Cost of Training Putting People Off
9th June 2008
Cost of Training Putting People Off
A recent survey by the Learning and Skills Council suggests that 50% of adults in the North East would like to learn new skills but almost 30% are put off by the perceived cost.
Most people rate the benefits of training and learning highly, and see it as a way to improve future prospects, but many are deterred by either their idea of the costs involved or the actual cost of courses.
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) is urging individuals to look at the Adult Learning Grant as a way of overcoming some cost issues - the grant can provide up to £30 a week to help cover the cost of learning.
For employers a lot of help is hand to support employees into new skills, and there are a myriad of flexible ways for staff to learn - both on and off the job. Contact your Tourism Skills Broker to find out what the options are for your business.
Quick Links
- Train to Gain Factsheet
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This factsheet gives full details of the Train to Gain service funded by the Learning and Skills Council, plus contacts for more information.
- Increasing Visitors to Tourist Attractions
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15 October, 9.30 - 5.00pm plus drinks and networking, Natural History Museum, London, £130 + VAT = £149.50.
A one day seminar for tourism authorities, venues and visitor attractions targeting group and tour business.
- Train to Gain 'Sample Menu' of Optional Courses
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Not sure what courses are eligible for Train to Gain that might be of interest to you. This flyer from the NECC gives you a taste of the very wide options.
- North East Tourism Skills Brokers
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This factsheet provides details of the Skills Broker Service for tourism business and contact information for our North East Tourism Skills Brokers. Skills brokers can help you identify, meet and fund your training needs, whatever the size of your business.
What's New
- Put Together a Training Plan for Your Business(09/25/2009)
- New, Better Train to Gain Services for Smaller Businesses (01/26/2009)
- Profit through Access - Brand New Online Accessibility Training For Tourism Businesses(09/24/2008)
- Last Chance to Sign Up For The "Know Your North Pennines" Training(08/26/2008)
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- New and improved Profit through Access training(12/21/2009)
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- Get in Training for the 2012 Games(03/19/2009)
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- Online Food Allergy Training from the FSA(10/07/2008)
