Putting a spring in your step
  Spring is all about new beginnings as the trees turn green again, flowers bloom, and animals are born. It’s also the perfect time to try something new and taking a course is the ideal opportunity to do this. Spring courses come in a variety of guises so we’ve narrowed them down to find just a few ideas that you could try when this season comes around.   Be at one with nature As the days get longer and the sun comes out, we find ourselves desperate to spend time outside. Don your wellies and head to the fields on a lambing course ....

VQs Explained
Vocational qualifications can be very useful stepping-stones to many careers. With the ever-increasing numbers of students progressing to higher education, there is a mounting demand for flexible, highly skilled workers who do not necessarily need to have a degree or A-levels. Employers are advocating courses that equip young people with the skills and attitudes that build business, and are recruiting those who have work experience or occupational training. Qualifications can be classified into three types – general, vocational and occupational. General qualifications are focused on a...