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The following is an extract from an article in the Daily Telegraph.  Click Here for the full article.

Less pressure
If the idea of going back into a classroom is daunting then you’re not alone. In fact, 16 per cent of respondents to our survey said that distance learning would allow them to avoid feeling embarrassed in front of their peers should they get something wrong or take longer to pick up a particular concept. This shows that confidence can be a real issue in inhibiting adult learning, which can be easily addressed by taking study out of the classroom environment.

No deadlines
With distance learning, you progress at your own pace and submit work or take exams when you are fully ready to do so. This means that if other areas of your life suddenly demand more attention – such as job hunting or increased commitments at work - then you can simply put your studies on hold and return to them when things have calmed down.

It’s highly effective
These points aside, distance learning also performs well when compared with the grades and pass rates achieved through classroom-based education. A recent US-based study showed that 62 per cent of Chief Academic Officers rated learning outcomes for online instruction as the same or superior to those for face-to-face instruction.

Conclusion
With the UK’s economic prospects still looking uncertain over the coming months, combined with predictions of rising unemployment, it’s important to consider how you can stand out in a competitive job market. Studying for a new vocational qualification by distance learning will allow you to demonstrate self-motivation and acquire valuable new skills with minimal impact on your existing lifestyle, which will prove beneficial in the search for your next career move.

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