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Further education important in getting a job, learners say

August 21st, 2009 · No Comments
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Most college learners believe their course played an important role in getting a job, a Government report has revealed.

In a survey of over 4,800 people who had completed a further education course and were out of work when they began their studies, 41% had secured a job two years after they had ‘graduated’, up from 34% the previous year.

Learners surveyed were asked whether they felt further education helped their job prospects after they had completed a college course in 2005/6. 62% of learners now in work said their course was either vital or helpful to getting a new or different job after college.

Among those seeking employment, 64% believed their college course improved their chances of finding work. College courses were also seen by many to boost promotion prospects and job security.

More at: http://www.wired-gov.net/wg/wg-news-1.nsf/lfi/405784

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