Extra Mile Training - IC3 Courseware & Test Centre - Advanced Training for MS Office & MYOB

If you have left your job or been at home looking after a family the, chances are you're worried about how to get back into the workplace. Returning to the world of work after a long absence can often seem daunting.

You look at job advertisements and none of them seem to match your previous work experience. Technology has advanced and you are terrified of contacting a recruitment agency in case they want you to take a typing or computer skills test.

Your CV looks sad with no recent work experience and no up to date skills. How do you work out what employers really want? What skills do they expect when they ask for sound computer skills?

If it's been a while since you last worked, it's time to find out which skills are currently in demand in your chosen industry. It might be worth getting in touch with friends who work in that field, or visiting your local job centre to confirm what skills are considered necessary these days. Most people would agree that it's impossible to get through a working week without using a computer, whether it is for typing a letter, or working with figures in a spreadsheet. So it's always a worthwhile exercise to make sure your basic computer skills are up to scratch.

If you already know what type of work you'd like to pursue, you can start your training straight away. At Extra Mile Training we meet lots of people who are nervous about returning to work. Many are mothers going back to work after years of bringing up their children. Others might include someone who has been made redundant, migrants who are starting from scratch or those who have taken early retirement but are not ready to get out the pipe and slippers just yet.

Extra Mile offers a variety of training to meet your needs. We can help you to work out the type of job you would really like to do and the skills you need before you start applying for jobs. If you need to upgrade your computer skills the IC3 provides a great way to prove your level of competence. It will also build your confidence in coping with technology.

Most importantly, we understand the job market and are in touch with local recruitment agencies to ensure we know what employers are looking for.

By reading this you've already taken the first step towards getting the job you want. To find out more call (09) 476 1325, we'll be happy to help.