​Retraining advice: try before committing

By Carolina Herrera

If you're considering retraining or enrolling in a new course for a career change, here is what's worked for me: Try a small, introductory course before committing to a full degree.

Nowadays, there are plenty of online platforms offering amazing courses from top universities. The skill-building section here on this platform provides links to these course providers, allowing you to try out courses ranging from a few days to a few months. This lets you experience academic learning again and helps you decide if it's truly what you're interested in.

Before committing a lot of money towards a new course or university degree, consider the reasons behind your desire to study. Is it for a new or better job? In that case, reach out to people on LinkedIn or within your network who can share their experiences and advice on entering that profession. Look at your dream jobs and see what qualifications they require – this can give you a clearer idea of what to study and it can save you time and money!

Again, check out the skill-building section on aliferedesign.com where you'll find various platforms offering courses of different lengths and levels, giving you an excellent taste of the subject matter and helping you decide whether it's worth diving deeper into.

I've gone ahead and researched all these platforms for you to save you some time so be sure to check them out. (I am not affiliated to any of them - but I've been in your shoes, feeling confused and overwhelmed by the choice, so that's why I've just selected a few to help get you started).