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Everyone makes a New Year’s Resolution - from getting more exercise to changing their job. Make your New Year’s Resolution today and kick-start your professional development with Pitman Training Wicklow!

Upskilling yourself has become necessary to survive in the current job market which, due to the pandemic, is more competitive and fast-paced than ever before. In fact, with recent national surveys showing that workers are leaving their jobs

Taking an adult education course can be the gateway to a new career or that all-important promotion. No matter what field you’re in, learning new skills is the key to branching out and moving forwards.

A guide for anyone considering a career change at 40. In this article we'll take you through; why change careers, overcoming common fears, how to decide on a new career, popular roles for 40+ career changers, & concrete steps to get started.

There is no denying that the digital age is well and truly upon us, and with it comes a whole host of exciting and revolutionary ways for us to live our lives.

The phrase ‘job hunt’ can often be intimidating. No matter if you are searching for your first job or you are a well-practised interviewee, the idea of competing for a role, sitting through an interview and possibly being rejected is enough to make even the most perfectly polished interviewee nervous.

Whether you’re new to job hunting or you’re a well-practised interviewee, thorough research and effective preparation is essential to guarantee interview success.

The reality for most users is that when it comes to writing everyday documents there is rarely much need to venture beyond Word’s Home tab.

Marketing professionals are the creative lifeblood that keeps businesses going. Not only do they build brand awareness, they also increase sales, engage customers and grow brand loyalty.

Procrastination. To most people, that is laziness in its purest form, essentially putting off important things to do. In fact, many people feel guilty for procrastinating, yet they still continuously do it. If you’re an avid procrastinator and feel absolutely terrible all the time, here’s a bit of good news. Contrary to popular belief, it ... Read more

At Pitman, students have access to an extensive range of career-focused training programmes to help enhance their practical skills and industry expertise.

Learning how to use Microsoft Excel with Pitman Training gives you the skills to make work easier and shows employers that you've taken one of the best Excel courses available.

It stands to reason that having a good grip of the major applications of Microsoft Office will put you in good stead when it comes to securing employment.

A great routine is the key to being successful when taking an adult education course.

At Pitman Training, we offer a range of courses to help students of all abilities get their foot in the door and get to grips with the fast-paced and rewarding world of IT support.

At Pitman Training, studying in one of our training centres is perfect for helping students utilise all areas of learning.

Office managers are a critical part of organisations because they are responsible for the smooth running of all activities within the firm.

Managerial roles in any organisation are associated with higher responsibility.