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Why You Should Learn How to Type and Improve Touch Typing Skills

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  The world is moving forward with rapid improvements in the latest technology. The importance of computer skills is at an all-time high. One skill in particular has become an ever increasing attribute among staff or a prospective candidate -  touch typing . Touch typing opens up the door to many career opportunities. This, along with the numerous other benefits, makes it important to learn how to type.   What is touch typing? Touch typing is the ability to type using all your fingers, without looking at the keyboard.   This a valuable skill for employers because it enables employees to produce and edit text at a much faster speed than usual. It also means that finished work has a greater level of accuracy. For employees, it means a better work experience, and more time available for other tasks.   Touch typing skills are beneficial in almost all industries, especially with continued technological advances. There are individual benefits to touch typing, too. Fir...

Career Training at Pitman Training Wicklow – An Important Alternative to University

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For some students, university is an important step on the road to a long-term career. But as financial concerns grow, many wonder if university is even worth it.   If you’re in this batch, you’re not alone. Even better news, career training offers one of the best alternatives to university. It can prepare you for your future career goals. Career training, such as the programmes at  Pitman Training , allows students to train for a specific career.   Let’s break down this alternative in detail below.   What is Career Training? Career training is professional development you undergo for different career goals. The first reason could be to learn new skills. Second, to improve your employability. Or third, to become better at your current job.   Career training focuses on specific careers. For example, if you want to become an accountant, you will study the specific skills used in that job. Such as the use of sage accounting software. And, you can continue to grow in...

The Best Way to Pivot Your Career This Spring in Wicklow

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The Market Is Buoyant  With countries around the world rapidly emerging from the pandemic, restrictions on movement are lifting and the job market is looking positively buoyant. Time is right to consider your next career move. Whether you are looking for a fresh start or the chance to continue working from home, the best thing you can do right now is approach the job market with proof-positive that you are ready for the next step in your career.  What is the right job for me?  Be strategic and aim high. By retraining you show the world that you are ready for the market with a brand new set of job-ready skills. Don’t just change your job - aim for a better job with a more competitive salary or that is more in line with your long-term life goals. The right job is a job that aligns with who you are and who and what you want to be. It’s not always about salary; it’s about finding the role that suits you best.  When choosing a course with Pitman, consider  What am I ...

New Year, New Job? Even better - A New Career 2022 in Wicklow!

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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! The media told us that 2021 was the year of The Great Resignation - with people across the world leaving their jobs and looking for a fresh start in a new career. While this might be true, changing your career isn’t as easy as it sounds. The best career advice you can get right now is - “Don’t just change your job - aim for a better job with a higher salary!” It’s time to retrain and show the world that you are ready for the market with a brand new set of job-ready skills. Why Pitman? With Pitman Training Wicklow you get to retrain and upskill from the comfort of home by doing one of our great, fully accredited adult education courses. Are you looking to boost your chances of finding a new job in a challenging market? Do you want to change your career for one that is more sat...