Prepare for your digital and IT career switch

Are you considering a move into the digital sector? With advertised roles in digital tech growing 36% in the UK since June 2020, now is a great time to enter the industry.

On this short course, you’ll explore the opportunities available in digital and IT, and how you can utilise and build upon your existing skills to start your career.

Created with employer insights, this course will prepare you for work in the digital industry.

Discover the different job roles in the digital industry

You’ll identify the key responsibilities within the digital and IT sector, and be introduced to in-demand jobs including those in digital technology and cyber security.

You’ll focus on the actionable steps you can take to enter the industry and explore career progression routes you may want to pursue.

Gain a digital credential from City & Guilds

Once you have completed the course, you’ll receive a digital credential from City & Guilds, specialists in supporting career pathways in the digital sector.

With your credential, you can search for live job opportunities and be signposted to organisations that City & Guilds has teamed up with to help you take the next step towards a career in digital.

You’ll also receive advice on how to go about searching for a job, key things to highlight on your CV and insights on what it takes to start your own business.

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