Nick Cooper
Nick is NCC's resident blog author and covers a range of subjects, including teaching and health & social care. NCC is an international learning provider with over 20 years’ experience offering learning solutions. To date, NCC has engaged with over 20,000 employers, and delivered quality training to over half a million learners.
Preparing for a competency-based interview
You’ve had a callback, and you’re scheduled for an interview for a new job that you really want. You’re excited about the interview…. That is until you find out that it’s a competency-based interview. Your confidence and vast well of experience feel like they’ve flown out the window, and you start to get nervous and […]
By : Nick Cooper
What is a BTEC diploma?
BTEC Diplomas are more popular than ever. If you’ve ever considered studying while earning hands-on experience and gaining industry contacts, a BTEC diploma could be the perfect option. This guide will give you all the information you need to get started on your path to a BTEC qualification. What is BTEC, and what does […]
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Jobs After Teaching – Alternative Careers To Teaching
Teaching is a rewarding career, but for some people, it isn’t quite the right fit. Some people want a more technical role, a higher rate of pay, or a bigger challenge in a different field. The daily routine might be getting you down, or maybe you want a more challenging role. You might be overwhelmed […]
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How COVID-19 has changed education for better, and for worse
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our world forever, impacting all aspects of social, economic, political, and community life. No sector has been hit as hard as the education sector, with teachers and administration struggling to reorganise and teach affectively both online and in socially distant classrooms. COVID-19 has turned education on its head. Parents are […]
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How to get a career working with animals
Do you love dogs, cats, rabbits, and everything on four legs? Does spending time with four-legged friends sound like heaven on earth? Do you want to work in a rewarding and well-paying field? If so, you would be perfect for a career working with animals. There are plenty of different career paths that allow you […]
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How to make the most of your gap year
Are you planning to take a year between the end of sixth form and the start of Uni? If so, you’re one of the many young people across the UK (and around the world) who wants to explore the world and expand their horizons.[i] There’s no need to rush into a university course you are […]
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Facts about the Job Support Scheme
Coronavirus is a constantly changing picture and the advice and guidance from government is updated frequently. This newsletter is focused on the new Job Support Scheme which replaces furlough on the 1 November 2020. Below are some key facts surrounding what is currently known about this scheme. Byrne Jones HR will send out further updates […]
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What jobs can you do with a history degree?
Have you always loved reading about the days of yore? Do you enjoy watching historical documentaries on telly? Were school field trips to ancient ruins and palaces your favourite days of the year? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above, a degree in history might be the right path for you. However, you […]
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Is an Internship Right for You?
With tens of thousands of graduates in your field every year, you need any advantage you can get. An internship can help set you apart from the crowd and give you the skills, connections, and experience you need to succeed. There is a lot of competition out there for graduate jobs, and so an internship […]
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Apprenticeships – What are they, and why you should do one
After you complete your online GCSE courses, it’s time to start thinking about what you want to do next. Will you go on to do A-levels and apply to university, or do you prefer to take a practical approach? If you would like to get a leg up on your career, you should consider an […]
By : Nick Cooper