Nick Cooper
Nick has worked with NCC Home Learning for a number of years, delivering informative articles about education, qualifications, career advice and much more. His detailed knowledge makes him a resourceful and highly reliable contributor to the brand. In his free time, he enjoys gaming and watching films with his friends. 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.
How to Start Your Own Photography Business
Many people dream of being a professional photographer but just how do you get started? We take a look at how to get started in creating a professional photography business that has all the ingredients of success. EVERY business needs a plan No matter what the business, it needs a plan. This means that as […]
By : Nick Cooper
A Brief History of Photography
Photography is an interesting and creative skill to have. Photography has changed so much since its invention – you’ll be surprised at just how much it has changed. Until recently, taking photos meant hoping that what you saw in the viewfinder of the camera would be replicated on the printed photo. You took photos until […]
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How To Spot Signs of Autism In Children
“Think of it: a disability is usually defined in terms of what is missing. … But autism … is as much about what is abundant as what is missing, an over-expression of the very traits that make our species unique,” – Paul Collins, ‘Not Even Wrong: Adventures in Autism’ Autism (autistic spectrum disorder, or ASD) […]
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Paying Grandparents for Childcare In The UK
The vast majority of young families say that their grandparents are their first choice when it comes to looking after their children or other close relatives. If this is a regular occurrence, is paying grandparents for childcare in the UK allowed? Childcare costs are spiralling and with limited financial help available, 97% of families say […]
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How to Set up a Childminding Business
If you want to become a childminder, you’ll need to know how to go about setting up your business. Find out the basics of how to become a childminder with our great blog. You can also learn more from our childcare courses. Being a childminder is a fulfilling career choice. If its something that appeals […]
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Why Creativity is Important
Creativity is often overlooked and not given the true value that it deserves. In this blog, we talk about why creativity IS important and how it can help us in all areas of life. Creativity is one of the most important qualities and skills we can have and yet, we don’t value it as we […]
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Childcare For Special Needs: Finding The Right Care
As a childcare provider, what can you do to ensure your services are accessible when it comes to providing childcare for special needs children? From interactive learning to more flexible timetables, we cover the basics of offering childcare provision that is truly inclusive. Defined by the Department of Health as a “significantly reduced ability to […]
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Traditional Vs. Online Marketing
Online marketing appears to have eclipsed traditional methods of marketing but which is better? Is one more effective than the other? We take a look and the pros and cons of each marketing method. Marketing and promotion is something every business must do to stay ahead of their competitors. Traditional marketing – also referred to […]
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What Will the Job Market Look Like in 2020?
Two years from now, what careers will be taking centre stage? With technology advancing quickly, the job marketing is rapidly changing. What careers are predicted to be popular in 2020? Technology has impacted on life in many ways, not least of all the job market. For anyone looking to make a career change by upskilling […]
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What Can You Do With A Marketing Degree?
Marketing courses are increasingly popular. But once qualified, what can you do with a marketing degree? We take a look at possible career paths open to you with a marketing qualification. After completing a marketing qualification, you may be questioning ‘what can you do with a marketing degree?’. However, you will find several career pathways […]
By : Nick Cooper