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Improving Learning Skills

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OUR PASS RATE
Professional Skills (National Average 82.6%)
90.9%
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Improving Learning Skills

Studying is an active process. Open learning materials enable adult learners to take responsibility for their own learning. This course has been prepared as an open learning resource for people who wish to undertake a learning programme, which involves them preparing for a period of studying. It is designed either to form part of any course of study or may be used as a freestanding guide by students.

You can use this course as an active learner, to identify:

  • what you know already
  • what you need to know
  • what interests you
  • how to use your knowledge to enhance your critical awareness.
  • This course will enable you to improve your study skills and it is designed for students, practitioners and other people involved in learning and/or being assessed.

Modules

Introduction and Objectives

Learning to Learn

Setting Aside Time for Study

Concentration   

Effective Reading

Effective Note-taking      

Preparing to Write

Planning and Writing the Assignment

Assessment     

Basic Research                        

Introduction to Computers

Spreadsheets and Excel            

Using Databases and Access                

Word Processing with MS Word 

Resource File   

Further Study and Reading

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

What's Included

  • All study materials
  • Study Guide
  • Full Tutor and Admin support

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Improving Learning Skills.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 31st July
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 31st July

Improving Learning Skills

Studying is an active process. Open learning materials enable adult learners to take responsibility for their own learning. This course has been prepared as an open learning resource for people who wish to undertake a learning programme, which involves them preparing for a period of studying. It is designed either to form part of any course of study or may be used as a freestanding guide by students.

You can use this course as an active learner, to identify:

  • what you know already
  • what you need to know
  • what interests you
  • how to use your knowledge to enhance your critical awareness.
  • This course will enable you to improve your study skills and it is designed for students, practitioners and other people involved in learning and/or being assessed.

Modules

Introduction and Objectives

Learning to Learn

Setting Aside Time for Study

Concentration   

Effective Reading

Effective Note-taking      

Preparing to Write

Planning and Writing the Assignment

Assessment     

Basic Research                        

Introduction to Computers

Spreadsheets and Excel            

Using Databases and Access                

Word Processing with MS Word 

Resource File   

Further Study and Reading

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Excellent Marking

Assessment

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

What's Included

  • All study materials
  • Study Guide
  • Full Tutor and Admin support

Qualifications

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Improving Learning Skills.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.
OUR PASS RATE
Professional Skills
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(National Average 82.6%)
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I had a query about my assignment and emailed my tutor for help. Linda Hart ( Academic Tutor, Academic Skills) responded very quickly and answered all my questions clearly. She was really helpful, and I appreciated the quick support. Thank you!

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Very accurate and quick in responding to my query. Thanks Keera keep up the good work

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Very friendly and patient, spoke clearly and gave a breakdown of what is required to enrol on this course.

Benjamin 22 Jul 2026
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Helped me start my passion!

Had seen the course on a few social media platforms and was originally skeptical about whether it was genuine but I expressed interest regardless. I had someone named Samuel ring me and talked to me throughout the entire course, the application process and overall helped me feel reassured about signing up which has helped me significantly. He was genuinely amazing and was also someone I could have a laugh with over the phone as the application proceeded! I have now signed up for the Paramedical Science Course which is something I've wanted to do for years now and I have Samuel and the LD Team to thank for that. Thank you both Learn Direct and Samuel!

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I called support as I had not received an email with my certificate and Jaz was very friendly and helpful. I received my certificate within the next 20 minutes, thank you Jaz!

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Great assistance rendered to me by chloe she helped me with what I needed with great speed and determination.

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