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Big Brother winner Josie Gibson enrols with Open Study College [ PRESS RELEASE ]

Josie Gibson, the winner of Channel 4's Big Brother in 2010, has enrolled on Open Study College's Nutrition Consultant course. The course is a level 3 award in accordance with the National Qualifications Framework, teaching students the principles of nutrition in relation to modern-day Western society. Fast food, manufacturing processes and multiculturalism are all discussed as major influences on diet, ensuring that students learn about nutrition in an up-to-date, contemporary context. Josie's ...Read more

Open Study College raises money for cancer patients [ PRESS RELEASE ]

Students and staff at Open Study College have helped raised thousands of pounds for Macmillan Cancer Support this year as part of an ongoing campaign to help those diagnosed with the illness. A donation has been made for every new student enrolment in 2011 and the College has already surpassed its agreed £5,000 donation target, which is set to be doubled by the end of the year. Members of staff also raised funds by completing the Great Midlands Fun Run in June, running a 10-kilometre route...Read more

Record Breaking A-Level Results Boost Interest in Distance Learning [ PRESS RELEASE ]

Record-breaking A-Level results will lead to a surge in the number of enrolments on distance learning courses according to UK-based learning provider Open Study College. Millions of people have woken up to TV pictures of students opening their results and this inspires people to look at studying an A-Level. Steven Nash, Online Marketing Manager said “There’s a lot of TV coverage and it makes people think about learning extra skills, and if you are already employed, distance learning ...Read more

Let the web untangle your career!

“Should you be inspired, you can start building a career from your fireside“ Do you have a great idea for a business? Are you looking to boost the earnings of your own company? You can learn how to set up your own website with our Webstart Practical Design home learning course! With the recent announcements of more public sector job cuts, the economy is looking as gloomy as the winter weather. Unlike the recession of the 1990s we have one major advantage; the internet! The internet c...Read more

Calling all mothers!

Maternity leave doesn't mean you should leave your career! Are you worried about returning to work? Have you put off motherhood for fear of risking your career? Many companies offer excellent maternity leave, with returning mothers able to work flexibly around home life. Support programmes, workshops and mentoring are recommended to help keep key staff members after they have children. Employees have the statutory right to request flexible working hours after having a baby. This is fantastic new...Read more

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