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# Can I learn whilst at work?
If you want to learn on the job, we can help – whether you’re in work already or are looking for a job.
Our vocational qualifications can be completed more quickly. They’re ideal if you’re already working, sponsored by an employer or doing voluntary work or a work placement. You’ll be assessed on the day-to-day things you do at work (or in a work-like setting) and you can complete your learning from home, work, or anywhere you have an internet connection.
How long it takes depends on how many hours a week you can spend on your learning. On average, it takes around six to nine months to gain a vocational certificate.
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