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Never too old to learn!

You’re never too old to learn clashes with the other old phrase that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. The truth is showing that many of us older dogs can learn new tricks, and very well in some cases!
It is inherent in many of us that we didn’t do the best we could have done with our secondary education but never have there been so many opportunities to return to learning, and we are doing it in droves.

Whether it’s the Open University or local evening classes there is quite literally something for everyone. From maths to country dancing and technology to table decorations, look carefully and chances are you will find it.

The Internet has opened up a whole new world to those using computers and distance learning is now a preferred option for many. Gone are the days when you had to turn out on a cold winter’s night for a course. If you prefer to stay home you can do so. The beauty of education in later years is that the choice is yours. No one is going to drag you off to school by the scruff of the neck, it’s your choice alone. You are in charge of your won destiny.
We now have the National Institute of Adult Continuing Education. A non-governmental organisation working for more and different adult learners, and a Minister for Lifelong Learning, Bill Rammell MP.
NIACE is a registered charity and is encouraging further education in many ways. From the largest organisation to the smallest night school class further education has become big business. Many people who did not fully benefit from their school years have been able to turn the clock back and gain qualifications which have improved their employment prospects and lives in general.
Different people are looking for different things from further education. You may simply wish to brush up on something academic or practical which you enjoyed at school. A simple woodworking class or language course may be all you want, in which case chances are you will find your local further education college could fit the bill.

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