Discover free OpenLearn learning resources below
Darganfyddwch adnoddau dysgu OpenLearn am ddim isod
Please note only a limited selection of OpenLearn resources are currently available through the medium of Welsh, these are signposted within each section. | Nodwch mai dewis cyfyngedig o adnoddau OpenLearn sydd ar gael ar hyn bryd drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, cyfeirir at y rhai o fewn pob adran.
Career planning | Cynllunio gyrfa
Featured resources | Adnoddau dan sylw
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Succeed in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Succeed in the workplaceDo you want to change jobs, are you just starting in the job market or may be returning after a break? If so, then this free course, Succeed in the workplace, is for you. It will help you explore career opportunities. You will also gain the skills to write strong CVs and application forms, and to handle different types of interviews. By the end ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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How to write a CV
Read now to access more details of How to write a CVA CV (curriculum vitae) is a brief account of your education, qualifications, skills and work-based experience, used mainly when applying for a job. Your CV is your first opportunity to tell an employer what you can do. A well written CV can make the difference between getting an interview and not being considered for the role.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Understanding your sector
Learn more to access more details of Understanding your sectorThis free course, Understanding your sector, will help you to understand the difference between sectors, industries and professions. It will also help you to gain the inside knowledge to impress in applications and at interviews and to put together an action plan that is tailored to you.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Internships and other work experiences
In this free course, Internships and other work experiences, you’ll begin by learning more about what an internship is and how it might differ from other forms of work experience. You’ll find out what you can gain personally and professionally, and consider the practicalities of obtaining work experience, from how to choose what’s right for you,...
Learn more
to access more details of Internships and other work experiences
Level: 1 Introductory
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Personal branding for career success
This free course, Personal branding for career success, considers what a personal brand is and whether you currently have one. You’ll look in detail at theories and examples of personal branding, and relevant marketing processes and practices. You’ll identify the values, skills, knowledge and expertise that you want to promote to employers, and ...
Learn more
to access more details of Personal branding for career success
Level: 1 Introductory
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Hybrid working: starting in the workplace
Starting in a new workplace – whether it’s your first 'proper' job after finishing your education, or the next step in developing your career – can be exciting and scary. If it’s a hybrid organisation, and your first day is in a remote location rather than a physical workplace, that can be even more disorientating. This course aims to help you ...
Learn more
to access more details of Hybrid working: starting in the workplace
Level: 1 Introductory
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Effective communication in the workplace
This free course, Effective communication in the workplace, explores the importance of communication as a skill in the workplace. It aims to increase your understanding of communication skills and to help you to consider how your communication could be perceived by others. You'll cover areas such as verbal and non-verbal communication, written ...
Learn more
to access more details of Effective communication in the workplace
Level: 1 Introductory
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Working in diverse teams
This free badged course, Working in diverse teams, will help you consider your experience of working in teams and the different roles you play in them. It will increase your confidence in marketing this key skill to employers as well improve your ability to perform well in teams you are currently part of.
Learn more
to access more details of Working in diverse teams
Level: 1 Introductory
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Talk the talk
This free course introduces the mechanics of effective, persuasive oral presentations, by giving you the opportunity to analyse examples and then create your own. Using resources such as TED Talk videos, you will see how experts deliver professional talks and famous speeches, observe what works, and identify how language connects ideas and keeps...
Learn more
to access more details of Talk the talk
Level: 1 Introductory
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Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market
This free course, Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market, explores how engaging in voluntary work can enhance your employment opportunities
Learn more
to access more details of Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market
Level: 1 Introductory
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The importance of interpersonal skills
To succeed in management you need good interpersonal skills, you need to understand how to deal with other people. This free course, The importance of interpersonal skills, will help you gain an awareness of your own skills and understand that an awareness of the interpersonal skills of others can help us enormously in dealing with the work ...
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to access more details of The importance of interpersonal skills
Level: 1 Introductory
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Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Do you feel concerned about a lack of diversity in your workplace? Is this something you want to address? Perhaps you’d like to feel more informed on a personal level before taking it further organisationally?
This free course introduces you to the benefits and complexities of developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. It ...
Learn more
to access more details of Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Level: 1 Introductory
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Developing career resilience
Do you sometimes wish you were more resilient when faced with changes at work? Do you have career plans but feel unsure about progressing with them? If you do, then this free course, Developing career resilience, will help you to build your resilience and approach career-related change with greater confidence and motivation.
Learn more
to access more details of Developing career resilience
Level: 1 Introductory
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Managing and managing people
This free course, Managing and managing people, will introduce you to the world of management. We will be looking at a range of topics, including what managers do, what skills they require, and how you can develop as a manager.
Learn more
to access more details of Managing and managing people
Level: 3 Advanced
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Take control of your career
Have you ever wondered what kind of jobs are available in your chosen sector or other sectors and areas? Find out how Labour Market Information (LMI) can help you plan your career and personal goals.
Take part now
to access more details of Take control of your career
Level: 1 Introductory
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Redundancy - what are your next steps?
Are you facing or under threat of redundancy? If so, you’ll no doubt agree that being in this position can be really challenging, however, it can also provide you with the opportunity to reflect and reset your priorities.
Read now
to access more details of Redundancy - what are your next steps?
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Gweithio hybrid: dechrau yn y gweithle
Gall dechrau mewn gweithle newydd – p'un ai dyna eich swydd gyntaf 'go iawn' ar ôl gorffen eich addysg, neu'r cam nesaf yn natblygiad eich gyrfa – fod yn gyffrous ac yn frawychus. Os mai sefydliad hybrid ydyw, a bod eich diwrnod cyntaf mewn lleoliad anghysbell yn hytrach na gweithle ffisegol, gall hynny fod hyd yn oed yn fwy dryslyd. Nod y cwrs...
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Defnyddio gwaith gwirfoddol i gamu ymlaen yn y farchnad swyddi
Mae'r cwrs hon yn ystyried i sut y gall ymgymryd â gwaith gwirfoddol wella eich cyfleoedd cyflogaeth.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Pwysigrwydd sgiliau rhyngbersonol
Er
mwyn llwyddo fel rheolwr, mae angen sgiliau rhyngbersonol da arnoch,
mae angen i chi ddeall sut i ymdrin â phobl eraill. Bydd yr uned hon yn
eich helpu i feithrin ymwybyddiaeth o'ch sgiliau ac i ddeall y gall
ymwybyddiaeth o sgiliau rhyngbersonol pobl eraill fod o gymorth mawr i
ni wrth ymdrin â'r tasgau gwaith rydym yn gyfrifol ...
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Internships and other work experiences
Learn more to access more details of Internships and other work experiencesIn this free course, Internships and other work experiences, you’ll begin by learning more about what an internship is and how it might differ from other forms of work experience. You’ll find out what you can gain personally and professionally, and consider the practicalities of obtaining work experience, from how to choose what’s right for you,...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Personal branding for career success
Learn more to access more details of Personal branding for career successThis free course, Personal branding for career success, considers what a personal brand is and whether you currently have one. You’ll look in detail at theories and examples of personal branding, and relevant marketing processes and practices. You’ll identify the values, skills, knowledge and expertise that you want to promote to employers, and ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Hybrid working: starting in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Hybrid working: starting in the workplaceStarting in a new workplace – whether it’s your first 'proper' job after finishing your education, or the next step in developing your career – can be exciting and scary. If it’s a hybrid organisation, and your first day is in a remote location rather than a physical workplace, that can be even more disorientating. This course aims to help you ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Effective communication in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Effective communication in the workplaceThis free course, Effective communication in the workplace, explores the importance of communication as a skill in the workplace. It aims to increase your understanding of communication skills and to help you to consider how your communication could be perceived by others. You'll cover areas such as verbal and non-verbal communication, written ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Working in diverse teams
Learn more to access more details of Working in diverse teamsThis free badged course, Working in diverse teams, will help you consider your experience of working in teams and the different roles you play in them. It will increase your confidence in marketing this key skill to employers as well improve your ability to perform well in teams you are currently part of.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Talk the talk
Learn more to access more details of Talk the talkThis free course introduces the mechanics of effective, persuasive oral presentations, by giving you the opportunity to analyse examples and then create your own. Using resources such as TED Talk videos, you will see how experts deliver professional talks and famous speeches, observe what works, and identify how language connects ideas and keeps...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market
Learn more to access more details of Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job marketThis free course, Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market, explores how engaging in voluntary work can enhance your employment opportunities
Level: 1 Introductory
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The importance of interpersonal skills
Learn more to access more details of The importance of interpersonal skillsTo succeed in management you need good interpersonal skills, you need to understand how to deal with other people. This free course, The importance of interpersonal skills, will help you gain an awareness of your own skills and understand that an awareness of the interpersonal skills of others can help us enormously in dealing with the work ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Learn more to access more details of Diversity and inclusion in the workplaceDo you feel concerned about a lack of diversity in your workplace? Is this something you want to address? Perhaps you’d like to feel more informed on a personal level before taking it further organisationally? This free course introduces you to the benefits and complexities of developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. It ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Developing career resilience
Learn more to access more details of Developing career resilienceDo you sometimes wish you were more resilient when faced with changes at work? Do you have career plans but feel unsure about progressing with them? If you do, then this free course, Developing career resilience, will help you to build your resilience and approach career-related change with greater confidence and motivation.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Managing and managing people
Learn more to access more details of Managing and managing peopleThis free course, Managing and managing people, will introduce you to the world of management. We will be looking at a range of topics, including what managers do, what skills they require, and how you can develop as a manager.
Level: 3 Advanced
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Take control of your career
Take part now to access more details of Take control of your careerHave you ever wondered what kind of jobs are available in your chosen sector or other sectors and areas? Find out how Labour Market Information (LMI) can help you plan your career and personal goals.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Redundancy - what are your next steps?
Read now to access more details of Redundancy - what are your next steps?Are you facing or under threat of redundancy? If so, you’ll no doubt agree that being in this position can be really challenging, however, it can also provide you with the opportunity to reflect and reset your priorities.
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Gweithio hybrid: dechrau yn y gweithle
Learn more to access more details of Gweithio hybrid: dechrau yn y gweithleGall dechrau mewn gweithle newydd – p'un ai dyna eich swydd gyntaf 'go iawn' ar ôl gorffen eich addysg, neu'r cam nesaf yn natblygiad eich gyrfa – fod yn gyffrous ac yn frawychus. Os mai sefydliad hybrid ydyw, a bod eich diwrnod cyntaf mewn lleoliad anghysbell yn hytrach na gweithle ffisegol, gall hynny fod hyd yn oed yn fwy dryslyd. Nod y cwrs...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Defnyddio gwaith gwirfoddol i gamu ymlaen yn y farchnad swyddi
Learn more to access more details of Defnyddio gwaith gwirfoddol i gamu ymlaen yn y farchnad swyddiMae'r cwrs hon yn ystyried i sut y gall ymgymryd â gwaith gwirfoddol wella eich cyfleoedd cyflogaeth.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Pwysigrwydd sgiliau rhyngbersonol
Learn more to access more details of Pwysigrwydd sgiliau rhyngbersonolEr mwyn llwyddo fel rheolwr, mae angen sgiliau rhyngbersonol da arnoch, mae angen i chi ddeall sut i ymdrin â phobl eraill. Bydd yr uned hon yn eich helpu i feithrin ymwybyddiaeth o'ch sgiliau ac i ddeall y gall ymwybyddiaeth o sgiliau rhyngbersonol pobl eraill fod o gymorth mawr i ni wrth ymdrin â'r tasgau gwaith rydym yn gyfrifol ...
Level: 1 Introductory
Learning new skills | Dysgu sgiliau newydd
Featured resources | Adnoddau dan sylw
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Everyday maths 1 (Wales)
Learn more to access more details of Everyday maths 1 (Wales)This free course will develop and improve your essential maths skills for work, study and everyday life. The course has four sessions, which cover the following topics: numbers, measurement, shapes and space, and handling data. There will be plenty of examples to help you progress, together with opportunities to practise your understanding. A...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday English 1
Learn more to access more details of Everyday English 1This free course, Everyday English 1, will develop and improve your essential speaking and listening, reading and writing skills for work, study and everyday life.
Level: 1 Introductory
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An introduction to computers and computer systems
Learn more to access more details of An introduction to computers and computer systemsThis free course, An introduction to computers and computer systems, challenges how we view computers through the examples of processors in kitchen scales and digital cameras, as well as examining the work of art that, at heart, is a computer. You will also explore how computers are connected together to achieve even more than when working alone.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday maths 2 (Wales)
This free course, Everyday maths 2 (Wales), will build on your existing maths skills and help you to feel more confident tackling the maths you come across in everyday situations.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday English 2
This free course, Everyday English 2, will inspire you to improve your current English skills and help you to communicate more effectively in everyday work and life.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Presenting information
Tables and charts are a great way to present numerical information in a clear and concise form. This free course, Presenting information, explains how to use the Windows calculator to carry out basic operations and calculate percentages. You will then learn how to use charts and tables to represent and interpret information.
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to access more details of Presenting information
Level: 1 Introductory
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Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online
This free course, Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online, will help you to understand online security and start to protect your digital life, whether at home or work. You will learn how to recognise the threats that could harm you online and the steps you can take to reduce the chances that they will happen to you.
Learn more
to access more details of Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online
Level: 1 Introductory
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Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world
This free course, Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world, will develop your confidence and skills for life online, whether study, work or everyday life. It explores a range of digital skills and practices, including digital identity, digital well-being, staying safe and legal, finding and using information and online tools, and dealing ...
Learn more
to access more details of Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world
Level: 1 Introductory
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Simple coding
Have you ever wanted to try out simple coding? Want to understand the basics of what it entails? This course introduces you to the skills, concepts and jargon of coding.
Learn more
to access more details of Simple coding
Level: 1 Introductory
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Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting
Learn about the essential numerical skills required for accounting and bookkeeping. This free course, Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting, explains the fundamental rules of double-entry bookkeeping and how they are used to produce the balance sheet and the profit and loss account.
Learn more
to access more details of Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting
Level: 1 Introductory
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Essay and report writing skills
Writing reports and assignments can be a daunting prospect. Learn how to interpret questions and how to plan, structure and write your assignment or report. This free course, Essay and report writing skills, is designed to help you develop the skills you need to write effectively for academic purposes.
Learn more
to access more details of Essay and report writing skills
Level: 1 Introductory
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Croeso: Beginners' Welsh
This free course, Croeso: Beginners' Welsh, is taken from Croeso, a beginners' language module that concentrates on Welsh as a tool for communication, but it also provides some insights into Welsh societies and cultures through printed and audio materials. It will be of interest to all those who want to improve their language skills in order to ...
Learn more
to access more details of Croeso: Beginners' Welsh
Level: 1 Introductory
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Entrepreneurship – from ideas to reality
This free course, Entrepreneurship: from ideas to reality, is about starting and running your own business. Using case studies it will take you through the decisions from generating initial ideas through to deciding what you will do and how to establish your business and grow it. It will guide you through business models, funding options, ...
Learn more
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Level: 2 Intermediate
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Mathemateg bob dydd 1
Bydd y cwrs rhad ac am ddim hwn yn datblygu ac yn gwella eich sgiliau mathemateg hanfodol ar gyfer gwaith, astudio a bywyd bob dydd. Mae gan y cwrs bedair sesiwn, sy'n ymdrin â'r pynciau canlynol: rhifau, mesur, siapiau a gofod, a thrin data. Bydd digonedd o enghreifftiau i’ch helpu i symud ymlaen, ynghyd â chyfleoedd i ymarfer eich dealltwriaeth.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Mathemateg bob dydd 2
Bydd y cwrs rhad ac am ddim hwn yn adeiladu ar eich sgiliau mathemateg presennol ac yn eich helpu i deimlo'n fwy hyderus wrth fynd i'r afael â'r fathemateg rydych chi'n dod ar ei draws mewn sefyllfaoedd bob dydd.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday maths 2 (Wales)
Learn more to access more details of Everyday maths 2 (Wales)This free course, Everyday maths 2 (Wales), will build on your existing maths skills and help you to feel more confident tackling the maths you come across in everyday situations.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday English 2
Learn more to access more details of Everyday English 2This free course, Everyday English 2, will inspire you to improve your current English skills and help you to communicate more effectively in everyday work and life.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Presenting information
Learn more to access more details of Presenting informationTables and charts are a great way to present numerical information in a clear and concise form. This free course, Presenting information, explains how to use the Windows calculator to carry out basic operations and calculate percentages. You will then learn how to use charts and tables to represent and interpret information.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online
Learn more to access more details of Introduction to cyber security: stay safe onlineThis free course, Introduction to cyber security: stay safe online, will help you to understand online security and start to protect your digital life, whether at home or work. You will learn how to recognise the threats that could harm you online and the steps you can take to reduce the chances that they will happen to you.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world
Learn more to access more details of Digital skills: succeeding in a digital worldThis free course, Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world, will develop your confidence and skills for life online, whether study, work or everyday life. It explores a range of digital skills and practices, including digital identity, digital well-being, staying safe and legal, finding and using information and online tools, and dealing ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Simple coding
Learn more to access more details of Simple codingHave you ever wanted to try out simple coding? Want to understand the basics of what it entails? This course introduces you to the skills, concepts and jargon of coding.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting
Learn more to access more details of Introduction to bookkeeping and accountingLearn about the essential numerical skills required for accounting and bookkeeping. This free course, Introduction to bookkeeping and accounting, explains the fundamental rules of double-entry bookkeeping and how they are used to produce the balance sheet and the profit and loss account.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Essay and report writing skills
Learn more to access more details of Essay and report writing skillsWriting reports and assignments can be a daunting prospect. Learn how to interpret questions and how to plan, structure and write your assignment or report. This free course, Essay and report writing skills, is designed to help you develop the skills you need to write effectively for academic purposes.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Croeso: Beginners' Welsh
Learn more to access more details of Croeso: Beginners' WelshThis free course, Croeso: Beginners' Welsh, is taken from Croeso, a beginners' language module that concentrates on Welsh as a tool for communication, but it also provides some insights into Welsh societies and cultures through printed and audio materials. It will be of interest to all those who want to improve their language skills in order to ...
Level: 1 Introductory
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Entrepreneurship – from ideas to reality
Learn more to access more details of Entrepreneurship – from ideas to realityThis free course, Entrepreneurship: from ideas to reality, is about starting and running your own business. Using case studies it will take you through the decisions from generating initial ideas through to deciding what you will do and how to establish your business and grow it. It will guide you through business models, funding options, ...
Level: 2 Intermediate
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Mathemateg bob dydd 1
Learn more to access more details of Mathemateg bob dydd 1Bydd y cwrs rhad ac am ddim hwn yn datblygu ac yn gwella eich sgiliau mathemateg hanfodol ar gyfer gwaith, astudio a bywyd bob dydd. Mae gan y cwrs bedair sesiwn, sy'n ymdrin â'r pynciau canlynol: rhifau, mesur, siapiau a gofod, a thrin data. Bydd digonedd o enghreifftiau i’ch helpu i symud ymlaen, ynghyd â chyfleoedd i ymarfer eich dealltwriaeth.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Mathemateg bob dydd 2
Learn more to access more details of Mathemateg bob dydd 2Bydd y cwrs rhad ac am ddim hwn yn adeiladu ar eich sgiliau mathemateg presennol ac yn eich helpu i deimlo'n fwy hyderus wrth fynd i'r afael â'r fathemateg rydych chi'n dod ar ei draws mewn sefyllfaoedd bob dydd.
Level: 1 Introductory
Learning opportunities | Cyfleoedd dysgu
Featured resources | Adnoddau dan sylw
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MSE’s Academy of Money
Learn more to access more details of MSE’s Academy of MoneyThe Open University has joined forces with MoneySavingExpert (MSE) to produce this new free course to give you the skills and knowledge to master your finances. Packed with videos, audios, quizzes and activities the course covers all the key aspects of personal finance in six sessions of study that each take around two hours to complete.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Wellbeing and mental health collection
Read now to access more details of Wellbeing and mental health collectionThe mental health and wellbeing collection (Wales) provides a hub of free, bilingual resources that aim to promote positive wellbeing and support good mental health.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Free online resources for Ukrainians settling in the UK and Ireland
Read now to access more details of Free online resources for Ukrainians settling in the UK and IrelandFrom free courses in the English language to articles on mental health and wellbeing, here are some free online resources from The Open University.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Your Wellbeing MOT
Do you consider yourself to be healthy? Check out our interactive quiz where you will get feedback on your lifestyle, diet and physical activity.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Kickstart your health and fitness with OpenLearn
Many of us are keen to improve our health and fitness but sometimes we need a bit of help and inspiration. It's easy to put off making changes in lifestyle when you don't know how to take those important first steps to a better diet and exercise. So we've compiled some free courses and articles to inform and motivate you.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Managing my money for young adults
This free course, Managing my money for young adults, will help you start to think about managing your finances. You will learn how to budget effectively, and will be encouraged to start thinking about your financial future.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Active Citizenship in Wales
Free online resources to help you think critically about society and politics in Wales, and to help you use your voice as a citizen.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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What do you know about volunteering?
Do you want to get into volunteering? Have you got what it takes? Test yourself with this quiz.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Calculating your carbon footprint
Want to understand more about your carbon footprint, what you can and can't do to reduce it? Here we explain what it is, and we have a carbon calculator you can use to help assess your own footprint.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Good hair: perceptions of racism
How does racism manifest itself in schools and workplaces? Explore the policies that discriminate against Black and Minority Ethnic communities in this immersive film interactive.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Caring for adults
Caring for adults is an introductory course for anyone in a caring role, either paid or unpaid. It builds on what you already know to give you a better understanding of your role as a carer. It also supports your own well-being by giving you some ideas and information about looking after yourself and dealing with stress.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Taking your first steps into higher education
What is university study like? Is it for me? If you are asking yourself these questions, this free course is for you.
Taking your first steps into higher education provides insights into how subjects are studied at university. This introduction to carefully selected materials helps you decide what you might want to study.
You will be ...
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Level: 1 Introductory
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University Ready
A collection of resources from all of Wales' universities to help you get started with higher education.
Ar gael yn Gymraeg
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An introduction to artificial intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents great opportunity, but also significant disruption for modern societies and cultures. This free online short course investigates the historical, ethical and social issues surrounding this technology. It is aimed at people interested in understanding where this technology has come from, the kinds of ...
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Level: 1 Introductory
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New to OpenLearn
We're always publishing lots of new open educational resources on OpenLearn. Take a look at some of our favourite new free courses, interactives and collections.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Academi Arian MSE
Mae'r Brifysgol Agored wedi ymuno â MoneySavingExpert (MSE) i gynhyrchu'r cwrs rhad ac am ddim newydd hwn i roi'r sgiliau a'r wybodaeth i chi feistroli eich arian. Ysgrifennwyd y cwrs gan y Brifysgol Agored, gyda chyngor ac arweiniad MSE.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Casgliad llesiant a iechyd meddwl
Yn y casgliad Iechyd Meddwl a Lles (Cymru), mae hwb o adnoddau dwyieithog, rhad ac am ddim, sydd yn ceisio hybu lles cadarnhaol a chefnogi iechyd meddwl da.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Dinasyddiaeth Weithgar yng Nghymru
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roi gwell dealltwriaeth i chi o'ch rôl fel gofalwr. Mae hefyd yn cefnogi'ch
lles eich hun trwy roi syniadau a gwybodaeth i chi am ofalu amdanoch eich hun a
delio â straen.
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Barod ar gyfer prifysgol
Casgliad o adnoddau o bob un o brifysgolion Cymru i'ch helpu i ddechrau gydag addysg uwch.
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Working Wales resources | Adnoddau Cymru'n Gweithio
Delivered by Careers Wales, Working Wales is the Welsh Government’s approach to delivering free, impartial, employability and careers advice to anyone aged 16+ and no longer in compulsory education.
We can help you get the job you want by providing tailored advice and guidance that is responsive to you. Let us help you overcome whatever is stopping you getting a job.
Find out more and get in touch at workingwales.gov.wales.
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Job Matching Quiz
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Skills to Succeed Academy
A free, interactive, online employability training programme, focused on building the skills and confidence you need to choose the right career, find a job and be successful in the workplace.
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Support finder
Search for programmes that can help you improve your skills and work opportunities.
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ReAct+ funding
If you are within 12 months of being made redundant or unemployed, or you are under current notice of redundancy, you could be entitled to ReAct+ funding to retrain or update your skills.
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Working Wales, delivered by Careers Wales, is funded by Welsh Government with support from the European Social Fund.
Cymru'n Gweithio, sy'n cael ei ddarparu gan Gyrfa Cymru, yw dull newydd Llywodraeth Cymru o ddarparu cyngor diduedd, rhad ac am ddim ar gyflogadwyedd a gyrfaoedd i unrhyw un sy'n 16+ ac nad ydynt mewn addysg orfodol mwyach.
Gallwn dy helpu i gael y swydd yr wyt wedi rhoi dy fryd arni drwy ddarparu cyngor a chyfarwyddyd wedi'u teilwra'n benodol i ti. Gad i ni dy helpu i oresgyn beth bynnag sy'n dy rwystro rhag cael swydd.
Mae rhagor o wybodaeth a manylion cyswllt ar gael yn cymrungweithio.llyw.cymru.
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Cwis Paru Swyddi
Cael syniadau gyrfa sy’n paru â’ch sgiliau a diddordebau. Prun ai ydych yn berson ifanc neu'n oedolyn, mae yno gwis sy'n iawn i chi.
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Academi Sgiliau i Lwyddo
Rhaglen hyfforddi cyflogadwyedd ar-lein, rhyngweithiol ac am ddim. Mae’n canolbwyntio ar feithrin y sgiliau a’r hyder sydd eu hangen arnoch i ddewis yr yrfa gywir, i ddod o hyd i swydd ac i lwyddo yn y gweithle.
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Canfod Cymorth
Chwilio am raglen a all eich helpu i wella eich sgiliau a'ch cyfleoedd gwaith.
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Cyllid ReAct+
Os ydych chi o fewn 12 mis o gael eich diswyddo neu dod yn ddi-waith, neu os ydych chi o dan rybudd diswyddo cyfredol, fe allech chi fod â hawl i gael cyllid ReAct+ i ailhyfforddi neu ddiweddaru'ch sgiliau.
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Mae Cymru’n Gweithio, wedi’i gyflwyno gan Gyrfa Cymru, yn cael ei ariannu gan Lywodraeth Cymru gyda chefnogaeth gan Gronfa Gymdeithasol Ewrop.
Working Wales resources | Adnoddau Cymru'n Gweithio
Delivered by Careers Wales, Working Wales is the Welsh Government’s approach to delivering free, impartial, employability and careers advice to anyone aged 16+ and no longer in compulsory education.
We can help you get the job you want by providing tailored advice and guidance that is responsive to you. Let us help you overcome whatever is stopping you getting a job.
Find out more and get in touch at workingwales.gov.wales.
Get career ideas that link to your skills and interests. Whether you are a young person or an adult there is a quiz that is right for you. A free, interactive, online employability training programme, focused on building the skills and confidence you need to choose the right career, find a job and be successful in the workplace. Search for programmes that can help you improve your skills and work opportunities. If you are within 12 months of being made redundant or unemployed, or you are under current notice of redundancy, you could be entitled to ReAct+ funding to retrain or update your skills.
Job Matching Quiz
Skills to Succeed Academy
Support finder
ReAct+ funding
Working Wales, delivered by Careers Wales, is funded by Welsh Government with support from the European Social Fund.
Cymru'n Gweithio, sy'n cael ei ddarparu gan Gyrfa Cymru, yw dull newydd Llywodraeth Cymru o ddarparu cyngor diduedd, rhad ac am ddim ar gyflogadwyedd a gyrfaoedd i unrhyw un sy'n 16+ ac nad ydynt mewn addysg orfodol mwyach.
Gallwn dy helpu i gael y swydd yr wyt wedi rhoi dy fryd arni drwy ddarparu cyngor a chyfarwyddyd wedi'u teilwra'n benodol i ti. Gad i ni dy helpu i oresgyn beth bynnag sy'n dy rwystro rhag cael swydd.
Mae rhagor o wybodaeth a manylion cyswllt ar gael yn cymrungweithio.llyw.cymru.
Cael syniadau gyrfa sy’n paru â’ch sgiliau a diddordebau. Prun ai ydych yn berson ifanc neu'n oedolyn, mae yno gwis sy'n iawn i chi. Rhaglen hyfforddi cyflogadwyedd ar-lein, rhyngweithiol ac am ddim. Mae’n canolbwyntio ar feithrin y sgiliau a’r hyder sydd eu hangen arnoch i ddewis yr yrfa gywir, i ddod o hyd i swydd ac i lwyddo yn y gweithle. Chwilio am raglen a all eich helpu i wella eich sgiliau a'ch cyfleoedd gwaith. Os ydych chi o fewn 12 mis o gael eich diswyddo neu dod yn ddi-waith, neu os ydych chi o dan rybudd diswyddo cyfredol, fe allech chi fod â hawl i gael cyllid ReAct+ i ailhyfforddi neu ddiweddaru'ch sgiliau.
Cwis Paru Swyddi
Academi Sgiliau i Lwyddo
Canfod Cymorth
Cyllid ReAct+
Mae Cymru’n Gweithio, wedi’i gyflwyno gan Gyrfa Cymru, yn cael ei ariannu gan Lywodraeth Cymru gyda chefnogaeth gan Gronfa Gymdeithasol Ewrop.
The Open University in Wales | Y Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru
As Wales’ largest provider of part-time undergraduate university study, The Open University in Wales offers a wide choice of qualifications in a broad range of subject areas. As part of the biggest university in the UK, we can provide a world-class education,
helping you to meet your professional and personal goals.
With tuition fee loans, financial support, and pay as you go options available, studying with The Open University is a lot more affordable than you might think.
Fel darparydd mwyaf astudiaeth ran amser prifysgol yng Nghymru, mae’r Brifysgol Agored yng Nghymru yn cynnig dewis eang o gymwysterau mewn ystod eang o bynciau. Fel rhan o’r brifysgol fwyaf yn y DU, gallwn ddarparu addysg o safon byd-eang, gan eich cynorthwyo i gwrdd a’ch amcanion proffesiynol a phersonol.
Gyda benthyciadau ffioedd dysgu, cymorth ariannol, ac opsiynau talu wrth fynd ar gael, mae astudio gyda’r Brifysgol Agored yn llawer mwy fforddiadwy na’r disgwyl.
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Success is affordable
Learn more to access more details of Success is affordableLive in Wales? Get up to £4,500* maintenance funding on our paid courses.
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Mae llwyddiant yn fforddiadwy
Learn more to access more details of Mae llwyddiant yn fforddiadwyYdych chi'n byw yng Nghymru? Sicrhewch hyd at £4,500* o gyllid cynnal a chadw ar ein cyrsiau taledig.
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Access courses
Read now to access more details of Access coursesThe OU offers innovative and unique ways for people to return to formal education and work towards gaining a diploma or degree. Join the thousands of people who have studied with us.
* Eligibility rules apply for financial support. / Mae rheolau cymhwysedd yn berthnasol ar gyfer cymorth ariannol.
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