Qualification Blogs

How to become a pharmacist

If you’re interested in becoming an integral part of a medical team, you may have a future in pharmacy.

How to become a counselling psychologist

Are you someone who wants to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives? As a counselling psychologist, you could play a major part in helping clients.

How to become a dietician

If you have a passion for food, health, and helping others achieve their wellness goals, then being a dietician might just be the career path for you.

How to become a dental nurse

A dental nurse’s role is to assist the dentist with their work and ensure that each patient gets the proper care and attention.

What careers can you have with a health and social care qualification?

A career in health and social care can open up a world of possibilities. In the UK, there’s an increasing demand for professionals in this field, and obtaining a relevant qualification can be a stepping stone towards a rewarding career.

GCSE & IGCSE Examination Dates for Summer 2025

A-Level and AS-Level Exam Dates for Summer 2025

What is a business management course?

Business management courses are designed to help students learn the skills they need to oversee a business. But why are they in such high demand?

GCSE & IGCSE Examination Dates for Summer 2024 (Provisional)

Open Awards Badge of Excellence Certification

The Badge of Excellence Certification from Open Awards is now available on selected courses.

What is QLS Certification?

QLS or “Quality Licence Scheme” is a form of Certification offered through The Skills and Education Group.

The Benefits of a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Qualification

In today’s job market, the Microsoft Office Specialist certification (MOS) is more important than ever. See why and enrol on our course today.

Could You Pass GCSE Maths?

With Maths GCSE’s becoming increasingly difficult, we’ve decided to test your knowledge with five foundation maths GCSE questions. Take this test to see if you could pass GCSE Maths?

A-Level and AS-Level Exam Dates for Summer 2024 (Provisional)

A-Level and AS-Level Exam Dates for Summer 2023 (Provisional)

GCSE & IGCSE Examination Dates for Summer 2023

GCSE & IGCSE Exam Dates for Summer 2022

Here are the Summer 2022 Exam Dates for our students aiming for their GCSE or IGCSE exams.

A-Level Exam Dates for Summer 2022

Here are the Summer 2022 Exam Dates for our students aiming for their A-Level exams.

GCSE and IGCSE Exam Dates (Summer 2021)

Here are the Summer 2021 Exam Dates for our students aiming for their GCSE or IGCSE exams.

A Level Exam Dates (Summer 2021)

Here are the Summer 2021 Exam Dates for our students aiming for their A Level exams.

Result Day Blues?

Didn't get the results you were expecting on results day? Don't worry, there are many avenues still available for you to get your dream career.

GCSE & IGCSE Examination Dates for 2020

Here are the AQA GCSE and Edexcel IGCSE Exam Dates for our students aiming to sit their exams in the May/June 2020 exam window.

A Level Examination Dates for 2020

Here are the AQA and Edexcel A Level Exam Dates for our students aiming to sit their exams in the May/June 2020 exam window.

What is the Regulated Qualifications Framework?

It can all get very confusing when it comes to qualifications, but the Distance Learning Centre are here to help. Learn more and enquire with us today.

GCSE & IGCSE Examination Dates for 2019

To help you stay organised, Distance Learning Centre have listed both the GSCE & IGCSE 2019 examination dates and timetables. Learn more & enquire today.

A Level Examination Dates for 2019

To help you stay organised, the Distance Learning Centre have listed the A-Level 2019 examination dates and timetables. Learn more & enquire further today.

Studying Drug and Alcohol Misuse

The Distance Learning Centre has many courses that gives students the opportunity to learn advanced skills in understanding the misuse of drugs and alcohol.

Information for Private Candidates sitting GCSE, IGCSE and A Level exams

The Distance Learning Centre have provided some information to help students wanting to sit their GCSE, IGCSE or A Level exams as a private candidate.

Booking your GCSE, IGCSE and A Level exams

Distance Learning Centre have created this guide to help students understand what is required for booking their GCSE and A Level exams.

New PSI Testing for CIW exams

CIW Exams can be sat through remote proctoring either at home or work through PSI testing. Students need an webcam and high speed Internet connection.

The Advantages of the IT Essentials (RQF) - Level 2 Course

We have put together a blogpost of the advantages that the IT Essentials Level 2 (RQF) Course has when compared with studying for ECDL.

Changes to GCSEs, IGCSEs and A Levels

For information on the new changes to A-Levels and GCSE's, and how this may affect your future studies, visit the Distance Learning Centre today.

Resitting A-Levels and GCSEs

Have you ever thought about going back and resitting A-level's or GCSE's? You can resit your A-level's or GCSE's with the Distance Learning Centre.

The Importance of Maths, English and Science GCSE's

This article from the Distance Learning Centre explains the importance of Maths, English and Science GCSE's and why you need these qualifications.

What is the difference between GCSE and IGCSE?

So what is an IGCSE? And how does it compare to a GCSE? For an explanation on the differences between GCSE's and IGCSE's take a look at our blogpost.

Changes to the GCSE Grading system

There has been some confusion about the new GCSE grading systems and changes to syllabus so we thought we would write a short blogpost to explain.

What is CompTIA A+ Certification?

A CompTIA A+ certification is an entry-level qualification for computer support technicians that demonstrates their competence in PC repair and maintenance.

What is A CACHE Qualification?

If you're looking into pursuing a career in childcare or as a teaching assistant, you may well have heard of CACHE qualifications. But what are they, and are they right for you?

How to Become a Teaching Assistant

Thinking about becoming a teaching assistant, but confused about where to start? Here, we outline every step of the exciting journey that lies ahead.

5 Reasons to Get an ECDL Qualification

Considering signing up for a European Computer Driving Licence, or 'ECDL', course? Here are five reasons why it's a good idea to get an ECDL qualification.