Self Development Resources

West Midlands self development resources article

Every day is a new chance to learn a new skill, grow your knowledge and discover ways to improve yourself. Whether you want to work on your confidence or find new career opportunities, you’re in the right place. Take a look at the handy resources below.

Don’t Drop out, Reach out

If you’re based in the West Midlands and considering dropping out of education, take a look at ‘Don’t Drop out, Reach out’ for more advice. Whether you’re struggling to get on with a particular teacher or perhaps not making friends as quickly as you thought you might, you can find advice and support to help you.

Careers Live UK

Keep up to date with the latest advice from the West Midlands Combined Authority on Careers Live UK.

Join live events and access a huge bank of pre-recorded resources to help inspire you and give you information to support your career aspirations.

Young Professional

If you’re ready to boost your skills and career confidence, we have a course for you. Take a look at the Youth Employment UK Young Professional courses. Each course is self-paced so you can work through the content in your own time, and you’ll receive a certificate at the end of the course.

Opportunity Finder

Looking for work or career opportunities? The Youth Employment UK Opportunity Finder can help you find your next role. Use the handy filters to find jobs, apprenticeships, and career events, in-person and online.

Discover Youth Friendly Employers

Email us at info@youthemployment.org.uk or call 01536 513388.

Early careers strategy support

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