Are you thinking about taking the leap to earn your Level 2 English and Maths qualifications in 2025? This achievement can change your life, no matter your age or stage in life.

The best part? It’s totally free for anyone over 19!*

Whether you’re aiming for career growth, setting a good example to your family, or simply wanting to feel more confident in everyday life, here’s why it’s worth your time and energy to make this goal a reality.

Boost your Job Prospects

Having a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths on your CV is the first step towards new opportunities. When you apply for a new job, many employers will be looking for these qualifications as a minimum requirement.

If you’ve got your sights on progression and want to bag a coveted promotion next year, you may need to work towards these qualifications to unlock a higher-paid position.

You don’t necessarily need to commit to long years of studying, either. Most qualifications offered across East Kent at one of the EKC Training Centres can be completed within 10 weeks, meaning that new job could be yours by Spring!

Improve Your Everyday Confidence

Having a full understanding of language and numeracy skills will do wonders for your confidence. Whether you want to learn how to make your money go further by budgeting effectively, or you want to finally get around to reading all of the books that you’ve been meaning to read, the skills you learn as part of the qualifications will help you get there.

Once you have achieved the essential qualifications and skills that are boosting your confidence, you may want to start exploring further study options. It’s never too late to consider picking up a vocational qualification to learn a new trade, or applying to university to get the degree you always wanted.

Be a Role Model

If you have children, or younger family members around the house, your commitment to self-improvement is sure to leave a lasting impact on them. By pursuing your qualifications, you can show them that learning is lifelong and inspire them to take their studies seriously.

You may be worried about how you can fit in studying around running a busy home, or existing work or caring commitments, but all of the Level 2 qualifications you can study with EKC Training may be able to support you financially.

You can explore different financial bursaries, and find out whether you’re entitled to help with travel, childcare or equipment costs. This means nothing is standing in your way and you can study knowing that everything has been taken care of.

If prioritising your education and essential skills is on your bucket list for 2025, you can take the first step by signing up for a FREE course today.

Click here to register your interest and sign up in December, ready to start your course in January.

* Level 2 qualifications are free to adults aged 19 and over, if you have not yet achieved a grade 4/C.