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The Benefits of Lifelong Learning

 

In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the concept of ‘lifelong learning’, the idea that skills development can happen outside of the formal education system. Lifelong learners are those who actively seek opportunities to upskill and gain new abilities through independent study and research.

 

This can take place in both an individual’s personal and professional life. Lifelong learning can be as simple as exploring a new hobby, reading about a development in your industry, or exploring the potential benefits of a new technology. Whilst lifelong learning centres around continued learning beyond the classroom, it can also include completing qualfications and courses where an individual has sought to further their knowledge in a particular topic under the guidance of a tutor. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is also a form of lifelong learning as it sees individuals show an interest in skills development.

What are the benefits of lifelong learning?

 
One of the key perks of lifelong learning is that it allows individuals to upskill, or even reskill, regardless of job or age. It is an accessible form of learning that can be achieved with minimal resources due to the broad variety of learning materials available online, in libraries, or through mentoring with other colleagues. As technology and business landscapes continue to change, undertaking lifelong learning can show employers that you’re committed to maintaining high standards and productivity in your role.
 

There are a number of additional benefits that lifelong learning provides to both employers and individuals:

Benefits to Individuals

  • Increases self-confidence through greater understanding and accomplishments.
  • Improves motivation through a greater focus on personal and career goals.
  • Demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development.

Benefits to Employers

  • Ensures a workforce develops the necessary skills to adapt to sector changes.
  • Encourages the desire to learn within teams.
  • Improved employee retention through increased motivation and performance

Ready for some lifelong learning? Explore Hart Learning & Development’s Online Courses

 

Whilst lifelong learning does not need to be a formal programme, completing an accredited online programme provides an extra level of pride and accomplishment for learners. Accredited programmes often come with a certificate of achievement upon completion, evidence which represents the new skills and knowledge gained through the course.

 

Hart Learning & Development offers a series of online courses which allow learners to work at a pace that suits them and fits around their day job. Featuring remote support from tutors and our learner support teams, these short courses provide recognised qualifications to boost your skills and confidence. Our courses are fully funded, too, meaning they come at no cost to you or your organisation.

 

For more information about Hart Learning & Development’s range of online courses and other CPD programmes, please visit your relevant sector page from our Areas of Delivery hub to find courses suitable to you.