Master working in a digital world
Master working in a digital world
In today’s digital age, it is more important than ever to have strong digital skills and as technology continues to advance, the skill gap continues to grow in workplaces and our communities.
We’ll help you close the gap and level the playing field.
“The training was engaging and informative, and the trainer was happy to focus on the specific needs which arose during the course of the day. The information and tools provided after the session has helped our team to embed what we learned on the day.”
Essential digital skills courses
Interest in one of our courses or looking for something more bespoke? Why not drop us a quick note and we’ll get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Latest digital skills content
12 tips and tricks to master social media marketing in 2020
Social media can be a sticky subject for most people. You are told that you can grow your audience if you make your content more engaging. That’s great but what does that actually mean? It’s different for every brand and their target audience, but it’s really worth your time experimenting and seeing what works.
Meet the trainer
Micheal, UK
Off and Online trainer, specialising in small business, digital skills, digital marketing, employability and leadership. Helping you unlock your digital potential through simple, practical and actionable training, webinars and coaching with experience delivering on multiple platforms.
Digital skills FAQs
The term ‘digital skills’ covers a wide range of skills needed to work, and live in today’s digital world. It could be anything from managing your bank account or finances online to how to use Microsoft Teams, or simply setting up an email.
Yes! We run a number of courses throughout the year and work with multiple partners across the UK who run free digital skills training in the community through social impact programmes. Get in touch with your local council to ask when their next session is.
Absolutely. With such a diverse range of generations in business today, the digital skills gap is a big problem. Essential digital skills training will help to close the gap and put everyone on the same level.
Of course. The courses you see outlined above are just examples of our capabilities and the ‘off-the-shelf- courses we have. We work with a number of organisations to bespoke programmes to their specific needs.
The great digital divide in numbers
- 22% of employees admit lacking enough digital skills to succeed in business
- 81% of UK bosses say the digital skills gap is harming business
- UK workers with advanced digital skills earn 30% more than their peers
- Only 1 in 10 possess the relevant digital skills needed for business today
- 68% of businesses struggle to find suitable candidates for jobs due to lack of digtial skills
Closing the digital skills gap with the Department for Education.
UpSkill Digital was awarded a Skills Bootcamp tender by the government as part of its Plan for Jobs. The goal of the program was to help marginalised groups and those who have been negatively affected by the digital divide develop their skills, gain practical hands-on experience, find better job opportunities, and meet employers who could help them find meaningful employment.
Results
100%
of learners felt bootcamp would help them secure employment
93%
of learners said the course exceeded their expectations
75%
secured an interview post completing the academy
Let's chat
Whether you’re looking to engage us to deliver an off-the-shelf course or create a fully bespoke programme for you, we love to talk and can’t wait to see how we can help.
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Our latest content
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So often, fear of saying or doing the wrong thing means we say or do nothing. For marginalised communities, this silence and inaction can feel like violence in itself.
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