Reading and Writing Courses | Improve Number Skills | National Careers Service

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Improve your reading, writing and numbers

There are many ways to get help with your reading, writing and number skills. If you'd like to talk to an adviser about this click Contact us to get in touch.

Remember:

• you’re not alone — lots of people have problems with reading, writing and numbers
• it's not like going back to school - many adults get help with reading, writing and numbers
• the tutors will help you and make sure you are on the right course.

Improving your reading, writing and numbers could help you to:

• get a better job
• go on to further study
• help your children with their school work
• improve your self-confidence
• deal with money better.

Where can I do a course?

You can find reading, writing and numbers courses in further education colleges, adult education and community centres, libraries and learndirect centres. You can speak to an adviser face-to-face at a National Careers Service office or Citizens Advice Bureau.

• Find a course

Is there a cost?

You may be able to get your course paid for. Some people are able to get the Adult Entitlement to Learning to help them study reading, writing and numbers courses.

• Financial help while you're learning