Training courses on computer skills are now available in the UK on interactive CD/DVD ROMS. They provide a very engaging way to learn new skills, allowing the student to become fully involved in the learning process. Courses range from office user skills and software applications, to full career courses in Web Design, Programming, Networking etc.



Look for a training company with a wealth of experience in the computer industry, and get advice on the options available to you. It's very useful to learn more about the kind of work you could qualify for before you commit to a particular course. That way you can be sure the one you go for will be right for you.

Once you know where you're going, make sure you're on a course with the exact qualifications industry wants. Which level of qualification you'll need will largely be based on the size of your ambitions!

Courses for specific job skills are presented on interactive CD/DVD ROMS. They stimulate the student with interesting, easy to follow full-motion video tutorials taught by world-class instructors.

All the training you need is on-screen. Tutors carry out demonstrations and 'how-to' sessions, then you copy what they've just done via an interactive lab. Study guides accompany each session as back-up, but there's no trawling through manuals!

A support package with all career courses is a must, and the most effective type is one with 24/7 direct access to tutors. This can be provided by having support centres placed in different time zones around the world, enabling you to have real 24/7 support.

Companies with this facility allow students to login to a team of mentors anytime of day or night and they can solve your challenge there and then. It's ideal for pro-active people - there's no waiting for someone to call you back!

Training and support like this offers total freedom to study computer training courses anytime, and anywhere in the UK. As in-centre visits are not part of the regime, they're a great way for busy people to master their skills.

When you can get this level of training and support, it makes no sense to pay over the odds for traditional college courses. The best disc-based interactive training offers a great value, high touch educational alternative, that will save you hundreds of pounds and possibly months of work.