In the fast-paced environment we live in, mums are looking to upskill, change careers, or just follow their own passion — while at the same time running a busy household. Online courses provide the convenience and flexibility of working at your own speed, and they are the perfect option for mums who have many responsibilities. Here are eight awesome courses online to take mums up the ante and make their goals happen.
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1. Excel Training Courses
Excel courses are a lifesaver for mums who want to make their careers better. Excel is an opportunity to make your way into finance, project management, data analysis, and administration. Sites such as Excel Training Courses provide UK-based courses that cover a wide range of skill sets, from basic to advanced. These courses teach you everything from spreadsheet development and data analysis to macro-enabled tasks. Excel is a great tool to learn whether you’re back at the office or need to manage household budgets more effectively.
2. Digital Marketing
Digital marketing is a popular skill for mums who want to work from home, start a side hustle or grow a family business. Free or cheap courses on SEO, social media, content strategy, and other topics are available on free or cheap platforms such as Google’s Digital Garage or HubSpot Academy. You can use this adaptable ability as a freelance or even starting your own internet business.
3. Creative Writing
If you’ve ever fantasised about writing a novel, starting a blog or short stories, creative writing courses can help you polish up your craft. Websites such as Penguin Random House’s The Writers’ Academy provide UK-based courses with industry feedback. Or look up places such as Udemy or Coursera for cheap solutions. Writing is both therapeutic and an income-generating venture.
4. Coding for Beginners
Coding is a crucial skill for the tech-based world today. Courses in web development, Python or JavaScript will prepare you for a well-paying job in technology. Sites such as Codecademy, freeCodeCamp, and the UK-based project Code First Girls help to teach code in an easy-to-learn way. Mums can use the programming knowledge to freelance, develop websites, or launch apps.
5. Parenting and Child Development
Learning more about child psychology and development is a great way for mothers to develop greater bonds with their kids. Online learning programmes on early childhood education, healthy parenting, and development are available at sites such as The Open University or Coursera. These courses are not only educational but they can be a prelude to childcare or teaching jobs.
6. Photography
Photography classes are ideal for creative mums who are looking to capture cherished family photos or even establish a photography side hustle. Sites such as Skillshare and Udemy have all sorts of DSLR tutorials on offer ranging from camera-room tricks to photo editing, even smartphone photography. You’ll become adept at composition, lighting, and editing software, and you can convert your passion into a side business.
7. Health and Wellness Coaching
With more and more people putting their own health on the line, health and wellness coaching has emerged as a lucrative profession. Sites such as The Health Coach Institute offer nutrition, fitness and lifestyle coaching certifications. This career is a great choice for any mum who loves health and wellness and would like to share her passion with others while having flexibility.
8. Language Learning
Not only is it intellectually interesting but it’s a great hobby to travel with or enhance your CV. Language-based apps and websites such as Duolingo, Babbel, Rosetta Stone offer real-time lessons. The UK’s British Council also offers online courses for English language teaching certifications (CELTA), which will allow you to teach in the foreign or virtual classroom.
Final Thoughts On Online Courses
If you’re interested in making your career grow, creating a side hustle, or just trying something new, these online courses provide the skills and opportunity necessary to meet the demands of a busy mum. Because online learning is convenient, you learn when and how you want to, making personal development possible despite a busy schedule. Get started today and start learning because mamas deserve to thrive, too!
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