More people are seizing the opportunity to learn new skills through government-supported programmes like Skills Bootcamps, apprenticeships, and free courses for jobs – many of which are free (file photo).

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, getting new skills or boosting existing ones has become essential to getting ahead. Whether you’re looking to shift careers, re-enter the workforce, or securing the promotion you’ve been looking for, the opportunity to enhance your skills is more accessible than ever.

That’s exactly what Zohra Fakhry found in 2020. Zohra, who has a degree in computer science and nearly a decade of experience as a translator, recognised the growing demand for tech professionals in the UK. She felt she had fallen out of practice since her studies and hadn’t been exposed to the subject for a while, so to boost her skills, she enrolled in a part-time Data Analytics Bootcamp at training provider, Skills City.

Zohra’s story is not unique. More people are seizing the opportunity to learn new skills through government-supported programmes like Skills Bootcamps, apprenticeships, and free courses for jobs – many of which are free. Training courses and qualifications are designed to be flexible and accessible, making it easier for individuals to boost their skills in a way that fits around their lives.

Flexibility and support

In Zohra’s case, she did the course part-time from 9am-1pm three days a week. All sessions were........

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