If you left your job so you could be at home for a while, chances are you're worried about how to get back into the workplace. Returning to the world of work after a long absence can often seem daunting.

If it's been a while since you last worked, it's time to find out which skills are currently in demand in your chosen industry. It might be worth getting in touch with friends who work in that field, or visiting your local job centre to confirm what skills are considered necessary these days. Most people would agree that it's impossible to get through a working week without using a computer, whether it be for typing a letter, or working with figures in a spread-sheet. So it's always a worthwhile exercise to make sure your basic computer skills and programme understanding are up to scratch.

If you already know what career you'd like to pursue, you can start your training straight away. At Pitman Training centres around the UK, hundreds of people pass through our doors, wanting to train in preparation for returning to work. Many are mothers returning to work after years of bringing up their children. Others might include those recently made redundant, or those who have taken early retirement but are not ready to get out the pipe and slippers just yet.

Pitman Training is able to offer a course to suit you whatever your requirements or circumstances. Maybe you want to build an impressive typing speed, learn to use databases or perhaps you're ready to change direction completely, in which case you can choose one of our many diploma courses ranging from business studies to public relations.

Most importantly, our training centre managers have their fingers on the pulse of their area - they understand the local job market and are in touch with local recruitment agencies to ensure they know what local employers are looking for.

By reading this you've already taken the first step in deciding to help yourself get the job you want. To find out more call 020 8202 4188, we'll be happy to help.