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Over two-thirds of workers completed online learning to gain new skills in 2020, found the latest research from job site REED. The poll of over 1,500 workers found that 66% had undertaken digital learning, with the intention of improving their job prospects. The data also revealed a generational gap in continuous online learning. Almost three-quarters of those between the age of 16 and 34 completed courses, compared to just 57% of those over the age of 45. And what’s more, a massive 93% of those who have undertaken online learning in 2020 intend to use their newly-found knowledge to find work, regardless of age group or demographic. “It’s encouraging to see that so many workers are upskilling and/or reskilling in response to the challenges posed by the pandemic,” noted James Reed, Chairman of REED. Read more Over 25% staff haven’t received mandatory training And, whilst market volatility continues in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the data seems to suggest a feeling of optimism among candidates, as almost two-thirds of those who were made redundant over the past 12 months feel confident that they will return to work this year – this includes 38% who noted that they were ‘very hopeful’.
