Please find below useful links to websites with further information about skills training:

Practice tests:

• www.edexcel.org.uk/sfc/ Brochures.aspx?id=82670
• www.dfes.gov.uk/readwriteplus/learning
• www.move-on.org.uk/practicetests.asp
  

Training providers:

• BCA
• Bracknell and Wokingham College
• East Berkshire College
• Thames Valley University
• Newbury College
• Reading Adult and Community College
  

Other useful links:

• The Basic Skills Agency - Information on basic skills in the UK for practitioners, teachers, parents and industry.
  
  
• http://www.qca.org.uk/493_15772.html - Information on qualifications.
  
  
• Business Link - Easy access to the information and support you need to develop your business.
  
  
• NextStep - Advice on Learning and Work.
  
  
• Skills2Care - Developing a Professional Care Workforce in Berkshire.
  
  
• Train to Gain - Funding for employers.
  
  
• Wokingham District Council - Supporting local employers.
  
  
• Learning and Skills Council - Advice on learning and development.
  
  
• European Social Fund - Funding opportunities.