Nick Cooper

Nick has worked with NCC Home Learning for a number of years, delivering informative articles about education, qualifications, career advice and much more. His detailed knowledge makes him a resourceful and highly reliable contributor to the brand. In his free time, he enjoys gaming and watching films with his friends. NCC is an international learning provider with over 20 years’ experience offering learning solutions. To date, NCC has engaged with over 20,000 employers, and delivered quality training to over half a million learners.

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A Guide to Passing Your A Levels

For some students, the mid-August A Level results have been either a celebration or a time of disappointment. With the late-August announcement of GCSE results also imminent, the focus is once again thrown onto how students are taught, how they learn, and how students revise, along with exam techniques. There is no magic formula – […]

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A Guide to Juggling Distance Learning and Work

Juggling distance learning and work can seem like a daunting task, as it involves taking on yet another commitment in your already busy life. But you understand that in order to grab the promotion you want or to make a desired career change, you need to upskill. This means that you need to get essential […]

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11 Ways to Beat the ‘Back to School’ Blues

After six glorious weeks of summertime fun, the day is edging ever closer – the day school starts again. For parents and grandparents this is met with a more than a little relief, but for many students, it can be an unhappy time of year. Early mornings beckon, along with wearing a uniform, being back […]

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10 Foods to Give Your Brain Power a Boost!

You know the old saying – you are what you eat! There are plenty of foods out there that give us the extra energy we need at times. If you are studying hard, you need to keep your brain in tip-top condition. What foods should you be including in your diet to give the old […]

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Celebrating Letter Writing Day: Top Tips for Becoming a Successful Writer

Can you remember the time you last received a hand-written letter? A thoughtful letter is a beautiful thing, a chance to let someone know that you have them on your mind. Every year, people around the world celebrate letter writing on September 1st. Organisers say that this is a chance to look back and remember […]

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How to Balance Part Time Study with Life and Work

Life is all about balance. We all juggle work commitments with family, shoe horning in social engagements and events when we can, along with a healthy dose of rest and relaxation. With such a fine balance achieved on a day to day basis, it doesn’t take much to upset the apple cart. Adding another important […]

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Persuasive Conversation – What Makes Your Messages Persuasive?

Do you wonder how some people seem to enter negotiations and always get what they want? They use a tactic called persuasive messaging, and you can get the skill, too. But first, you need to understand the basics of persuasion, a subtle yet vital skill that you can achieve through neuro linguistic courses. Step 1 […]

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Presentation Skills – How to Share Your Ideas in a Way Everyone Can Understand

Public speaking, speeches and presentations can figure largely in many business roles, from marketing to human resources. While some people look at home standing up in front of people, for others, it is their worst nightmare. For many people, talking in front of a small group of people, let alone hundreds hanging on your every […]

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A Simple Guide to Writing the Perfect Assignment

Not written an assignment in a long time? Daunted by the task at hand, unsure you can stretch your answer to 1,500 words or more? Whether you are new to writing assignments or coming back to learning after a break, this simple but effective assignment writing guide is jam-packed full of fantastic information and advice.< […]

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Studying Essentials – How to Master Your Online Course

So, you have taken the plunge and enrolled on online courses with qualifications. You are revved up, full of energy and commitment. Kudos! But, slowly reality starts to creep in, and lasting the term of your online course is an uphill struggle. Thankfully, help is at hand with these five tips for success with online […]

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