Learning

Adult learning

Summary: Adult learning opportunities for blind and partially sighted people, including training, academic study and learning new skills.

We can help if you are looking for opportunities to retrain or carry on with your studies in further or higher education.

Blind and partially sighted people work in virtually every employment sector. They use a range of different techniques to help them study and carry out their job roles.

Teaching professionals (PCET)

See our PCET pages if you work with blind and partially sighted learners in post-compulsory education and training.

Courses and qualifications

See courses and qualifications for adults for everything from GCSEs to postgraduate courses.

Being a student

See our student site for advice on all aspects of student life, from clearing to revision.

Braille and Moon

Learning braille or Moon can be a step towards being able to learn independently. If you think you might benefit, find out more:

Stories from adult learners

  • Stephen's story. Stephen, 49 had worked for many years as a sewing machine engineer but decided to retrain in IT after losing his sight due to glaucoma. Returning to learning - Stephen's story
  • Jayne's story. Jayne, 38 had been intending to return to work as a driving instructor after her son began infant school. However, four years ago she began to lose her sight and realised she was going to have to rethink her future career path. Returning to learning - Jayne's story

How we can help

RNIB's Post Compulsory Education and Training team provide information on accessible studying options and the support available for blind and partially sighted students. To find out more, email pcet@rnib.org.uk.

To talk to someone you can also contact the RNIB Helpline by emailing helpline@rnib.org.uk or calling 0845 766 9999 or 020 7388 2525 (some callers may find it cheaper to call a landline, so we have detailed both 08 prefixed numbers and landline equivalents where available).

Content author: studentsite@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 23/09/2008 16:17

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Gemma's story - while at university Gemma volunteered as an events assistant in a charity. Being partially sighted, she faced some challenges working in a paper-based office. "The positive response to me asserting my needs has helped me feel more confident about the future." Gemma is also "convinced that employers recognise work experience as essential" and saw it as a great opportunity to develop new skills. Gemma's full story