Spring into Action – 3 Steps in January to Secure a New Career by April
This is your go-to guide for preparing for a career change in Spring 2026. Discover three easy steps for getting started, and see how Learning People can support you through the entire journey.
If you’re looking for a sign that its finally time to change careers, this is it. With a new year on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and think seriously about your future. If you’ve been feeling ready for a change, whether that’s stepping up in your current field or moving into something completely new, 2026 could be the year everything changes for you.
At Learning People, we believe a new and exciting career doesn’t have to be years away. In fact, if you start your studies now, you could be qualified and ready for a new role by Spring. With the right guidance, support, and training, a career in tech or project management can be closer than you think.
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How to choose the right career path with confidence - 3 steps
One of the biggest challenges when changing career is knowing where to start. With so many roles in tech and project management, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
To help, we’ve created a wealth of resources, including an interactive quiz and comprehensive career-change guides. You can also book in a completely free career consultation with one of our experts for the best start towards your new career.
1. Take our 5-minute career-matching quiz (5 minutes)
We created our science- and government-backed My Career Match to help you discover your ideal career in a matter of minutes.
This is a simple and free quiz to help guide you to a new career based on your interests, strengths, and long-term goals. In just a few minutes, you’ll be matched to a new sector and career recommendations to help you move forward with confidence.
2. Book a free career consultation (30 seconds)
If you want comprehensive, expert, and personalised advice on how to change or launch your career, the best thing you can do is book a call with one of our career consultants.
On the call, your career expert will do a deep dive into your career or education history, your motivations for changing career, and what you want our of your new role, possibly in an entirely new industry.
From there, they'll be able to advise on the optimal training pathway and next steps towards your new role.
It only takes 30 seconds and two clicks to book the call! Someone will be in touch soon, usually within one working day.
3. Read our comprehensive career-change guides
Alongside My Career Match, our team of experts have pulled together a range of in-depth career guides to support people at different stages of life and work. The guides offer skillset matches from careers, like nursing or education, as well as breaking down which sectors could be the easiest transition for you.
Our career change guides cover themes like:
- What to do after redundancy
- Career changes for nurses
- Transitioning from education
- Making a change at 30, 40 and even 50
- How to create a career change CV
...and much more spanning your entire career-change journey, from your first decisions about what industry to go into, right through to interview prep and starting in your next role.
Whether you are considering next steps after redundancy, are looking to transition from a different background entirely, or are looking to pivot at a later stage in life, our guides are here to assist you with your decision. Each guide is designed to address common concerns, highlight transferable skills, and potential career paths into tech and project management.
Get on the path to a better salary in 2026
Some of the biggest drivers of career changes in my students is job security and salary, with the rising costs of living and uncertainty in a lot of areas of work it’s no wonder. Thankfully, tech and project management roles are not only rewarding but provide long fruitful careers with great financial stability.
Support that goes beyond the course
A common question from my students is “how long will it take me to get qualified?” which I’d love to give a simple answer to, but truth is, each of our pathways is tailored to your individual needs.
However, you can get your first certification in as little as 30 hours for project management, and if you set aside 5-10 hours a week, you could be ready to start applying for jobs in a matter of weeks.
Balancing you work/life-study balance can be difficult, which is why we have a dedicated team to help you plan and keep on track and at Learning People, we are about more than qualifications, we are here to help you get into new careers, with ongoing support throughout your learning journey from StudentCare™ which includes:
- Dedicated 1:1 support in your studies
- Access to industry insights and job market advice
- Exclusive student webinars with industry figureheads
- Flexible learning designed to fit around your life
“The best part of my learning journey is not just achieving the certificates but also the consistent support from my team. Their encouragement and support have been crucial and greatly appreciated. I couldn't ask for more in this fulfilling experience.”
Our offering goes even beyond that with access to our Career Services team where you will receive more dedicated expert support through our new Career Services 2.0. The new and improved service is created to support you through your job hunt with tailored advice and feedback as well as masterclasses covering topics including:
- Building your professional profile
- Networking
- CV and cover letter guidance
- Job application assistance
- Job interview preparation
Start in January for a "Spring awakening" and fresh start in April
A new career in tech or project management could be just a few months away. By starting now, you give yourself the opportunity to be qualified and ready for new roles by Spring, setting you up for long-term success in 2026 and beyond.
With Learning People, you’re never navigating your career change alone. When signing up to one of our Pathways, you sign up to bespoke, industry-led support from our team of experts, for as long as you need it, ensuring you get the best result possible.
If you’re ready to take the first step, try My Career Match to explore your options, or book a free, no-obligation call with one of our Career Consultants. Your future career starts with a single decision – and there’s no better time than now.
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