By Jessica Anstice
Casey and Cardinia Shire residents will be able to access free high quality training as part of Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning’s global skills initiative.
Thanks to a partnership between the City of Casey, Cardinia Shire Council and Casey Cardinia Libraries, locals will be able to learn new digital skills through a range of courses that will be made available.
Courses will focus on gaining skills for the top ten in-demand jobs for the future.
Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning identified the most in-demand jobs being software developer, sales representative, project manager, IT administrator, customer service specialist, digital marketer, IT support, data analyst, financial analyst and graphic designer.
“People across the region are doing it tough,” Casey Cardinia Libraries CEO Chris Buckingham said.
“This free training offered via LinkedIn Learning will help people trying to get back into employment through re-skilling.
“All you need to get free access to high quality online training is your library membership details.”
City of Casey’s administrators chair Noelene Duff echoed Mr Buckingham’s statement.
“Amid such widespread disruption, this initiative will be invaluable for those seeking a new career in industries gaining momentum or looking to build their current skills,” she said.
“Council is committed to supporting our community throughout this challenging time and we are delighted that, through this ongoing partnership, residents will be able to access such high-quality training at no expense.”
Cardinia Shire Council mayor Jeff Springfield said, “We know local businesses and those seeking employment are finding it difficult, especially with the impact of Covid-19.
“Up-skilling and learning new skills while staying at home, is one way Council is trying to assist business operators, employees and jobseekers for future markets and opportunities.”
Residents who are not already library members can sign up online https://www.cclc.vic.gov.au/.
LinkedIn Learning can be accessed via the Casey Cardinia Libraries website https://www.cclc.vic.gov.au/online-resources/lynda-com/.
