This article has been written for adult learners who have not studied for a long time and are undertaking studies for a TAE40116 or TAE40122 qualification. It’s a brave, rewarding, and sometimes daunting step to commence studying for a qualification as an adult learner. Here are some tips to help you navigate this journey.
Embrace the refresh
You already have a wealth of life experience. Use it! Draw connections between what you’re learning and your past experiences. This will make the material more relatable and engaging.
Rekindle your studying skills
Start small: Don’t overwhelm yourself. Begin with short, focused study sessions and gradually increase the duration.
Find your rhythm: Experiment with different times of day and environments to discover when and where you focus best.
Prioritise and plan: Adult life often means juggling commitments at home, at work and your studies. Block out dedicated study time in your calendar and stick to it as much as possible.
Master the material
Active learning: Don’t just passively read. Take notes, rewrite concepts in your own words, and summarise key points.
Find your learning style: Do you learn best visually, by doing, or through discussion? Explore different study methods and find what works for you.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Seek help from the trainer: Don’t hesitate to ask your trainer questions.
Support services: Utilise the support services from your training provider.
Form a study group: Find colleagues who are undertaking the same training to discuss ideas, share resources, and motivate each other.
Seek help from a tutor: Get help from a tutor if your trainer and support services from the training provider are insufficient for your needs.
Stay motivated
Set goals: Goals will keep you focused and give you a sense of accomplishment.
Focus on the why: Remind yourself of your larger goal for pursuing this qualification. This will provide the drive to keep going when things get tough.
Celebrate milestones: Acknowledge and reward yourself for completing tasks, achieving goals, and overcoming challenges.
In conclusion
You have the life skills, intelligence, and determination to succeed. Be kind to yourself. There will be bumps along the road.
If you are finding your studies are difficult, please remember that it isn’t you. It is common for many people studying for their TAE40116 or TAE40122 qualification to find it difficult, challenging, confusing, overwhelming, frustrating, and exhausting. It is the training provider that has created the training and assessment experience that is dreadful.
Before concluding, I would like to highlight the following five tips for study success:
- Get support from your trainer
- Get support from your training provider
- Get support from a tutor
- Make a plan and allocate time for your study
- Focus on one thing at a time.
By embracing these tips and believing in yourself, you’ll be well on your way to conquering your studies and making progress towards achieving your qualification!
Do you need help with your TAE studies?
Are you a doing the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and are you struggling with your studies? Do you want help with your TAE studies?
Ring Alan Maguire on 0493 065 396 to discuss.
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