We're living in a candidate driven market. Companies across the UK are struggling to fill positions in various sectors, simply because there aren't enough properly skilled candidates in the job market. A skills gap exists in the every industry whether it be IT, Accounting, or even in specialist secretarial roles within the legal or medical profession.

Whether you're already in employment but looking to switch jobs, preparing to enter the world of work for the first time, or even considering a return to the workplace at some point in the future it's worth considering, before you begin filling out your application forms, whether you really have the skills needed to clinch that dream job.

While employers might be struggling to find the right person for the job, they are still bombarded with hundreds of CVs and application letters. So what do you do to make yours stand out, and help your potential new boss realise that you're head and shoulders above the rest?

As a graduate or school leaver, you might believe that with your super new qualifications, no-one could refuse you. If you've already got years of experience behind you, maybe you think that's proof enough of your ability to do the job. However with thousands of other applicants believing the same thing, you need to consider getting some good vocational skills under your belt and Pitman Training can offer just that.

Pitman Training offers courses to suit everyone. Whether you need to know how to navigate your way around a computer, get your typing speed up to scratch, or just understand the latest computer software, all Pitman Training courses offer a flexible way to study. Chose to study intensively or drop into your local centre to work through your chosen course as and when your busy life allows. However long it takes, you walk away at the end with a certification that's recognised by employers throughout the UK.

What's more your local Pitman Training centre manager has in-depth expert knowledge about the job market in your area and many work with local recruitment and employment agencies to help ensure candidates are given a helping hand in finding the position that's right for them.

Give your local centre a call on 0800 220454, or pop in and speak to one of Pitman Training's experienced team to find out how you could fill your very own skills gap.