It depends on the job. GCSE English and Maths may be useful, or in Scotland the equivalent Standard Grade, but there are sometimes alternative ways of getting onto courses.

For short-term workcamps you do not need any specific skills or qualifications unless specified, but individual projects will welcome your life experience and any particular skills you do have that can contribute to the work of the project. The main skills you do need are the ability to live and work cooperatively with a group of other international volunteers, lots of enthusiasm and motivation and the willingness to experience something completely new. See similar questions...

To be a successful freelancer, you should expect to have qualifications and skills comparable to those that a person doing the work as a permanent employee would have. This means, for example, that if you are seeking work as a freelance editor you should have sufficient editing skills that you could be hired as an editor full time. If you do not have the skills, you will need to get them. There are many courses available in such fields as editing, writing, and design. See similar questions...

Volunteer lawyers usually undertake responsibilities in accordance with levels of training and experience. While desirable, it is generally not necessary for volunteer lawyers to have prior legal experience or to be currently practising in the legal areas which generalist CLCs provide legal advice and assistance. See similar questions...

No. ReactFast will put every successful franchisee through an eight-week intensive training programme at our own Training Centre in Birmingham, covering pretty well everything you’ll need to know to be able to do the work we pass you in basic plumbing and drain clearing. See similar questions...

You need at least 3 General Certificate of Education (GCE) 'Ordinary' Level credits in one sitting or its equivalent. You must also be at least 21 years old at the time of registration. See similar questions...

Unlike other schools, you do not require TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB English marks. You will be required to complete our skills assessment in English and Math assessment to determine eligibility. You will need to provide evidence of 10 +2 / Grade XII and/or graduation with a 50% academic average as a minimum. See similar questions...

While we make no demand that you have prior transcribing experience (though it helps), we like you to have some of the following attributes: a grasp of and keen interest in current events, especially as they relate to the Congress, foreign affairs, finance, national security, law, and energy/environment; Copy-editing and/or proofreading experience is a definite plus, as is familiarity with Associated Press style. See similar questions...

Though there is somewhat of a learning curve for perfecting your application, you do not need to have the skills of a licensed cosmetologist to benefit from these extensions. We will provide you with the tools needed to perfect your applications. Visit our Lace Wig Application Guide page to learn more about lace wig applications. Instructions on how to apply and take care of your wig is included with each lace wig or frontal purchase. See similar questions...

Althrough we prefer to work with experienced network marketers during this start-up phase, we will work with anyone who is willing to make the committments we are looking for. For more information about these committments view our Sign Up page. See similar questions...

These will vary depending on the position you are applying for. The qualifications and skills required for each role will be clearly stated on the role profile. Some o four skill requirements can be viewed under the 'hot skills' section on this site. If you are successful, all qualifications will be verified. See similar questions...

Applications are screened for minimum qualifications, automatic disqualifications, and completeness. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for selection. Applicants that do not possess the minimum qualifications will not continue in the applicant selection process. No, all applicants must apply and proceed through the selection process regardless of your current job training. See similar questions...

In general, applicants should be honours degree holders from approved Universities. Candidates with relevant clinical experience will also be considered. See similar questions...

The only skills needed are the ability to follow the directions of the shop supervisors. If you have carpentry or sewing skills or any artistic or craft skills, be sure to let us know and we may be able to put them to good use. But all we need for starters is a willingness to pitch in and learn. It's possible, provided that you put in enough time and effort to warrant including your name in the program. See similar questions...

Astronomers need to be good at physics and math; that's what they do! Don't fall into the trap of thinking that astronomy is one of the "easier" sciences! Astronomers work a lot with computers so good computer and programming skills are helpful. Some astronomers build their own instruments, so they learn about electronics, materials fabrication,and machining, and other skills. Astronomers need good teaching skills as well, since they teach as much as they learn. See similar questions...

It’s a good idea to have some knowledge/experience of working with groups before coming to Phase I. Usually people come to Life Skills Coaches training to learn how to work with groups that are of particular interest to them, or have a particular learning need. See similar questions...

Applications should be submitted at least 2 months prior to starting the programme. The deadline for applications for the September 2008 start is 27 June 2008. Late applications may be accepted subject to workload in the admissions department. Applications will not be accepted after the programme start date. See similar questions...