But a teaching or personnel qualification may improve your chances. Experience Pre-entry experience is essential Experience of using software packages is essential. The European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent qualification is useful, as is any experience involving working with people or the use of organisational skills. Special entry requirements Good communication, interpersonal, organisational, and presentation skills are essential. Age implications Entry problems may be encountered from early 40s to early 50s Competition Competition is moderate but increasing.
Personal qualities are the most important factor.
Tips for entry Use the world wide web to locate advertised vacancies. Write speculatively to software houses, training companies or educational institutes. None applicable Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies commonly handle vacancies. M2 This Occupational Profile forms part of Prospects Planner , an advanced computer careers guidance program for use in higher education. The data is Careers Services Trust copyright.