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5 Ways to Stay Accountable to Your Learning Goals in 2025

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5 Ways to Stay Accountable to Your Learning Goals in 2025

Planning to learn to code in 2025? We know it can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve never coded before. But you’ve got this! And we’ve put together a list of five tips and resources to help you stay accountable to your learning goals this year.

Set bite-sized, achievable goals

Setting a big, lofty goal can be exciting in the moment, but can sometimes feel so overwhelming that it’s easy to just give up. That’s why we recommend starting small. If you’re not a runner, resolving to start running one morning a week for 20 minutes may feel less overwhelming than resolving to run a marathon. The same goes for learning to code.

Set bite-sized, achievable goals for yourself in 2025. This’ll ensure that you don’t get overwhelmed. Give yourself the opportunity to get your feet wet, make learning a part of your regular routine, and let the smaller goals be the catalyst for something even bigger.

Learn something new for free

Not sure what goals to set for this year? Check out our list of 35 bite-sized goals for learning in 2025.

Make your goals and progress public

Let the world know what you plan to do — and how you’re progressing towards your goals. When you tell others what you plan to accomplish it makes it harder to give up. Tell your friends, tell your family, or even share your goals on social media, like Afzaa Atcha, a teacher turned DevOps Engineer Apprentice. (Don’t forget to tag Codecademy in your posts about learning to code — we love to connect with our learners on social media.)

You may also decide to record your progress along the way in a blog. This can be a fun way to look back on your journey later to see how far you’ve come — plus, logging your own experiences may be useful to other people who are on learning journeys of their own!

Set weekly targets

You’ll find weekly targets when you log into your Codecademy account and click on “My Home.” Your progress will appear in the top right corner of the screen and you can click to update your weekly target. Decide how many days you want to learn each week and then track your progress.

We’ll keep track of how many days you’ve logged into Codecademy to learn in the current week. Plus, we’ll show you how many weeks in a row you’ve met your target.

Create a routine

Consistency is key. Dedicating at least an hour to code daily for 100 days can help you turn learning to code into a habit that’ll continue even after the 100 days are over.

Then, you can share your accomplishments (and read through others’) on our Codecademy forums, where you’ll also find other learners sharing their experiences.

Speaking of the Codecademy community, being a part of a community is a great way to stay accountable to your goals. Share your progress, ask questions when you’re stuck, get inspired by the stories of other learners, and make new friends that share your motivations and interests.

Looking for a community? Here are a few places to get started:

  • Codecademy Forums: Join the conversation right here in the Codecademy Forums. Chat with other learners, share projects and get feedback, get help, get inspired by success stories, and more!
  • Codecademy Chapters: Codecademy Chapters are community-led local groups designed to help you stay motivated, get support on your learning journey, and connect with other learners near you, in-person or virtually. Join a chapter in your local area — or start your own!
  • X, formerly known as Twitter: Join the conversation and meet other people that are learning to code on Twitter with hashtags like #100DaysOfCode and #CodeNewbie. (You can find us on Twitter at @Codecademy.)

Looking for more advice for sticking with your coding goals? We’ve compiled a list of 7 tips for staying motivated from our community members. Here’s to accomplishing all of your goals and more in 2025!

This blog was originally published in January 2021 and has been updated with relevant resources and new advice.

Discover the #1 LMS, Learning Suite,Learning Platform and LMS/LXP 2024

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Discover the #1 LMS, Learning Suite,Learning Platform and LMS/LXP 2024

They say you can’t make a lime out of a bunch of lemons, or I said that.

Actually, it is lemonade, and it is quite good, too. Lemonade is all over the map in terms of taste.

Some people like sour, others like sweet.

Some like strawberry lemonade, and others like mint lemonade.

And yes, some people dislike lemonade – shame on you.

The point here is that there seems to be no universal discussion of what constitutes the top X when it comes to the Top Learning System.

Therein lies a quandary because there are all types of learning systems – as defined many times over, but when people ask me, “That’s great, but which one is the #1 LMS?”

There are way too many variables to consider which type because just saying this is the #1 LMS, for example, leverages the variables that I look at and consider.

Equally noted in the past.

But as folks will point out, ‘you didn’t select ABC, and we think they are the best one on the market.’

Which is excellent for you and them.

There are always factors and use cases, such as what use case goes with what system, what level of diligence you did, what your budget was/is, and how wide your net was – i.e., global reach or limited reach?

Whether the vendor is a marketing master—getting eyeballs is relevant in our industry—OR is someone so new that you haven’t heard of them.

Perhaps you looked at “newness” as a factor or key role based on others—similar to seeing a new car on a dealer’s lot versus one that is dirty.

Your eyes go right to the new – okay, clean one. Even if they are – or at least appear – the same.

Therein gets back for a short time on the question of “Okay, you identified the Top Learning Systems, but which one is #1 for a specific category—say, learning suite, or LMS, or learning platform?”

What is a learning suite?

Absorb

Here is how a suite should work

a. Everything is included in the suite – you can choose to use it all or not – but it is all included at one price point.

b. The vendor may offer add-ons, like a BI or performance management piece, which is understandable because they would focus on a specific audience rather than a wider net.

When I looked at the top learning systems, a few had a suite or components of a suite, and you could buy them all, or they could come with all, or you could pick and choose.

You get it all at one price point.

I always find it intriguing when folks believe they must use it because it is in their system, but that is not true.

Let’s say you win 1M dollars.

Are you sticking around at your company?

Nope.

Although I once worked with a guy who won several million dollars and wanted to stay working.

I digress.

Then someone else shows up and goes, “What? I wanted that. And it costs how much?”

Or

You think to yourself, “I want this. But I see it will cost extra, and I lack that in my budget.”

Have it in a suite you purchased, and Tada, it’s there.

I’m a massive fan of suites.

What vendor is the #1 for combining LMS and LXP capabilities?

Well, it is Learn Amp, the #1 learning system for 2024.

Yes, they are a learning platform, defined as an employee development platform (their words).

However, they have an extensive set of LMS functionality and LXP capabilities.

Ultimately, they just stood out above the rest when you combine the two.

What is a Learning Platform?

Well, it depends on how you define it—the vendor, the buyer/customer, or an analyst (yep, me included).

Could a learning platform be an LMS?

Sure.

Could it be a mentoring platform with LMS capabilities?

Sure.

I know of vendors who refuse to tag themselves as LMSs for whatever reason; they often see LMS as a big, scary word they do not want to be affiliated with.

However, some systems-learning platforms mix LMS functionality with other functionality that they see as different from an LMS.

They are not wrong.

And therein lies the rub, says the bard (still one of my favorite lines ever).

How do I say, “Well, this is the #1 learning platform,” knowing that the vendor in question or vendors in question have LMS functionality, perhaps LXP functionality, and maybe a dash of mentoring or more than a dash of skills?

This goes back to a key feature of an LXP—there are way too many that can be summed up in a dash and say, “Look, we are an LXP.”

I say, “Look, you are Ms. Dash (a U.S. product to each their own taste).”

Can you equally have two vendors who qualify as the #1 Learning Platform for 2024?

Yes.

Two would be ideal because both are deserving. Nevertheless, there is only one.

Thought Industries

Who is the #1 LMS for 2024?

Cornerstone LMS

How did I decide?

For me, I looked at the core pieces of an LXP—and whether or not the vendor has them—plus the core functionality of an LMS —and whether or not the vendor has it—and then where they are now, referred to as Tier 7.

Mentoring is part of Tier 7 for those keeping score.

What is tier 7? And where do I expect the next tier to hit – what other items?

There will be a wonderful post next week—it’s not on the short side, so enjoy this micro post!

Bottom Line

It’s a short post this week.

I’m sure to the delight of many.

This leads me back to what constitutes lemonade.

Sugar?

Lemons?

Or maybe

a Lime.

E-Learning 24/7

Discover the #1 LMS, #1 Learning Suite and #1 Learning Platform 2024

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Discover the #1 LMS, #1 Learning Suite and #1 Learning Platform 2024

They say you can’t make a lime out of a bunch of lemons, or I said that.

Actually, it is lemonade, and it is quite good, too. Lemonade is all over the map in terms of taste.

Some people like sour, others like sweet.

Some like strawberry lemonade, and others like mint lemonade.

And yes, some people dislike lemonade – shame on you.

The point here is that there seems to be no universal discussion of what constitutes the top X when it comes to the Top Learning System.

Therein lies a quandary because there are all types of learning systems – as defined many times over, but when people ask me, “That’s great, but which one is the #1 LMS?”

There are way too many variables to consider which type because just saying this is the #1 LMS, for example, leverages the variables that I look at and consider.

Equally noted in the past.

But as folks will point out, ‘you didn’t select ABC, and we think they are the best one on the market.’

Which is excellent for you and them.

There are always factors and use cases, such as what use case goes with what system, what level of diligence you did, what your budget was/is, and how wide your net was – i.e., global reach or limited reach?

Whether the vendor is a marketing master—getting eyeballs is relevant in our industry—OR is someone so new that you haven’t heard of them.

Perhaps you looked at “newness” as a factor or key role based on others—similar to seeing a new car on a dealer’s lot versus one that is dirty.

Your eyes go right to the new – okay, clean one. Even if they are – or at least appear – the same.

Therein gets back for a short time on the question of “Okay, you identified the Top Learning Systems, but which one is #1 for a specific category—say, learning suite, or LMS, or learning platform?”

What is a learning suite?

Absorb

Here is how a suite should work

a. Everything is included in the suite – you can choose to use it all or not – but it is all included at one price point.

b. The vendor may offer add-ons, like a BI or performance management piece, which is understandable because they would focus on a specific audience rather than a wider net.

When I looked at the top learning systems, a few had a suite or components of a suite, and you could buy them all, or they could come with all, or you could pick and choose.

You get it all at one price point.

I always find it intriguing when folks believe they must use it because it is in their system, but that is not true.

Let’s say you win 1M dollars.

Are you sticking around at your company?

Nope.

Although I once worked with a guy who won several million dollars and wanted to stay working.

I digress.

Then someone else shows up and goes, “What? I wanted that. And it costs how much?”

Or

You think to yourself, “I want this. But I see it will cost extra, and I lack that in my budget.”

Have it in a suite you purchased, and Tada, it’s there.

I’m a massive fan of suites.

What is a Learning Platform?

Well, it depends on how you define it—the vendor, the buyer/customer, or an analyst (yep, me included).

Could a learning platform be an LMS?

Sure.

Could it be a mentoring platform with LMS capabilities?

Sure.

I know of vendors who refuse to tag themselves as LMSs for whatever reason; they often see LMS as a big, scary word they do not want to be affiliated with.

However, some systems-learning platforms mix LMS functionality with other functionality that they see as different from an LMS.

They are not wrong.

And therein lies the rub, says the bard (still one of my favorite lines ever).

How do I say, “Well, this is the #1 learning platform,” knowing that the vendor in question or vendors in question have LMS functionality, perhaps LXP functionality, and maybe a dash of mentoring or more than a dash of skills?

This goes back to a key feature of an LXP—there are way too many that can be summed up in a dash and say, “Look, we are an LXP.”

I say, “Look, you are Ms. Dash (a U.S. product to each their own taste).”

Can you equally have two vendors who qualify as the #1 Learning Platform for 2024?

Yes.

Two would be ideal because both are deserving. Nevertheless, there is only one.

Thought Industries

Who is the #1 LMS for 2024?

Cornerstone LMS

How did I decide?

For me, I looked at the core pieces of an LXP—and whether or not the vendor has them—plus the core functionality of an LMS —and whether or not the vendor has it—and then where they are now, referred to as Tier 7.

Mentoring is part of Tier 7 for those keeping score.

What is tier 7? And where do I expect the next tier to hit – what other items?

There will be a wonderful post next week—it’s not on the short side, so enjoy this micro post!

Bottom Line

It’s a short post this week.

I’m sure to the delight of many.

This leads me back to what constitutes lemonade.

Sugar?

Lemons?

Or maybe

a Lime.

E-Learning 24/7

Watch: ‘When Progressive Ideals Become a Luxury’

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Watch: ‘When Progressive Ideals Become a Luxury’

4. Next, join the conversation by clicking on the comment button and posting in the box that opens on the right. (Students 13 and older are invited to comment, although teachers of younger students are welcome to post what their students have to say.)

5. After you have posted, try reading back to see what others have said, then respond to someone else by posting another comment. Use the “Reply” button or the @ symbol to address that student directly.

6. To learn more, read “When Progressive Ideals Become a Luxury.” The Times writes:

In a 2017 Senate hearing, the Harvard sociologist Robert Putnam famously argued, “Rich kids and poor kids now grow up in separate Americas.” Rob Henderson knows this firsthand. His mother was addicted to drugs; he never knew his father. He grew up shuttling among foster homes, where he started drinking beer around age 5 and smoking marijuana at age 9. At age 17 he watched a drunk friend kick a dog off a cliff and knew he had to escape. He enlisted in the Air Force.

When Henderson got to Yale on the G.I. Bill, he was shocked by the differences between him and his classmates. As he explains in the video above, he learned it was popular for his classmates to hold strong, seemingly progressive views about many of the concerns that shaped his life — drugs, marriage, crime. But they were largely insulated from the consequences of their views. Henderson found that these ideas came to serve as status symbols for the privileged while they, ironically, kept the working class down. He came to call these ideas luxury beliefs.

Henderson went on to get his Ph.D. at Cambridge and wrote a book about his experiences, “Troubled: A Memoir of Family, Foster Care, and Social Class.” In the video, Henderson argues that these out-of-touch views are all around us, widening our class divide and fueling our fractious politics. And he envisions another way.

7. Join us again on Jan. 30 when we will feature The Opinions podcast “The Good News About a Bad G.P.A.”

Want more student-friendly videos and podcasts? Visit our Film and Podcast Club column.

Students 13 and older in the United States and Britain, and 16 and older elsewhere, are invited to comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff, but please keep in mind that once your comment is accepted, it will be made public.

Person and Shapes

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Person and Shapes

What do you think this illustration is saying? How does it relate to or comment on society or current events? Can you relate to it personally? What is your opinion of its message?

Tell us in the comments, and then read the related guest essay to learn more.

Students 13 and older in the United States and Britain, and 16 and older elsewhere, are invited to comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff, but please keep in mind that once your comment is accepted, it will be made public and may appear in print.

Find more Picture Prompts here.

Word of the Day: presto

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Word of the Day: presto

The word presto has appeared in 23 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on April 3 in “Switching From iPhone to Android Is Easy. It’s the Aftermath That Stings” by Brian X. Chen:

I was initially surprised by how simple it was to shift my iPhone data to an Android smartphone made by Google. Just by installing an app on my iPhone that Google made to help people switch, I was able to copy my contacts list, photo album and calendar into my Google account. Then, presto — all that data appeared on the Android.

Can you correctly use the word presto in a sentence?

Based on the definition and example provided, write a sentence using today’s Word of the Day and share it as a comment on this article. It is most important that your sentence makes sense and demonstrates that you understand the word’s definition, but we also encourage you to be creative and have fun.

If you want a better idea of how presto can be used in a sentence, read these usage examples on Vocabulary.com. You can also visit this guide to learn how to use IPA symbols to show how different words are pronounced.

If you enjoy this daily challenge, try our vocabulary quizzes.

Students ages 13 and older in the United States and the United Kingdom, and 16 and older elsewhere, can comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff.

The Word of the Day is provided by Vocabulary.com. Learn more and see usage examples across a range of subjects in the Vocabulary.com Dictionary. See every Word of the Day in this column.

As 2025 Begins, How Are You Feeling About the State of Politics?

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As 2025 Begins, How Are You Feeling About the State of Politics?

Last year was one of political disruption. More than 80 countries held elections, and incumbents around the world, on both the left and the right, were voted out by citizens who were frustrated and angry about issues including inflation, immigration and inequality.

Last fall, we asked teenagers around the world what they thought about this global political climate. We invited them to have conversations in response to a series of questions about their political identities and values, the issues that matter to them, today’s information environment and their news habits, as well as how they talk about politics across divides. Then, we challenged them to make something in response.

Now, as a new administration takes office in the United States, we’re publishing the winners. You can see one of them, a painting by Taylor Cook, 16, from Atlanta, at the top of this article.

Here is Taylor’s artist’s statement:

The Gray and Purple

I live between the very liberal and left-leaning climate of my school and social life and the heavily conservative values of my Florida-grown family. Who can reliably fact check if everybody claims everybody else has an agenda?

During the 2020 election, I became aware that sharing my middle-ground or questioning beliefs to my family or friends usually resulted in a lecture from both sides. All I ever heard was “Hillary is crooked!” “Donald Trump is sexist!” “Why would you think that?” “Don’t get that vaccine!” “Your parents are stupid for being anti-vax and here’s why.” “All the Democrats want are your tax dollars.” “What if my Republican neighbor shoots me?” “They’re not your real friends, they’re too liberal.” I’ve heard all of the words in my painting on a regular basis from both friends and family.

We’re told from a young age that we don’t have the full picture without another perspective. But what if two different perspectives are telling two very different stories? Are my friends right when they say that Chick-fil-A wants gay people persecuted? How many of my parents’ conspiracies from Twitter are actually true? Is Donald Trump an evil billionaire looking to rule the world, or is he just a contrarian exposing what we don’t see? How many rich people have our congressional politicians in their pockets? How many of Trump and Harris’s accusatory campaign ads are true?

Some might say that it’s cowardly to hide in the gray area of politics, but it feels so wrong to choose a side when you don’t know who to trust or what’s real.

Can you relate? Why or why not?

Below are four more pieces by some of our teen winners. We invite you to scroll through the full collection, and then tell us what you think by responding to any of the questions at the end of this article.

Teens on Politics Today: The Winners of Our Coming of Age in 2024 Contest

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Teens on Politics Today: The Winners of Our Coming of Age in 2024 Contest

Alina Dayeon Lee, 15, Seoul, “Floura”

Camilla Joffrey, 15, Santa Barbara, Calif., “The Same Thing”

Ella, 16, North Andover, Mass, “Still Young”

Ella Herb, 15, and Eva, “In Girl World”

Eva, 17, Russia, “Opinions in Russia About the U.S.”

Garance Héomet, 15, Paris, “My Hopes for the Future”

Hyunseung Lee, 17, Incheon, South Korea, “Growing Up in a Polarized Society”

Serena Strohmeier-Gach, 15, Albany, Calif., “The Future Lies in Our Hands”

Thomas Svencer, 16, Marblehead, Mass., “Snowless Ski Hill”

Yuna Jeon, 13, Moorestown, N.J., “Day in the Life of a News-Addicted Teen”

Annissa Hambouz, Elisa Zonana, Erica Ayisi, Caroline Gilpin, Jeremy Engle, Jeremy Hyler, Katherine Schulten, Kathy Curto, Kimberly Wiedmeyer, Michael Gonchar, Natalie Proulx, Shannon Doyne, Shira Katz and Willow Lawson

The #1 LMS and #1 Learning Platform 2024

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The #1 LMS and #1 Learning Platform 2024

They say you can’t make a lime out of a bunch of lemons, or I said that.

Actually, it is lemonade, and it is quite good, too. Lemonade is all over the map in terms of taste.

Some people like sour, others like sweet.

Some like strawberry lemonade, and others like mint lemonade.

And yes, some people dislike lemonade – shame on you.

The point here is that there seems to be no universal discussion on what is or what constitutes the top X, when it comes to the Top Learning System.

Therein lies a quandary because there are all types of learning systems – as defined many times over, but when people ask me, “That’s great, but which one is the #1 LMS?”

There are way too many variables to consider which type because just saying this is the #1 LMS, for example, leverages the variables that I look at and consider.

Equally noted in the past.

But as folks will point out to me, ‘you didn’t select ABC, and we think they are the best one on the market.’

Which is excellent for you and them.

There are always factors and use cases, such as what use case goes with what system, what level of diligence you did, what your budget was/is, and how wide your net was – i.e., global reach or limited reach?

Whether the vendor is a master of marketing—getting eyeballs is relevant in our industry—OR is someone so new that you haven’t heard of them.

Perhaps you looked at “newness” as a factor or key role based on others—similar to seeing a new car on a dealer’s lot versus one that is dirty.

Your eyes go right to the new – okay, clean one. Even if they are – or at least appear – the same.

Therein gets back for a short time on the question of “Okay, you identified the Top Learning Systems, but which one is #1 for a specific category – say learning suite, or LMS or a learning platform?”

What is a learning suite?

And who is #1 for 2024?

Absorb

Here is how a suite should work

a. Everything is included in the suite – you can choose to use it all or not – but it is all included at one price point.

b. The vendor may have add-ons, like a BI or performance management piece, which would be understandable because they would focus on a specific audience rather than a wider net.

When I looked at the top learning systems, there were a few that had a suite or components of a suite, where you could buy them all, or they could come with all, or you could pick and choose.

You get it all at one price point.

I always find it intriguing when folks believe that they must use it because it is in their system, but that is not true.

Let’s say you win 1M dollars.

Are you sticking around at your company?

Nope.

Although I once worked with a guy who won several million dollars and wanted to stay working.

I digress.

Then someone else shows up and goes, “What? I wanted that. And it costs how much?”

Or

You think to yourself, “I want this. But I see it is going to cost extra, and I lack that in my budget.”

Have it in a suite you purchased, and Tada it’s there.

I’m a massive fan of suites.

What is a Learning Platform?

Well, it depends on how you—the vendor, the buyer/customer, or an analyst (yep, me included)—define it.

Could a learning platform be an LMS?

Sure.

Could it be a mentoring platform with LMS capabilities?

Sure.

I know of vendors who refuse to tag themselves as LMSs for whatever reason; many times, they see LMS as a big, scary word that they do not want to be affiliated with.

However, there are systems-learning platforms out there that mix LMS functionality with other functionality that they see as different from an LMS.

They are not wrong.

And therein lies the rub, says the bard (still one of my favorite lines ever).

How do I say, “Well, this is the #1 learning platform,” knowing that the vendor in question or vendors in question have LMS functionality, perhaps LXP functionality, and maybe a dash of mentoring or more than a dash of skills?

This goes back to a key feature of an LXP—a way too many that to a dash and say, “Look, we are an LXP.”

To this, I say, “Look, you are Ms. Dash (a U.S. product, which is to each their own taste).”

Can you equally have two vendors who qualify as the #1 Learning Platform for 2024?

Yes.

It’s called a tie.

One is #1 overall, as in the #1 Learning System—a mix of some features of an LMS and LXP and then a bit of this and that that stands out.

One is focused more on the customer training needs versus say a system that is more aligned to employees.

Who are they?

Learn Amp
Thought Industries

Who is the #1 LMS for 2024?

Cornerstone LMS

How did I decide?

For me, I looked at what are the core pieces of an LXP – and whether or not the vendor has it, plus the core functionality of an LMS and whether or not the vendor has it, and then where they are now, referred to as Tier 7.

Mentoring is part of Tier 7, for those keeping score.

What is tier 7? And where do I expect the next tier to hit – what other items?

A whole wonderful post next week – it’s not on the short side, hence, enjoy this micro post!

Bottom Line

It’s a short post this week.

I’m sure to the delight of many.

Which leads me back to what constitutes lemonade?

Sugar?

Lemons?

Or maybe

a Lime.

E-Learning 24/7

Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution

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Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution

Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made, disasters have been a fact of life since dinosaurs walked the earth. Today, financial crises, political instability, diseases, wars, and climate change are all taking their toll.

In 2023 alone, more than 86,000 people lost their lives to natural disasters. Catastrophes such as floods, droughts, wildfires, wars, earthquakes, and hurricanes displaced millions of people, causing untold suffering. The need for disaster preparedness has never been greater.

We can all play a part in helping those affected:

  • Support frontline charities with regular donations if you can afford it.
  • Become a blood donor to help those most in need in your community.
  • If you are a business or community leader, implement disaster preparedness policies.
  • Make peace, justice, and equality a priority in your sphere of influence. Peace and stability boost community resilience and recovery from disasters.
  • Sign up for an organ donation register if available where you live, giving others the gift of life.

Fiona R. has witnessed the impact of blood donations firsthand. “My husband needed multiple blood transfusions, and it was incredible to see his transformation. He was dying in front of my eyes, but with the transfusions, life was literally returning to his body. We are so grateful to everyone who donates blood – you have no idea how many lives you may be saving!”

Usually, the first responders in a crisis come from within the affected community. Rather than leaving it to professionals or waiting for external help, empower yourself and your community with free training starting today. Alison’s Disaster Preparedness courses can equip you to play your part: 

Free Crisis Management Courses

Do you know what to do in the event of a natural disaster such as an earthquake? What if a serious incident caused injuries to people around you? These free courses cover key areas for anyone facing natural or man-made disasters, including war. Whether you plan to work in international disaster relief or simply want to help build community resilience, these courses are packed with life-saving information. Register for your free account and begin learning today.

  • Wildfire Awareness and Risk Assessment – Learn about different types of wildfires, where they are likely to occur, and how to prepare. This course also covers safety guidelines, minimizing hazards, and what to do in the aftermath of a wildfire.
  • Earthquake Precautions and Safety Measures – Discover how to prepare for an earthquake with training for a range of scenarios. Learn how to handle aftershocks and respond effectively.
  • The Basics of Nuclear Survival – This course covers what to do before, during, and after an attack, including simple steps to stay safe. It also addresses fallout management and post-incident recovery. As Alison graduate Bella O. testifies: “Super easy to understand, and you learn so much from it. I loved it!”

Master First Aid

Emergencies can strike at any time, and being prepared can mean the difference between life and death. These first aid courses equip you with vital skills to respond to crises effectively. For community leaders, they also provide tools to train others and strengthen preparedness.

  • CPR, AED and First Aid – Gain vital skills with this certified Save a Life course by NHCPS. Learn first-aid kit essentials, personal protective equipment (PPE), scene safety, and how to handle common medical emergencies, injuries, and choking. Empower yourself to save lives today.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – Follow the latest 2020-2025 guidelines in basic life support and become NHCPS certified. Learn to check for responsiveness, use automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and provide care for adults, children, and infants. Topics include mouth-to-mask and mouth-to-mouth ventilation, as well as team-based rescue approaches.
  • First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide to Saving Lives – Master life-saving skills, from responding to environmental emergencies like hypothermia and heat stroke to treating allergic reactions, poisonings, bites, and stings. Learn to manage traumatic injuries, including burns, fractures, and bleeding. Enroll today to begin this certified Save a Life course.

With more than 4,500 free courses, Alison offers a wealth of training in topics useful during a crisis, from nursing to public health, food safety, and hygiene. Don’t wait for disaster to strike. Start learning today and be ready for anything!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What should I include in an emergency kit?

A. A basic emergency kit should include:

  • Water (at least one gallon per person per day)
  • Non-perishable food (canned goods, dried fruits, energy bars)
  • First aid supplies (bandages, pain relievers, medications)
  • Flashlights and extra batteries
  • A battery-powered or hand-crank radio
  • A whistle
  • Moist wipes, garbage bags, and plastic sheeting
  • Important documents (copies of identification, insurance, and medical records)
  • A list of emergency contacts
  • A map of the local area

Q. How can I make my home more disaster-resistant?

A. Look up advice specific to your local area. The following guidelines may be useful:

  • Secure furniture: Fasten shelves, cabinets, and appliances to the walls to prevent them from toppling over during an earthquake.
  • Trim trees and shrubs around your home: This reduces the risk of damage from falling branches during storms.
  • Install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms: Test them regularly and replace batteries as needed.
  • Reinforce windows and doors: Consider installing storm shutters or impact-resistant windows.
  • Clean gutters and drains: Prevent water damage by ensuring proper drainage around your home.

Q. Are Alison’s Disaster Management courses accredited?

A. All Alison courses are accredited by the independent UK body CPD. Many can prepare learners for industry exams. Read more here.

Q. Can I access the courses on my mobile device?

A. Yes, Alison courses are designed for flexibility and accessibility. Download the app to easily access and complete courses on your smartphone or tablet.

Main image by Royal Academy of Engineering; Nurse image by Geralt; Wildfire image by Steve PB; CPR image Manseok Kimall, all on Pixabay

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