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Millions of learners around the world have used our free online courses to empower their lives and their communities. As one of the world’s largest free learning platforms for education and skills training, we’ve equipped tenacious self-starters like student Kelia Conteh Jr. in Sierra Leone and social entrepreneurs like Wahab ur Rehman, who is helping transform food hygiene in Pakistan. Read their inspirational stories and discover how we can support your educational or career journey too! This could be the beginning of your own success story!
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Tapon Mahamud Jony: “Alison has helped me significantly, especially since I included my certification in my resumé.”
“My name is Tapon Mahamud Jony. I have completed a Diploma, a Bachelor of Engineering and pursued a Masters’s degree in Business... Read More
Derrick Sefah: “Alison can give you what other platforms do not offer.”
“My name is Derrick Sefah from Ghana. I hold a Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply from the Koforidua Technical University. Due... Read More
Yunus Abubakar: “Alison has given me opportunities that no other institutions would give me.”
“My name is Yunus Abubakar, an experienced humanitarian with a history of working in the non-profit organisation management industry. I have a... Read More
Yasser Allaham: “The courses gave me the confidence I was looking for.”
“My name is Yasser Allaham. I am 36 years old. I am from Syria and I live in Damascus. I have a bachelor’s degree in Economics and a... Read More
Vincent Coffie Kuttu: “Alison offers free online courses to millions of learners.”
“My name is Vincent Coffie Kuttu and I’m from the Volta Region in Ghana. I studied Information Technology at the University of Cape... Read More
Tingai Jacob Habakkuk: “Through Alison courses I’ve been able to increase my career options.”
“My name is Tingai Jacob Habakkuk and I was born in Dar es Salaam. I am the 4th born child in a family of four children. My parents were not... Read More
Teodor Vladov: “Alison definitely helped my career a lot.”
“My name is Teodor Vladov. I’m a Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply qualified procurement professional, with over 15 years... Read More
Taiwo Afolayan: “Alison really put me on the right track in my career.”
“My name is Taiwo Afolayan. I am an Argitech (an Art & Digital Technologist), a blogger and a designer. I have more than 7 years of... Read More
Njideka Juliet Ikebude: “My first course with Alison landed me my desired promotion.”
“My name is Njideka Juliet Ikebude, a graduate of Geography and Environmental Management, BSc (Hons), University of Port Harcourt, Rivers... Read More
Mustapha Momoh Lamin: “Alison courses have improved my life and helped me to get a job.”
“My name is Mustapha Momoh Lamin, a Sierra Leonean. I am 38 years old. After high school, I went to a polytechnic college where I obtained a... Read More
Mark Bryant: “Alison courses are free, accredited, and legitimate. There is no excuse to not be educated!”
“My name is Mark Bryant and I live in Seattle, Washington. I’m a Silver Sneakers instructor, Certified Personal Trainer and a Certified... Read More
John Eihoda Mathias: “Alison has written its name in gold.”
“My name is John Eihoda Mathias. I’m a certified Human Resources practitioner and an IT solution provider with over a decade of work... Read More
Joel Morwe: “Through Alison, I study at my own pace and in my own space.”
“My name is Joel Morwe and I am from Botswana. I’m 45 years old, married and currently residing in Gaborone. I’m a former military... Read More
Eyakwe Philomina Wase: “Alison has encouraged me in the way I needed to be.”
“My name is Eyakwe Philomina Wase. I’m a high school graduate, a student of Information and Communication Technology and also a graduate... Read More
David Czuba: “Completing a course expresses to a potential employer that you’ve paid the dues of learning something that took effort.”
“I’m originally from Buffalo, New York, and I moved out west in 2004 for a better quality of life. My education started out in chemistry... Read More
Christian J. Jlatuh: “With a Diploma in HR from Alison, I went from being a secretary to being promoted to Assistant Head of HR.”
“I’m Christian J. Jlatuh, the first child of over fifteen children. I am married and have three daughters. I hold a BSc in Public... Read More
Chanbath Pektekchang: “Since I joined Alison online, I’ve prospered dramatically.”
“I was born in a village in my father’s land, Bentiu in Sout Sudan. It was a year of famine and three month later my mother died from a... Read More
Abdi Dika: “Since acquiring certificates from Alison, my employability has increased tenfold.”
“My name is Abdi Dika. I am a 30 year old journalist based in Kenya. I studied Mass Communication at the University of Nairobi. I currently... Read More
Billion Promise Agunia: “Alison offers an opportunity to empower oneself through quality education.”
“My name is Billion Promise Agunia and I’m from Nigeria. I was the last child born to a polygamous family in Rivers State. I studied Law at... Read More
Asega Luke Ombanya: “I was considered for an allowance because of my diploma certificate from Alison.”
“My name is Asega Luke Ombanya and I am 53 years old. I am from Uganda. I am currently working with the Uganda People’s Defence Forces.... Read MoreFeatured Posts
What is a Content Library? Main Features and Applications
September 5, 2025
In today’s workplaces, knowledge is abundant but often disorganised. Employees lose hours searching for resources scattered across email threads, shar...Read More
Gamification in the Workplace: Real Results from 56K+ Learners
August 15, 2025
Employee engagement isn’t just important; it’s vital. In today’s world of fast change and hybrid work, organisations must prioritise engagement to...Read More
Gamified Learning: How Organisations Can Boost Learning Engagement by 25%
August 12, 2025
Disengaged learners cost organisations millions in lost productivity, higher turnover, and stalled capability growth. According to Gallup, employee dise...Read More
How to Build a Daily Learning Habit (And Actually Stick to It)
August 11, 2025
We all want to learn more, grow faster, and keep upskilling. But let’s be honest, building a consistent learning habit is tough. Life gets busy, motiv...Read More
New Feature: Stay on Top of Your Mental Health with Regular Check-Ins
July 29, 2025
Work isn’t what it used to be. Roles are shifting, expectations are rising, and stress is showing up in new and unfamiliar ways. Now more than ever, i...Read More
Assessments: Identifying High-Potential Employees
June 6, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged that organisations must invest in their people to enable growth. Identifying and upskilling future leaders is cen...Read MorePopular Posts
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
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...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More