If you have been offered training in return for a pay cut it can be very confusing what step to take. Most companies, if they are willing to provide training need something back in return, many often ask for a pay cut, it can be a trivial amount but over the year can amount to a substantial sum. So is it worth it?

The answer to the question is really dependant on your circumstances; do you see yourself continuing working in your current sector? Would the training once complete lead to a substantial pay rise for you? Will it open other doors for you once your training is complete? These are all questions that require serious thought. If you see yourself staying in the same line of work then it may well be worth a pay cut for you to learn extra skills that will in the future result in a better career for you. However, if you see your job as a stop gap for you and not something that you will continue with then it may be best to turn the offer down.

The thing to take away is that any sort of training looks good on your CV, and often many skills learnt in training can be transferred to other jobs and could make you more attractive to a future employer. You should find out exactly what is included in the training and finding out how it will benefit you in the future.