Professional Digital Education · United Kingdom

Learning that fits
real life,
not a sales pitch.

Dexivano is a UK-based education platform for adults who want to develop genuine digital skills, explore new professional directions, and do so at a pace that works for them — without exaggerated promises or high-pressure tactics.

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Choose an area that resonates with you and we'll point you towards a structured learning track that matches. There are no right or wrong choices — just starting points.

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The Learning Journey

How skills develop over time

Skill development is rarely linear, but it follows recognisable phases. Understanding what to expect at each stage helps you stay consistent when progress feels slower than you'd like.

Phase 1 — Weeks 1–4

Orientation & Foundation

You're learning the language of a new field. Everything feels unfamiliar, which is entirely expected. The priority is exposure and building a mental map — not mastery.

Phase 2 — Months 1–3

Building Core Knowledge

Concepts begin to connect. You're applying what you've learnt and starting to spot patterns. Some things click; others still require patience. This is the most critical phase for consistency.

Phase 3 — Months 3–6

Practical Application

You're working on real tasks and beginning to understand what you don't yet know — which is a sign of genuine progress. Confidence grows through doing, not just reading.

Phase 4 — Months 6–12

Consolidation & Direction

Skills solidify. You're able to articulate what you can do and where you want to develop further. At this stage, the investment in consistent learning becomes clearly visible.

Phase 5 — Beyond Year One

Professional Identity

Your skills become part of how you work and how you present yourself. Career direction becomes clearer, not because of a single course, but because of sustained, honest effort over time.

What We Offer

Structured learning programmes

Each programme is designed with adult learners in mind — built around real schedules, honest expectations, and incremental progress rather than overambitious promises.

Digital Foundations Programme

12 Weeks · Self-Paced

A thorough introduction to the digital landscape, designed for adults with little or no prior experience. Covers fundamental computing concepts, digital literacy, file management, basic data skills, and professional communication tools — all taught through practical exercises rather than theory alone.

  • Foundational computing and internet literacy
  • Introduction to productivity suites and cloud tools
  • Digital safety, privacy, and data awareness
  • Basic data organisation and spreadsheet skills
  • Professional online communication principles
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Career Transition Strategy Course

8 Weeks · Guided

A structured thinking framework for adults who are considering a change in professional direction. This course does not promise outcomes — it provides tools, frameworks, and structured exercises to help you think more clearly about where you are, where you want to go, and what is genuinely required to move in that direction.

  • Career audit and professional values mapping
  • Researching realistic routes into new fields
  • Skills gap analysis and learning planning
  • Managing the transition period practically
  • Building a credible professional narrative
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Practical Skills Bootcamp

4 Weeks · Intensive

A focused, hands-on programme for adults who already have foundational knowledge and want to develop a specific practical skill within a structured timeframe. Available in several tracks including digital marketing fundamentals, content creation, and business operations.

  • Hands-on project work from day one
  • Weekly feedback from an experienced facilitator
  • Clear milestones and assessment points
  • Access to a curated resource library
  • Small cohort format for peer learning
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Personal Learning Blueprint Session

1-to-1 · 90 Minutes

A focused one-to-one session with a Dexivano advisor, designed to help you create a realistic, personalised learning plan. Suitable for those who are unsure where to start or who want to sense-check their existing direction before investing more time or resources.

  • Honest assessment of your starting position
  • Clarifying your goals and learning constraints
  • A bespoke 90-day learning outline
  • Resource and programme recommendations
  • Written summary provided within 48 hours
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All Dexivano programmes are educational in nature. Results depend entirely on individual effort, time invested, and personal circumstances. We do not guarantee any specific career or professional outcomes.

Our Commitments

What we believe about education

We built Dexivano around a simple conviction: that adult learners deserve clear, honest communication — not inflated claims designed to trigger a purchase.

Honest Expectations

We never promise career transformations, income levels, or guaranteed outcomes. Learning takes time, effort, and the right personal circumstances — all of which vary from person to person.

Realistic Timelines

Meaningful skill development happens over months and years, not weekends. Our programmes reflect this reality and encourage consistent, sustainable learning rather than cramming.

No Pressure Tactics

We don't use countdown timers, false scarcity, or high-pressure sales techniques. If our programmes are right for you, we trust you'll recognise that without artificial urgency.

Marketing Transparency

Where we advertise, we clearly identify ourselves as an educational provider. We do not use misleading headlines, exaggerated testimonials, or deceptive before-and-after comparisons.

Content-First Approach

We publish educational articles, guides, and resources that are useful regardless of whether you enrol with us. Our content exists to inform, not merely to funnel people towards a product.

Learner Wellbeing

We recognise that adult learners often juggle significant responsibilities. Our support approach reflects that — with flexibility, patience, and an absence of shame around setbacks.

Learner Experiences

What our learners say

Honest accounts from people who have completed Dexivano programmes. Results, experiences, and timelines vary — these are individual perspectives, not promises.

★★★★★

"I'd tried a few online learning platforms before Dexivano and always found them either too rushed or too heavy on motivational fluff. What I found here was something more grounded — clear structure, reasonable expectations, and content that actually assumed I was a thinking adult."

Margaret H.

Completed the Digital Foundations Programme · Leeds

★★★★★

"The Career Transition Strategy Course didn't promise to change my life overnight, which is exactly why I trusted it. It helped me think far more clearly about what I actually wanted versus what I thought I should want. Six months later, I'm genuinely further along than I expected."

David C.

Completed Career Transition Strategy Course · Bristol

★★★★☆

"As someone returning to professional life after a few years away, I was nervous about the pace. The team were patient and the materials were genuinely well-structured. I won't pretend it was always easy, but I stuck with it and I'm in a much stronger position now than I was before."

Sarah T.

Completed Practical Skills Bootcamp · Manchester

★★★★★

"I booked the Personal Learning Blueprint Session on a bit of a whim and it turned out to be one of the more useful hours I've spent. The advisor was direct, practical, and didn't try to sell me anything I didn't need. I came away with a clear, honest plan — which is all I wanted."

James P.

Personal Learning Blueprint Session · Edinburgh

★★★★★

"What I appreciated most was that the programme acknowledged from the start that learning alongside full-time work is genuinely difficult. There were no guilt trips when I fell behind — just practical advice on how to get back on track. That kind of honesty matters."

Priya M.

Completed Digital Foundations Programme · Birmingham

★★★★☆

"I was sceptical — I'd been burned by overhyped online courses before. Dexivano felt different from the first conversation. The content is practical, the expectations are clear, and they're not trying to make you feel like failure is impossible. That kind of realism is refreshing."

Robert K.

Completed Practical Skills Bootcamp · Sheffield

The People Behind Dexivano

Meet the team

A small, experienced team of educators and digital professionals based in York, committed to building something honest and genuinely useful.

Jonathan Rees

Jonathan Rees

Founder & Director

Over fifteen years in adult education and digital training. Jonathan founded Dexivano with a clear brief: create the platform he wished had existed when he was navigating his own career transition.

Claire Whitfield

Claire Whitfield

Head of Curriculum

Claire brings a background in instructional design and adult learning theory. She oversees all programme content, ensuring it remains practical, current, and honestly sequenced for real-world learners.

Marcus Okafor

Marcus Okafor

Digital Skills Facilitator

Marcus leads the Practical Skills Bootcamp programme. A former software developer turned educator, he brings genuine industry experience into the classroom without the jargon that often alienates new learners.

Helen Barrow

Helen Barrow

Learner Support Lead

Helen is the first point of contact for enrolled learners. Her background in guidance counselling means she approaches support conversations with genuine empathy and practical, constructive advice.

"The most reliable shortcut in learning is the one that goes through genuine effort rather than around it."

— Dexivano Editorial

"A clear-eyed understanding of where you are today is worth more than an optimistic vision of where you might be tomorrow."

— Dexivano Curriculum Notes

"Learning something properly takes the time it takes. Rushing the foundation rarely speeds up the building."

— Dexivano Editorial

"Consistency in the ordinary days is what separates those who develop skills from those who merely discover them."

— Dexivano Curriculum Notes

Educational Reading

From the Dexivano editorial team

Practical, honest articles about digital skills, career transition, and adult learning — published because we believe good content should be freely available.

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How to Choose a New Career Direction Thoughtfully

Changing professional direction is rarely a single decision — it's a process. This article walks through a practical framework for thinking it through carefully, without rushing to conclusions.

8 min read March 2025

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Most of our programmes are designed for adults with little or no prior digital experience. The Digital Foundations Programme is specifically built for beginners. The Practical Skills Bootcamp assumes some foundational knowledge, which we'll clarify at the enquiry stage to ensure the programme is a sensible fit.

It varies by programme. The Digital Foundations Programme is designed for roughly four to six hours per week. The Practical Skills Bootcamp is more intensive at eight to ten hours. We're transparent about this from the start because we believe your time is valuable and should be planned for carefully.

No — and we'd encourage caution with any provider that does. Career outcomes depend on many factors outside our control: job market conditions, personal circumstances, the quality of your application process, and the time you invest. What we can offer is well-structured learning that genuinely develops your skills. What you do with those skills is your own story to write.

Life happens. We handle these situations on a case-by-case basis and always aim to be fair. Our refund policy is clearly published on this website, and we encourage you to read it before enrolling. We'd rather you make a properly informed decision than feel misled later.

Currently, all Dexivano programmes are delivered online. Materials are accessible via a simple digital platform, and sessions — where relevant — take place via video call. We're based in York but work with learners across the UK.

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