The document summarizes the findings of two surveys conducted by SCIE (Social Care Institute for Excellence) in 2006 and 2009-2010 on the e-readiness of social care employers and employees in the UK. The surveys found that while employees were largely ready for e-learning, many employers still lacked the necessary cultural and technological resources. Barriers to the growth of e-learning included a lack of IT access, available resources, and support. However, attitudes towards e-learning were increasingly positive due to its flexibility and cost benefits if good quality resources could be provided.