We provide high quality, training in business skills, IT and mandatory courses as well as an extensive range of professional development programmes and vocational courses which are applicable to a broad range of business sectors. These are delivered via a blended learning approach through our network of training centres, on site at the client's premises or remotely online.

Our team will work with you to understand your training needs and develop the best tailor-made solution. Each course is accompanied by a comprehensive training guide and on successful completion of the course, each delegate will receive a certificate of attendance. Our business skills courses are designed to improve productivity and efficiency; themes include:

  • Leadership and management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Business writing
  • Customer service

Bespoke training programmes

Our team can develop courses from tailored Microsoft Office courses through to complex training programmes for bespoke IT systems. Whether you require standard soft skills, tailored management development programmes or skills to deliver one-off events, our team is innovative, imaginative and committed to developing the right training for you.

Bite sized courses

Our Bite-Sized courses help alleviate the pressure of time and budgetary constraints. These modular workshops allow a ‘mix and match’ approach to target specific skills gaps for individuals or teams. Durations range from two hours to half days.

Distance learning

We offer an extensive range of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) certified and Level 2 courses which are designed to be studied online, at work or at home and at the individual's own pace. Some examples of our courses are listed below.

CPD certified courses including:

  • Alcohol Awareness
  • Dementia Awareness
  • Discipline in the Workplace
  • Food Safety Awareness

Level 2 courses including:

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles for Digital Skills in Employment
  • Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills
  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Some of our short courses, including those on the themes of Food Safety, Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety and Mental Health Awareness are mandatory. 

To see a full course listing, to register your interest or to apply to study with us visit https://its.theskillsnetwork.com/

Finance and funding

Many of our courses are fully funded but for those which are not, students aged 19 or older and living in England may be eligible to access full funding for courses up to Level 2. Read more about finance and funding.

*Due to national COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, we may not be able to deliver all of our usual courses at our training centres or face-to-face.