
What Are Skills Bootcamps?
Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses lasting up to 16 weeks. They’re designed to fit around your existing commitments and give you the skills that employers are actively hiring for.
You can train in a wide range of sectors, including:
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Digital – data engineering, software development, marketing
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Technical – construction, engineering
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Green – EV maintenance, heat pump technology
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Health & Social Care – care management, well-being
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HGV Driving – whether you're new or returning to the profession
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Business & Administration – project management, insurance
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Early Years – child development, health & safety, and fast-track apprenticeships
Who Can Apply?
To enrol, you must:
Most Skills Bootcamps have no formal entry requirements. However, some may need you to have specific qualifications or experience, which will be listed in the course details.
Courses Delivered by PDT:
HGV Skills Bootcamp (West of England)
Helping new and returning drivers gain their HGV licence and build long-term careers in logistics.
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Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing Bootcamp (West of England)
Upskilling individuals for technical roles in modern manufacturing, with a focus on innovation and hands-on learning.
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