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Skills Bootcamps
Skills Bootcamps are free*, flexible courses to help develop your skills.
Are you 19 or older and considering a new career or advancement in your current role?
Our Skills Bootcamps offer flexible courses up to 16 weeks long, providing eligible adults with training that guarantees a job interview or career progression support.
Partnering with employers, providers, and local authorities, these bootcamps address local skills demands and help people secure better jobs.
And the best part? These short courses are FREE* for those looking to upskill or change careers.
Who are Skills Bootcamps for?
Skills Bootcamps are designed for individuals with a solid understanding of their chosen subject, as the courses are offered at intermediate and advanced levels (levels 3 to 5).
- Self-employed? These courses can help you enhance your career and secure more work.
- Employer? Skills Bootcamps provide a valuable opportunity for your employees to upskill.
To be eligible for our Skills Bootcamps, you must be aged 19 or older, live in the Tees Valley and currently unemployed or employed and earning less than £33,210 per annum.
Are they completely free?
For independent and self-employed learners who meet the eligibility requirements, these courses are fully funded.
However, if you’re an employer looking to use Skills Bootcamps to train your workforce, a small contribution is required. We’ll provide more details upon receiving your enquiry.
Is the course content up to date?
Absolutely. Our courses are developed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure they meet current industry standards. We regularly review and update our content, and we also involve employers in the process. This ensures that what you learn is always up to date and can be applied in your work immediately.
We currently offer Skills Bootcamps in:
- Electrical Vehicle Maintenance
- Process Technology
- Digital Marketing
- Welding
- Childcare
- Preparing to Teach
- Construction Site Supervisor
- Information Advice Guidance
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Industry Safety Management Systems
- Electrical Inspection and Testing
You can contact our team to find out more about our Skills Bootcamps! Call 01642 333378 or email adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk, or complete the form below.: