Courses & Qualifications

Find the right course to start your trade career.

Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation

Level 2

This course covers the fundamentals of electrical installation including wiring systems, electrical science, health and safety, and building regulations. Hands-on training in purpose-built workshops prepares you for an apprenticeship or direct employment.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 The Manchester College

Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing

Level 2

Learn the fundamentals of plumbing including hot and cold water systems, central heating, drainage and sanitation. Practical training in realistic workshop environments alongside theory classes.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 The Manchester College

Electrical Installation Apprenticeship

Level 3

A comprehensive apprenticeship combining on-the-job training with an employer and regular college attendance. Covers all aspects of electrical installation from domestic to commercial work, culminating in the AM2 assessment.

4 years 路 City & Guilds / EAL
馃帗 JTL Training

Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship

Level 3

Learn plumbing and domestic heating installation through a structured apprenticeship. You will work with a qualified plumber while attending college to gain your Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications.

4 years 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 JTL Training

Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

Level 2

Develop core hairdressing skills including cutting, colouring, styling and client consultation in a professional salon environment. You will work on real clients and build a portfolio of work.

1 year (full-time) 路 VTCT / City & Guilds
馃帗 South Thames College

Fast-Track Hairdressing Diploma

Level 2

An accelerated route into hairdressing with intensive daily training in a working salon. Covers all Level 2 hairdressing units in a condensed timeframe. Ideal for those who want to start working as soon as possible.

6 months (intensive) 路 VTCT
馃帗 Alan d Hairdressing Academy

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery

Level 2

Learn professional cookery techniques in a commercial kitchen environment. Covers food preparation, cooking methods, food safety and kitchen management. Includes work placement in a professional kitchen.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 South Thames College

Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying

Level 2

Learn bricklaying techniques at the UK鈥檚 only specialist construction college. Covers brick and block laying, cavity walls, arches, and basic setting out. Extensive practical sessions in specialist workshops.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 Leeds College of Building

Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Level 2

Comprehensive carpentry training covering hand skills, power tool use, first and second fix work, and technical drawing. Purpose-built workshops at the UK鈥檚 only specialist construction college.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 Leeds College of Building

Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (Apprenticeship)

Level 3

Train as a dental nurse while working in a dental practice. This apprenticeship combines practical on-the-job training with study towards your Level 3 Diploma, leading to GDC registration as a qualified dental nurse.

18 months 路 NEBDN / City & Guilds
馃帗 NHS Health Careers

Level 3 Diploma in Pharmacy Technician (Apprenticeship)

Level 3

Train as a pharmacy technician through a structured apprenticeship in a hospital or community pharmacy. Covers dispensing, medicines management, pharmaceutical calculations and patient counselling.

2 years 路 Buttercups / Pharmacy Technician Education
馃帗 NHS Health Careers

Coded Welder Training Programme

Level 2-3

Intensive welding training covering MIG, MMA and TIG processes. Leads to coded welder certification to BS/EN standards. Ideal for those wanting to enter the welding industry quickly with recognised qualifications.

12-16 weeks (intensive) 路 TWI / CSCS
馃帗 BESC Welding Training

Commis Chef Apprenticeship

Level 2

Start your chef career with this apprenticeship placed with a leading hospitality employer. Learn professional cookery skills, food safety, and kitchen operations while earning a wage. Lifetime partners with hotel chains, restaurant groups and catering companies.

12-15 months 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 Lifetime Training

Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Level 2

Learn core beauty therapy skills including facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures and make-up application. Training takes place in a professional salon environment with real clients.

1 year (full-time) 路 VTCT
馃帗 South Thames College

Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Level 2

Learn vehicle maintenance and repair skills including engine technology, braking systems, suspension and vehicle electrics. Training uses modern vehicles and diagnostic equipment in purpose-built workshops.

1 year (full-time) 路 IMI / City & Guilds
馃帗 The Manchester College

Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating

Level 2

Develop professional painting and decorating skills including surface preparation, paint application, wallpapering and decorative techniques. Practical training in specialist workshops at the UK鈥檚 only construction college.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 Leeds College of Building

Level 3 Diploma in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

Level 3

Specialist training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and heat pump systems. Covers installation, maintenance, fault diagnosis and F-Gas refrigerant handling. Includes practical work on industry-standard equipment.

2 years 路 City & Guilds
馃帗 Leeds College of Building

Level 2 Diploma in Landscaping

Level 2

Learn hard and soft landscaping skills including patio laying, fencing, planting design, turfing and the use of landscaping machinery. Practical training in the college鈥檚 outdoor learning environment.

1 year (full-time) 路 City & Guilds / RHS
馃帗 The Manchester College