FREE courses in green construction, welding, and healthcare to help adults develop in-demand skills that lead to higher-paid roles within growing sectors.
SKILLS BOOTCAMPS
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Part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee to help everyone gain skills for life. Our Skills Bootcamps are shaped with employers to respond to their skills shortages and are aimed at those aged 19+ who are:
- unemployed
- self-employed
- returning to work or
- independent learners looking to advance their skills into higher-paid employment in sectors and jobs that are more resilient to changing economic conditions.
Skills Bootcamp in Welding
Discover the perfect welding course tailored for individuals seeking to master highly sought-after welding skills, whether at beginner or advanced level. Our comprehensive program is designed to equip you with the expertise required to meet the ever-growing demand in the manufacturing industry, opening doors to a rewarding career as a skilled welder.
Regardless of your prior experience in welding, our course is suitable for both novices and professionals already working in the sector. Embrace the opportunity to embark on a transformative journey and unlock your potential in the world of welding.
Register your interest here.
We are running an Introduction to Welding Skills Bootcamp and an Advanced Welding Skills Bootcamp.
The following topics will be covered:
- health and safety in an engineering environment
- correct use of MMA/MIG welding via an augmented reality welder
- Correct use of MMA/MIG welding equipment
- intro to TIG welding
- using welding equipment to carry out different types of welded joints
- employability suite of online learning.
On successful completion of the Bootcamp, you will have an interview with a local engineering/manufacturing company.
Skills Bootcamp in EV & Charging Infrastructure
The Skills Bootcamp in EV and Charging Infrastructure is an intensive programme designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to install, inspect, and maintain electric vehicle charge points (EVCPs) in line with UK regulations. Delivered by industry-qualified professionals, the course is based on the nationally recognised EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Points. Practical training, including testing protocols and smart charging, ensures learners gain the confidence and competence to perform safely and effectively in real-world roles.
Register your interest here.
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- Introduction to EV Charging Infrastructure: Overview of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), health and safety considerations, and site readiness checks.
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Domestic and On-Street Installation Standards: Key requirements for installations in homes, residential streets, and public settings.
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Commercial Charging Installations: Planning, testing, and commissioning of larger-scale systems in workplaces and retail spaces.
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Inspection, Testing & Commissioning: Safe system set-up, fault finding, and compliance with IET Wiring Regulations
Skills Bootcamp in Renewables and Solar Energy
The Skills Bootcamp in Renewables and Solar Energy is designed to rapidly upskill learners for employment in the fast-growing solar PV and battery storage sectors. Delivered over 60 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), the programme combines two accredited level 3 qualifications:
- EAL Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems
- EAL Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation and Commissioning of Electrical Energy Storage Systems
Together, these qualifications provide the knowledge and practical skills needed to install, commission, and maintain integrated solar and battery storage systems in line with industry standards.
Register your interest here.
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Solar PV Module
- Safety, planning, and regulatory compliance.
- DC/AC principles, circuit protection, and earthing.
- PV system components & configurations (roof-mounted & ground-mounted).
- System design and efficiency calculations.
- Hands-on training including cable installation, weatherproofing, and inverter connection.
Battery Storage / Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) Module
- Statutory legislation & health and safety protocols.
- Battery technologies including lithium-ion & lead-acid (chemistry, safety, degradation).
- EESS design, specification & site assessment.
- Installation, inspection, and testing.
- Customer handover best practice.
Coaching & Mentoring in the Health Care Sector
This 10-week Coaching and Mentoring Skills Bootcamp, aligned to Level 3, is designed to equip healthcare professionals with essential coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills that are immediately applicable within their place of employment. Delivery will be contextualised using real-world challenges and lived experience from the healthcare sector, allowing participants to apply theory to practice immediately. This Skills Bootcamp is aimed at those already employed in the healthcare sector.
Register your interest here.
- Introduction to coaching and mentoring in a healthcare context, including key principles and ethical considerations.
- Foundations of leadership, including styles and behaviours relevant to healthcare teams.
- Use of coaching models and frameworks (e.g. GROW) to support staff development.
- Development of key communication skills, such as active listening, effective questioning, and giving feedback.
- Techniques for motivating and engaging teams within a healthcare environment.
- Goal setting and action planning to support individual and team performance.
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of a mentor in healthcare.
- Strategies for managing challenges, including performance issues and difficult conversations.
- Using coaching to support staff wellbeing and resilience.
- Integrating coaching and mentoring into daily practice to strengthen team dynamics and leadership culture.
- Final reflection and development of a personal action plan for applying learning in the workplace.
Interview with a local employer
Upon successful completion of the course we will arrange for you to attend a job interview with a local employer. This will give you the opportunity to showcase a portfolio which will be created as part of your course and with your new skills, you will be able to stand out against other candidates being interviewed for the live vacancy.
Are you an employer looking to upskill your employees?
Whether you want to know how much an apprentice earns or what qualifications an appreciate could get, we have the answers!
If you are interested in using Skills Bootcamps to upskill current employees, you will be expected to contribute to the cost of training. Large employers will contribute 30% of the cost, and small or medium employers (SMEs – fewer than 250 staff) will contribute 10%.
Employers: Contact our Skills Bootcamp team
Get in touch for more information by emailing bootcamps@cityplym.ac.uk.
