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Skills Bootcamps: Fast-Track to Employment and Career Growth

 

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What are Skills Bootcamps?

Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses designed to help adults gain in-demand skills, tailored to employer and sector needs. They’re a great opportunity to train in a new industry or progress in your current career.

These courses are part of the Government’s Skills for Life programme and are proudly funded by Essex County Council and the Department for Education (DfE).

To be eligible to apply for a Skills Bootcamp, you must:

  • Be aged 19 or over
  • Have the right to work in the UK
  • Be a resident of Greater Essex (if you reside outside of Greater Essex but are employed within Greater Essex you may still be eligible for funding)

How do I apply for a Skills Bootcamp?

To apply, simply choose one of our Skills Bootcamp courses and complete the online application form.

If you’d like more information or have any questions, our friendly Admissions Team is here to help:

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Skills Bootcamps for Employers

Employers can enrol their existing staff onto Skills Bootcamps to help address skills gaps within their organisation. A co-investment model applies, requiring employers to contribute 10% of the cost if they have fewer than 250 employees, or 30% if they have more than 250 employees.


Our Skills Bootcamps: 

Skills Bootcamp in Air Source Heat Pump Installation

Future-proof your career with our Skills Bootcamp in Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Installation — a practical and industry-focused course designed to give you the skills and qualifications needed to meet the growing demand for renewable heating solutions.

Skills Bootcamp in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance

As the automotive industry evolves, the demand for skilled technicians who can safely service and maintain electric and hybrid vehicles continues to grow. This combined Level 2 and Level 3 course is ideal for individuals who want to gain the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to work confidently and safely with electric and hybrid vehicle systems.

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  • Level: 2 & 3
  • Study Mode: Part-time
  • Start Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026

Skills Bootcamp in Health and Social Care

With an ageing population and increasing demand for compassionate, skilled carers, this course is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in health and social care. You’ll gain the essential knowledge, practical experience, and confidence to provide specialist care for vulnerable people of all ages - whether in care homes, hospices, or other social care settings.

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