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WHY CHOOSE PITMAN TRAINING BASINGSTOKE

This is my business so your success is important to me. 17 years ago I was you and I needed to update my skills as I had been away from the office environment for some time. I found a training centre just like mine and started to retrain. I then went on to work in various temping roles including Office Manager/Medical Secretary. I have a Diploma in Teaching IT and an OCR (Oxford, Cambridge & RSA) Advanced Secretarial Diploma.

I loved the Pitman Training approach so much that 12 years ago I started working for the company, and then eventually 3 years ago opened my own Centre in Basingstoke.

I treat everyone who comes to the centre as individuals with individual goals and ambitions and I will give you all the help you need to obtain these. I am in close contact with the local recruitment agencies and will advice you at what point of your training you should visit them. Making sure you are well prepared to take their tests.

If your still not sure... why not click on the STUDENTS SAY tab and find out what they have to say.

We have a wide range of courses and diplomas and can put together a package to suit your requirements. So whether you are looking for a career change, taking a gap year or returning to work we can help you on your road to a successful 2010.

For more information call Monica on 01256 478914 to book an appointment where we can sit and discuss how we can help you achieve your goals.

The Benefits of Pitman Training:
Practical,work focused Skills to improve your career and increase your earning potential.
Study Full or Part-Time
Work at your own pace with qualified tutors to help you all the way.
Start any time you like.

Pitman Training offers a broad range of courses in Secretarial, IT, Book-keeping and Office Skills. We have the very best courses such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Shorthand, Basic Book-keeping, Sage Line 50, Sage Payroll, A+ and many more. Whether you are looking for a part time course to improve your skills, a full time course to assist a career change, or need skills to return to the workplace after a break we will be able to design a programme to suit your needs. You can choose to train on the days and at times which suit you best, including evenings and weekends. You learn at your own pace in a relaxed and non-competitive environment with experienced tutors on hand at all times.

Our centre is conveniently located on London Street, on the first floor above Martin & Co letting agency, just along from the Post Office.



Opening Hours

Mon: 10 am to 5 pm
Tue: 10 am to 5 pm
Wed: 10 am to 5 pm
Thu: 10 am to 8 pm (closed between 4 & 5 pm)
Fri: 10am to 4 pm
Sat: 10 am - 1 pm by appointment
Sun: Closed

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PITMAN FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS

Pitman Training Diplomas and Courses can be paid in a number of ways

*Cash     *Credit/Debit Card    *BACs     *Standing Order

If you wish to pay monthy for your training, this will need to be set up as a standing order with your bank.  We have the paperwork at the centre for this.

For more information, call 01256 478914 

 

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STUDENTS SAY..

  Charlotte Carter - Legal Secretarial Diploma  I am currently at Pitmans studying for a Legal Secretarial Diploma. The course content is great so is the atmosphere at my training centre, everyone is so helpful and Monica my supervisor is amazing and always on hand to help, I can't wait to finish my course and am so optimistic about the future as i know i will be getting lots of help with my CV and job hunting!!!! Thanks Monica your a star!!! Charlotte Carter Reading, Berkshire Jane Reynolds - Fast Track Microsoft Office Skills Diploma  I completed the Fast Track Diploma this Summer. I found the courses well constructed and easy to follow. The workbooks are relevant and a good reference source. I would particularly like to thank Monica, who was welcoming and well-iniformed at all times. She was always available and helpful. She made the learning environment happy and enthusiastic. I miss going to Pitmans every day.
Jane Reynolds
Odiham, Hampshire.

Executive PA Diploma  - Sandy Loureiro

Having recently moved from Portugal to the UK, I found it difficult to apply for jobs as I didn’t feel I had enough experience.

 

Luckily, I came across Pitman Training through an advert in the Basingstoke newspaper and decided to do the Executive PA Diploma which covered subjects such as the Microsoft Office 2003 to Expert level .

 

I had never done computer training before but I must say, that I really enjoyed the self paced method of learning as it is flexible, and enabled me to progress at my own pace and work around any personal commitments.

 

The course has a wide range of useful and relevant information that can be applied to any type of job, plus the workbooks which are supplied to the students are very helpful for further reference.  The trainers at the centre are extremely friendly, accommodating and always available to give assistance or advice.

 

 

The training has helped give me a lot of the practical knowledge I needed, like audio/touch typing and shorthand, but more importantly it gave me confidence in myself and the ability to go out and get a job.  I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Pitman and I would recommend it to anyone interested in gaining first class administrative skills.

 

 

Medical Secretary Diploma  - Tracey Cederstrom

 

I decided to study for my Medical Secretary Diploma while working for myself and being around while my daughter finished her final year at school.

 

With a view to embarking on a new career after having been a part time worker and mum for the past 16 years it was a bit scary.

 

I was introduced to Monica at Pitman's, in whom I found the answers to all my questions, even the trivial ones. Not being the most confident of people it was easy to ask questions and not feel embarrassed as I was put at ease by Monica's warm, friendly approach.

 

The course was extremely informative giving excellent audio tuition as well as first hand help and advice from Monica and the team at Pitman's. All the subjects are very up to date, in fact some were only updated a week before I took them.

 

Having completed my course with a Distinction in my Diploma as well as OCR level III qualifications, which I was encouraged to obtain, I was so hooked that I went back to Pitman's in Basingstoke and took a further course in Legal Secretarial skills. This course was fantastic as it took me through case studies and gave a good basic grounding and insight.

 

Overall I have found the whole experience an enjoyable one, the courses are easy to understand and interactive, which is a bonus when learning the Microsoft Office 2003 packages as you get instant results.

 

I would thoroughly recommend this way of learning, certainly if like me you have been out of the working environment for a while and need the confidence to return. With the Pitman courses you decide what pace you work at, how and when you attend but you are also rewarded with on going achievements as you pass each stage of the course.

 

 

 

Microsoft Office Plus Diploma  - Sally Lewis - Packaging STM, Eli Lilly

 I am a working mother of two and have a husband who also works longs hours. This course has been extremely flexible causing minimum disruption to my outside life.

 

The tutors are friendly and knowledgeable and you are learning in a very relaxed atmosphere. It's nothing like being in a classroom.  All in all I would recommend this to anyone interested in learning new skills but does not have the opportunity to do a full time college course.

 

Excel 2003  - John Brewer

I have worked for Eli Lilly for over 30 years, most of the time in manufacturing, running, cleaning and setting up machinery.  So it was a surprise when I had won a course with Pitman Training.

 

At the time I thought they had picked the wrong person, I hardly use the computer at home.  When I went to see Monica at Pitman Training I was apprehensive of what happens next.  We sat down in her office and discussed my options.  I chose Microsoft Office Excel 2003 with Monica's help.

 

You learn at your own pace, listening to the commentary, if you have a problem Monica and her staff are there to help you and in my case that was quite a lot!  The training centre itself is a quiet and relaxing place to learn, sometimes you feel that you are alone, but there could be 3 or 4 people studying at the same time.

 

Monica herself always greets you when you turn up, asking how you are feeling today.  Just a nice social chit-chat, a relaxing start to studying and learning.  Monica and her staff are there to encourage and help you as you learn.

 

All I have done through my working life is take the odd internal course when needed.  Taking this course has helped me show more interest and opened my eyes to other things, which could be beneficial to my future.

 

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Women Returners

Every day I speak to women of all ages whose confidence has taken a knock due to a variety of reasons. Some, left school with no qualifications and many have degrees but have been out of the workforce due to family commitments and others simply feel left behind or stuck in a rut. 

 

25 plus years ago the thinking for women was so different.  We learnt skills so that we could gain employment but we always knew that somewhere in the future we would marry and have children.  That our career would go on hold to bring them up.  Today the pressures are different, the cost of living is higher so the need to gain qualifications is much more important.  Every job you look at is asking you for good Microsoft Office Skills, that you can communicate effectively, audio transcription, shorthand and the list goes on...


Now is the Time to Change

 

The first step for anyone interested in making that change, is a FREE one-to-one session. During this meeting you will be able to talk about your concerns, previous experiences of learning and the life changes you want to make. This will help me to recommend the best course to suit your personality, ability and aspirations.

 

Pitman Training courses are not like going back to school. You are learning in a flexible, non-competitive and self-paced method environment without the pressure of a traditional classroom. You are provided with a workbook, gain a Pitman Certificate for every course you take and can choose the study times that suit you best. A tutor is always on hand to answer your questions and provide you with support and encouragement.

 

Unlike traditional colleges and evening classes, the Pitman Training approach to learning means that you can start whenever you’re ready and fit your study times around work or family ties. Our courses are superb quality and lead to a recognised qualification.’ 

 

We firmly believe that learning new skills in a friendly and supportive environment is a really positive first step.

 

So Don’t Delay call us TODAY  01256 478914  to book an appointment for your FREE consultation. 

Gap Year

Whether University is for you or not, Pitman Training Basingstoke specialises in getting you the skills you need to gain temporary or permanent roles as an administrator/secretary, accounts assistant, customer services and much more.  

 

Maybe you've just finished studying or are looking to take your Degree in

   

Sometimes even having A Levels doesn’t always get you the job you desire.  At Pitman Training Basingstoke we look at finding you another way in the door.  Most positions now require an excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office software and good keyboard ability.  Pitman Training Basingstoke is offering a FREE touch typing course to all Gap Year students with every Fast-Track Microsoft Skills Diploma.  This Diploma provides you with the vital IT skills and professional office skills training to improve your employment opportunities and ensure you become a valuable asset to any business.

 

Once at University just think how useful it would be if you could touch type your notes, keep up with lecturers by being able take shorthand (Teeline Fast course available), put together the perfect PowerPoint presentation.

 

Recruitment Agencies are looking for people who can touch type at 60 wpm and audio transcription skills.  Diplomas take from as little as 3 to 18 weeks to complete if studying full time.  Just think of the money you could be earning to finance that trip you're planning to take before starting your degree.  Once at university think of those long holidays where you could be temping in a Law firm, Accounts office etc and maybe have a position guaranteed for you when they finish your degree.  

Call Monica on 01256 478914 to book an appointment for a free consultation.

Did You Know?

 

There are so many time saving tricks you can learn.

 

So why not give us a call to arrange your training on 01256 478914

COMPANIES

Some of the companies who have trained at Basingstoke.

The AA

GAME Virgin Media Assura Group Ltd HG Capital Scottish & Newcastle Advanced Engineering Tenon Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital Brain Chase Coles Imagine Homes Business Development UKAEA Devices Clinical Thornford Park Hospital G & B Electronics Design Ltd Anthos London Ltd Eli Lilly Rio Tinot Minerals Development

EnterpriseMouchel

   

Benefits

At PITMAN Training Basingstoke we help people achieve their DREAMS

 

Administrator jobs                            £14 -18k  

HR Administrator Jobs                     £20k

Legal Secreatary Jobs                       £18 – 22k

Executive PA Jobs                            £22-30k

Recepitonist Jobs                              £13 – 20k

Sales Administrator                           £16- 28k

Secretarial jobs                                £16- 25k

 

Network Administrator                    £18- 35k

Technical Consultants                       £40- 50k           

(ask about our technical courses)

 

At PITMAN Training Basingstoke we have the courses/diplomas to get you to your goal, all you need is the enthusiasm and dedication to realise your dream.

 

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To find out more about how we can help you call 01256 478914

 

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Career Change

Whether your working in Retail, Nursing, Industrial its never to late for you to learn new skills and change your direction.

 

No matter what career path you choose, you will find that employers are looking for staff who are IT literate and know Microsoft Office Packages.  You will always see the words, must be able to use Word, Excel, Powerpoint, the Internet and Email.   They may ask for typing skills and audio transcription.

 

At Pitman Training Basingstoke we offer a wide range of courses and diplomas. 

 

Call today 01256 478914 to book an appointment so that we can discuss your previous experiences and your overall goals and look at how we can help you get there.