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Celebrating Achievement, Self-Belief and Community in Newcastle The Pitman Training Newcastle Graduation Ceremony 2025 was a proud and deeply meaningful celebration of achievement, resilience and belief. Held on Saturday 15 November at the historic Common Room in Newcastle, the event brought together graduates, their families, friends and supporters to mark the completion of journeys shaped by ... Read more

Celebrating Achievement, Community and City Pride The Pitman Training Manchester Graduation Ceremony 2025 marked a defining moment of achievement, community spirit, and Mancunian pride. Hosted at the historic Manchester Hall, the event brought together graduates, families, friends, and distinguished guests to celebrate dedication, resilience, and the life-changing impact of professional skills training in Manchester. Watch ... Read more

Arman Khan walked into our Glasgow centre at seventeen and completed his AAT qualification while still at school. Most teenagers are focused on A levels, friends, weekend plans, or what to watch on Netflix. He was thinking about his career. ‘I wanted to develop my skills before everyone else,’ he told us. Not to catch up ... Read more

AI Prompts That Help You Stand Out and Get Noticed Sending out CV after CV with no response? You’re not alone. The issue isn’t your career history – it’s how you’re presenting it. These AI prompts work like having a career coach in your corner, helping you present your experience in ways that make employers ... Read more

World Emoji Day 2025: From Shorthand to Symbols – How Quick Communication Has Changed Today, 17 July 2025, marks the twelfth annual World Emoji Day.  At first glance, you might wonder what a celebration of digital symbols has to do with the business training we’ve been providing for generations. Yet there’s a very real connection ... Read more

Going back to work after a break can be daunting at the best of times. However, as a new mum who has taken time away from work to raise a family, it can be especially challenging. You’re returning to your old life with a whole new set of priorities, hopes and concerns – which is ... Read more

You don't need to spend years at university to gain graphic designer qualifications. We show you how in this article.

We share some interesting facts about qwerty keyboard history, fastest typing speeds, and more. We’ll also discuss other key skills employees need to succeed.

Only 25% of workplace training improves performance. Discover how Pitman Training helps NHS staff develop skills that change how they work, not just tick compliance boxes.

Discover how Paula Elliott went from Excel student to business owner, transforming thousands of careers over 25 years at Pitman Training Dover. An inspiring story of small steps and big results.

An accounting career offers rewarding, profitable, and varied opportunities; however, it is a specialised line of work. Therefore, the question remains: Do you need a degree to be an accountant? Many people believe that obtaining a university degree is a prerequisite for success in this field, but this assumption is not entirely accurate. Contrary to ... Read more

Combine excellent communication, problem-solving, time management and organisational skills. What do you get? The answer: a business administrator.

Do your staff know how to provide excellent customer service? If not, it's time for some customer service training! Learn more in our latest blog.

In today’s job market, it’s crucial to understand the skills employers are looking for. This blog shows you the skills to emphasise to get the job you want.

Get the latest updates on the minimum wage UK 2025. Find out the minimum wage rates and how they differ for different age groups. Learn more at Pitman Training

What an absolute joy to share the story of our graduate, Kathleen “Kath” Sexton, whose inspiring path from Pitman Training to graduate proves age is just a number, particularly as she has just celebrated her 103rd birthday. Kath was born in South Tottenham and moved to Palmers Green, Enfield, where she started her professional journey ... Read more

We recently sat down with Isabelle Cristian, Student of the Year at Pitman Training London Central & West, to learn more about her journey. It all began the day she arrived in London. Isabelle secured a position in hospitality at the ultra-luxury, five-star Rosewood Hotel. Whilst employed there, she noticed something that would change her ... Read more

Are you an Amazon employee trying to learn new skills and open up better job opportunities? Many people find that hands-on training, like apprenticeships or on-the-job learning, is the quickest way to do just that.