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Employers of any size can use the Growth and Skills Levy to fund apprenticeship training. If your pay bill is over £3 million, you pay into the levy and draw down funds through a digital account. If it isn’t, you share the cost with government, though training for 16-24 year olds is now fully funded ... Read more

Apprenticeships combine paid employment with structured off-the-job training, funded through the apprenticeship levy or government co-investment. As an employer, you hire an apprentice on a genuine employment contract, pay at least the apprentice minimum wage, and give them 20% of their paid working hours for training with a recognised training provider. Larger employers pay into ... Read more

After losing his job during the pandemic, Andrew chose to retrain through Pitman Training. Four years later, he had completed his qualifications and secured an accountancy role at TaxAssist — the career he had always wanted.

Not every career starts with a clear plan. For Isobel, it began in a kitchen support role within a busy hospitality environment. While she was gaining valuable workplace experience, she knew she wanted to progress into something more, a role with responsibility, creativity, and long-term potential. That turning point came when she was encouraged to ... Read more

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

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

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

Digital literacy is about more than just knowing your way around a computer. Learn how our courses prepare you for success on social media.

Discover the essence of job satisfaction's impact on individuals and organisations. Learn why it's vital for well-being, engagement, and success.

Discover the power of perseverance and the joy of achieving lifelong dreams as we explore the inspiring journey of graduation at any age.

Learn how to effectively retrieve data and troubleshoot common issues. If you encounter problems with cutting or copying, wait briefly before retrying.

Learn 4 different ways to lock cells in Excel and the benefits of doing so. Protect your data and prevent accidental changes with these tips with Pitman.