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Get help to gain the skills you need for the job you want with Pathway Group. Find training, support and advice to gain the skills you need for the job you want.

Find the right training, support and advice with UK Government Funded schemes

Find the right training

Find out more about courses funded by the Adult Education Budget

Adult Education Budget

Adult Education Budget

Getting the right skills, for the right jobs to the right people. Courses funded by the Adult Education Budget are a vital stepping stone for personal and career development for many adults. Get new qualifications and skills, with offer a variety of fully-funded Adult Education Budget courses to help develop your skills for and at work.

Pathway SkillsZone
Level 2 Functional Skills in English
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 1 Functional Skills in English
Pathway SkillsZone Digital
Level 1 Functional Skills in Mathematics
Pathway SkillsZone Digital
Level 2 Award in Digital Skills for the Workplace
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness
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Level 1 Award in Customer Service

Benefits

Recognised accredited qualifications and training courses to enhance skills.

Funding

Availale to those aged 19 or over (if aged between 19-23, you must already have a minimum Full Level 2 or equivalent qualification)

Duration

Programmes vary depending on individual requirements.

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a real job with a contract where you learn, gain experience, and get paid.  You’ll work alongside experienced staff to learn on the job and have the opportunity to put what you learn into practice.

Wish to find out more about an Apprenticeship ?

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Benefits

Develop knowledge, skills and behaviours

Funding

Apprentice minimum wage and 5% training contribution depending on business size

Duration

Minimum of 12 months employment

Need help with costs of a college or training provider course ?

Advanced Learner Loan

Advanced Learner Loan

You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help with the costs of a course at a college or training provider in England. Eligibility for the loan doesn’t depend on your income, and there are no credit checks. Interest is charged from the date the first payment is made to the college or training provider.
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Combined Beauty Therapy Skills
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Make-up Artistry
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management
Pathway SkillsZone
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Benefits

Develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce with knowledge of your business

Funding

Avanced Learner Loan's can help with the costs of a course. Loan eligibility does not depend on your income and there are no credit checks.

Duration

Usually around 6 months

Multiply

Multiply offers easy access to free numeracy courses and initiatives where you can gain a qualification. Good numeracy skills may unlock job opportunities and lead to higher wages or prepare you for further study. They also help in everyday life, such as helping children with homework and budgeting money.

Don’t let maths hold you back at home or work, Multiply programme can help you

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Pathway SkillsZone Managing Personal Finance Multiply
Managing Personal Finances
Everyday maths
Everyday Maths
numbers confident
Get number confident
getting on with numbers
Getting on with numbers

Funding

If you’re aged 19 or over and don’t have maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), Multiply offers free numeracy skills to build your confidence, reduce anxiety, and help you work towards a qualification.

Benefits

Get help you with your household budgeting, support your child at school or advance in your career.

Duration

Multiply is a short course, taught by experienced and friendly staff that will equip you with numeracy skills to confidently tackle everyday challenges.

We provide help you to gain the skills you need for the job you want

See our Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps

These flexible courses last up to 16 weeks and allow you to gain skills employers are looking for. You will also have guaranteed a job interview at the end of the course. For most Skills Bootcamps, no previous knowledge in the subject is needed – you just need a good grasp of the English language and the willingness to learn new skills.
cyber security
Cyber Security Skills Bootcamp
manufacturing bootcamp
Lean Manufacturing Skills Bootcamp
Digital Marketing Bootcamps
Digital Marketing Skills Bootcamp

Benefits

Allows you to build the skills of your current or future employees with low numeracy, creating a loyal and talented workforce.

Funding

Free government scheme led by local areas.

Duration

Variable, depending on the type of provision. Includes hourly drop-in sessions to full courses lasting a few weeks to a few months.