These 16-week courses allow you to gain the in-demand skills employers are looking for and fast-track a job interview!

Skills Bootcamps will build on your sector skills or fast track to an interview with a local employer and secure a job or an apprenticeship.
The bootcamps are part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee, helping everyone gain life skills.
Kendal College is launching the following Skills Bootcamps:
- Construction Trades Level 2 Joinery & Plumbing.
- Construction Management Level 4, to include project management, health & safety.
How much do they cost?
The training is free if you meet the following criteria:
- Aged over 19 years of age.
- Working, recently unemployed within the last 12 months or looking for work, e.g. coming back into the workforce after a career break.
- Resident in the UK and legally entitled to work in the UK.
How long do they last?
Sixteen weeks, commencing in September/October 2022, incorporating skills, employability, continuing professional development and entry to sector training. Weekly hours will range from a day per week to block training, with some self-study.
I’m an employer; can I access the training?
Yes. Skills Bootcamps are a great way to build sector-specific skills in your workforce.
Plus, you only need to pay a small contribution:
- Large employer at 30% contribution. This is fantastic value for money with a 70% reduction.
- Micro, small and medium employers at 10%, a massive 90% reduction.
How can I find out more?
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