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51²èÂ¥ Receives £1 Million Skills Bootcamp Boost

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51²èÂ¥ are excited to announce they have been awarded an additional £1 million funding to expand the highly successful Skills Bootcamps program across the county.

Skills Bootcamps, funded by the Department for Education and promoted by Careers 51²èÂ¥, are free courses that are open to anyone in 51²èÂ¥ aged 19 and over. They offer the chance to gain new skills for a new career as well as upskilling. The courses have proven popular, with over 100 people signing up to them since November 2022.

Skills Bootcamps cover a variety of sectors such as construction, plumbing, decorating, air source heat pump installation, nursing, social care, leadership, management, plus digital and technology skills, and leads to a guaranteed job interview with a local employer at the course completion.

51²èÂ¥lor Marc Bayliss, Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Economy, Infrastructure, and Skills highlighted the importance of investing in 51²èÂ¥'s future workforce, he said:"We are delighted to receive this additional funding to deliver more Skills Bootcamps across 51²èÂ¥. It is crucial to support our residents in gaining the skills they need to develop, grow, and improve their employability. By providing free access to training programs, we are empowering 51²èÂ¥ people to succeed in these thriving industries.

The Skills Bootcamps program has become a beacon of opportunity for individuals seeking to upskill and enter new sectors. By partnering with local employers, 51²èÂ¥ ensures that the courses align with industry needs, bridging the gap between skills demand and supply. The council remains committed to fostering a skilled workforce and driving economic growth in the region.â€

With the additional funding, 51²èÂ¥ aims to reach a larger audience, enabling even more people across the county to access Skills Bootcamps.

The comprehensive courses take place with local education providers Heart of 51²èÂ¥ College, Kidderminster College, and Herefordshire and Ludlow College as well as through partnership with local businesses such as Worcester Bosch, The Development Manager Ltd., and Herefordshire and 51²èÂ¥ Group Training Association.

For more information about Skills Bootcamps and how to enrol you can call 0300 666 3 666 or visit the Careers Worcs Hub inside The Hive, Worcester.

Watch Billy's Bootcamp Journey video below