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Increase your team’s capabilities with our comprehensive range of business and technical training courses.
From leadership and management to health & safety, engineering to finance, we deliver practical, accredited training that drives real business results. Whether you need certified first aid training, technical engineering skills or to develop your leaders and managers, our expert trainers deliver programmes that improve business performance and compliance.
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Featured courses
ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills **NEW COURSE**
The Award in Leadership and Team Skills is a nationally recognised qualification designed for both aspiring and current team leaders. It provides a strong foundation in management for those transitioning into a leadership role, while also helping practicing team leaders enhance their effectiveness, build confidence and gain recognised achievement.
ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management
This prestigious qualification offers you the flexibility to tailor your learning to your specific goals and aspirations, with three exciting additional units to choose from:
ILM Level 3 Award in Effective Workplace Coaching
Coaching has evolved from a corrective measure to a strategic tool for unlocking individual potential. It is now widely recognised as a powerful method for enhancing performance, motivation, and career advancement.
ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management
The ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management is designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their leadership capabilities. This rigorous programme builds upon existing management qualifications and experience, equipping you with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to excel in complex leadership roles.
Award in Education and Training (AET)
This qualification has been designed for teachers and trainers working in, or aiming to work in, the work-based learning (WBL), further education (FE) and independent training provider (ITP) sectors.
IOSH Managing Safely
Introducing Managing Safely® This course is designed to provide the confidence and enthusiasm to apply knowledge to the workplace, this course will help embed a positive health and safety culture across your business.
Excel Intermediate
This Intermediate course assumes that you will have a good working knowledge of all of the principles covered in the introductory Excel course.
First Aid at Work (3 day)
The Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 places on employers a responsibility for ensuring that their employees are fully protected in case of illness or injury by an adequate number of First Aiders. The certificate is valid for three years.
Train the trainer
This Train the Trainer course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively design, deliver, and evaluate training with their organisation
Preparing to Lead
This course provides a comprehensive overview of essential supervisory tasks and effective team leadership. It covers fundamental aspects of successful leadership, including setting an example of integrity, strategic delegation, and navigating the complexities of modern supervisory roles.
18th Edition 3 day
Advanced PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)
Emergency First Aid (1 day)
First Aid at Work (3 day)
Intermediate (Mid Level) Electrical Course
Introduction to Milling
Introduction to PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)
Introduction to Robotics
Introduction to Turning
IOSH Managing Safely®
IOSH Working Safely
PAT Testing – non-accredited 1 day
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Why choose HWGTA?
As an employer-led training provider with over 50 years’ experience, we understand what local employers need. We work with nationally recognised awarding bodies across every discipline, ensuring our courses deliver measurable results that help your business grow.
Our purpose-built facilities in Hereford and Worcester provide the perfect environment for professional development. Plus, our complete business support offering, including skills bootcamps, professional assessor and IQA awards, and psychometric personality profiling, gives you everything you need to develop a more skilled, capable workforce.
Ready to develop your team?
Browse our current courses or contact us to discuss your training requirements. From single-day workshops to comprehensive development programmes, our specialist team is here to help you find the right solution for your business needs.