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A4e's one aim is to improve people's lives around the world. We do this in many different ways, through the various projects and pilots we undertake.
We pride ourselves in helping people and organisations access high quality training, employment and advice, doing whatever we can to drive social change and provide opportunity.
They offer help with recruitment, both at the business and individual level; business support; support for start-ups; funding; training etc.
Courses covering:
Training - Tactical and Strategic;
Advice and Support;
Consultancy;
Focus Groups;
Area Demographic Reports.
Offers strategic services and support to arts organisations in the region looking to broaden and increase their audiences.
The British Franchise Association (bfa) is the self-regulatory body for franchising in the UK. Their website explains what is involved in franchising, a 'Help & Advice' section provides information for potential franchisees and franchisors, includes a list of bfa members, their contact details and website addresses where these are available. The bfa also run one day workshops around the country to educate prospective franchisees and prospective franchisors on franchising.
Apprenticeships cover occupational areas such as:
Accountancy
Administration
Construction
Engineering
Hairdressing
IT
For a full list visit: http://www.cornwall.ac.uk/business/index.php?page=_Apprenticeships&id=1072
For more info contact or any other questions please contact 0800 731 7594 or email training@cornwall.ac.uk
PACE Manager provides up to £1,000 per organisation towards the development activities for the management team.
Business Link Cornwall, IOS, Devon and Cornwall run a number of training events. Contact Business Link for a current list.
Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and Industry runs buying, selling and negotiating courses.
The CoaST Project Network provides the opportunity for organisations and individuals committed to the successful development of sustainable tourism in Cornwall to exchange ideas, knowledge and expertise.
CUC is a partnership of all the universities and colleges offering
university-level education in Cornwall. CUC has a dedicated Business
Development team which helps businesses to access a range of services and facilities, such as: specialist expertise, research and development, graduates and postgraduates, professional development/training, specialist facilities and equipment. The team also administers the Cornwall Research Fund, which help SMEs fund R&D projects.
Cornwall College Business offers a wide range of high-quality training and consultancy solutions to help your business achieve better results.
Whether you’re looking for an in-company workshop to sharpen up and extend your employees’ skills or an in-depth professional course leading to a national qualification, we can provide precisely what your business needs, from apprenticeship level right up to senior management.
Cornwall College Camborne course areas are as follows: Access Courses, A-Levels, Arts and Media, Automotive Engineering, Built Environment, Business and Secretarial, Community Education, Engineering, Foundation Studies, Hair, Beauty and Holistic, Early Years and Health Care, Hotel and Catering Studies, IT and Computing, Language Studies, Leisure, Tourism, Sport, Science, Public Services and Social Services.
Cornwall College Saltash course areas are as follows: Access Courses, Art and Design, Basic Foundation Studies, Beauty Therapy, Business Administration and Secretarial, Childcare and Early Years, Computing, Construction, Education and Teaching, Hairdressing, Health and Social Care, IT Training, Leisure Courses, Travel and Tourism, Degrees.
Cornwall College St Austell runs the following courses: Access Courses, AS/A-Levels, Art, Media and Design, Business and Professional, Computing and IT, Construction, Engineering and Motor Vehicles, Foundation Studies, Hairdressing and Beauty, Health Care and Early Years, Hospitality & Catering, Leisure Courses, Performing Arts, Teaching, PGCE, Sport and Public Services, Travel and Tourism.
The Cornwall Crafts Association supports craftmakers resident in Cornwall to encourage the highest standards of design and manufacture. It also aims to reach a wider audience to promote a greater appreciation and understanding of contemporary design-led craftwork.
The Specialist Landbased College.
For students: Set in some of the most picturesque locations in Cornwall, Duchy College has a top quality standard of education with a comprehensive range of qualifications available up to degree level. Duchy College works very closely with industrial partners to offer students work placement opportunities, study visits and additional qualifications not just in Cornwall but also in Europe.
For businesses: The Rural Business School combines education, training, business support and applied research for rural industries. Our educational and developmental programmes range from one-day vocational workshops to foundation degrees. Our commitment to research and industry is underpinned with continuous investment, and we are host to a number of Objective One and Defra funded projects and events such as the Vocational Training Scheme.
There are two locations: Rosewarne, near Camborne; and Stoke Climsland, near Callington.
Cornwall Marine Network is an organisation dedicated to supporting the Marine sector in Cornwall via initiatives that improve profitability and encourage growth through quality and innovation.
Cornwall Marine Network was established in 2002 to improve the prosperity of Cornwall's world-class marine sector. Seven years on, the Network remains firmly rooted in the sector, seeing the key to the current and future success as continuing to support members through inventive training and marketing initiatives.
The Cornwall Sports Partnership (CSP) is a partnership of organisations working together to make sport a part of everyday life in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly including the sectors of health, education, local government, National Governing Bodies of Sport, police and the economy.
We work with our partners to sustain and increase participation in community sport throughout Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly.
Community sport is widely defined and includes informal activity such as recreational walking and cycling, new sports such as skateboarding through to more traditional team sports like rugby and netball.
They stage the Sports Awards, Cornwall Corporate Games, Manage Sports projects like the Healthy Active Lifestyles Project (HALP) provide training, courses and workshops and support for funding.
The seminars reflects requests from practitioners across the sector. The programme is delivered across Cornwall throughout the year. Some of the subjects covered are: marketing/presentation; entrepreneurship; fundraising; media skills for visual artists and technical skills.
Amongst other areas, the course deals with time management, problem solving skills and working to a budget. Held twice annually in locations throughout Cornwall the course runs for one day per week over a 6 week period.
Digital Peninsula Network is a member organisation serving Cornwall's rapidly growing community of media and ICT professionals and digital creatives. It also assists traditional businesses with their aspirations to exploit new technology.
Digital Peninsula Network is working in partnership with training providers throughout Cornwall to offer ICT and Digital Media businesses, based in Cornwall, access to the best training available. Whatever the nature of the training you require DPN will work with your business to identify and source the best training to suit your needs.
The Duchy College runs courses in the following areas: agriculture and land use, animal care and veterinary nurse, business studies, childcare, creative studies, conservation, equine studies, floristry, food and drink, foundation studies and life skills, horticulture, landbased engineering, outdoor pursuits, public services, sport.
The Rural Business School combines education, training, business support and applied research for rural industries.
Our educational and developmental programmes range from one-day vocational workshops to foundation degrees in Agriculture, Rural Tourism, and Agri-Food.
Throughout the year the Rural Business School organises a range of courses and training events, and of course if we’re not currently offering what you are looking for, talk to us and we’ll see what we can do…together.
www.duchy.ac.uk/rbs
EEF is the organisation for manufacturing, engineering and technology-based businesses.
Enterprise Tamar provides free, confidential and independent business advice to everyone. It also offers computer training and offices/workshops to rent on "easy in - easy out" terms.
A variety of computer courses from Beginner level upwards. All ages catered for. Some of the courses lead to recognised qualifications. Learners train at their own pace, with tutors on hand to help at all times.
Envision is a partnership of not-for-profit independent environmental support organisations in the South West, offering business cost saving and new markets support.
Falmouth marine school offers the following courses: boat building, health and social care, marine studies, light marine engineering, leisure and watersports.
The Food Innovation Service (FIS) is a consultancy business established to provide support to the South West regional food industry. Run by a team of three people with many years experience in the food and drink industry, the service can provide comprehensive advice, support, scientific and practical resources for food and drink preparation, packing and testing. Technical support can be offered at a businesses’ own facilities or those available within the Agri-Food Innovation Centre. The facilities at the Agri-Food Centre are amongst the best available anywhere in the country and are managed by the Food Innovation Service.
The FIS offers annual membership packages at different levels depending on the support the business needs. It also provides a comprehensive and sector specific training programme.
The Forestry Commission aims to protect and expand Britain's forests and woodlands. It promotes the development and promotion of sustainable forest management. It also runs a number of recreational, regeneration and educational schemes.
In the website you can find a list of tenders in the UK, grant schemes and woodland policies.
100's of jobs and opportunities for students and graduates in the South West.
honey2cornwall offer management courses, 'in-house' training (e.g. fire training, first aid, catering etc.) and many more. The courses aim to develop: marketing approach, guest service, support systems, pricing strategy and physical environment.
The Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and Industry runs international trade training. The courses are aimed at giving a clear understanding of import and export procedures and the documents involved, developing the ability of delegates to identify any problems early and deal with them effectively.
KEAP is building on the Training for After School Art Clubs, currently piloted in primary schools around Falmouth, Penryn and Redruth, to include artists from other disciplines and in other geographical areas. This training aims to equip practitioners with the skills to undertake work in primary schools in line with the needs of the extended schools programme and create a network of local artists as a resource for the school.
There is also guidance on how to train young artists in an educational environment.
KEAP is an arts education partnership with a mission to engage the whole community in creative learning through the Arts. It aims to provide the tools to support teachers and creative practitioners to undertake this work through information, support and guidance; it advises schools on working with artists of all disciplines; and it supports artists and arts organisations in developing their education work.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships is Europe's leading programme helping businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills that reside within the UK knowledge base. Each partnership employs one or more high calibre Associates (recently qualified people) to work on a project, which is core to the strategic development of the business.
Learn Direct uses modern technologies to make learning available at a time and place to suit the learner - at home, in the workplace and through a national network of learning centres.
Lizard Pathways through both Department of Working Pension and Learning & Skill Council Convergence funding aims to help jobless people living in South Kerrier and East Penwith move closer to, or return to employment. The team employed by Cornwall Developement Company will provide people with individual guidance and support to provide them with the information and skills needed to return to work.
The LSC offers advice and financial assistance. It covers: the provision and management of all post~16 education and training in South West England covering vocational routes, adult and community learning, workforce development and upskilling, education business partnerships and information, advice and guidance.
Apprenticeships are also funded by the LSC. http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/
The Train to Gain service is designed to help businesses across England get the training they need to succeed. The service offers advice on business needs, matches training needs with training providers and ensures that training is delivered to meet employers' needs.
For more information visit: http://www.traintogain.gov.uk/Region/SouthWest/
Penwith College Business Centre offers a wide range of services to support the business community of Cornwall. We are committed to providing high quality training and support that is relevant for businesses in today’s competitive world. Through a team of experienced professionals we aim to improve the performance of individuals and organisations through providing a variety of courses, qualifications and business support. We offer a variety of development opportunities including apprenticeships, business skills seminars, business support, customised training, professional qualifications and training needs analysis.
The Rural Business School combines education, training, business support and applied research for rural industries.
Our educational and developmental programmes range from one-day vocational workshops, up to degrees in Agriculture, Rural Tourism and Agri-Food. We’re committed to research and industry, a commitment underpinned by our continuous investment.
The RCP aims to contribute to the development of a sustainable and enhanced Rural Economy and to assist in maintaining and enhancing the well-being of our rural communities, whilst achieving an equitable balance between the competing interest for rural resources in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The Partnership includes all the local authorities in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly plus the Voluntary, Community and Private sectors.
The Rural Enterprise Gateway provides information, training and business development support to rural businesses and in particular, agricultural and land-based business groups. The project is also a gateway to other initiatives that help rural businesses develop ideas and expertise across the region and make the most of the wide range of support available to them. REG is delivered through the Business Link network across the South West of England. The project is supported by the South West Regional Development Agency and financed by the Rural Development Programme for England[1] (RDPE), an EU and government funded programme. The website contains a comprehensive list of useful links to develop businesses, grant schemes and training for businesses in the South West.
ShellStep is a UK wide programme offering under graduates project based work within small to medium sized business
The Silvanus Trust is committed to regenerating the woodlands in the South West for economic, social and environmental benefits. We have worked for over twenty years, often in partnership with other organisations, statutory and voluntary, to promote and increase the potential of woodlands in the south west to support greater rural economic activity for the benefit of local communities, businesses and the environment. The support includes grant aid, advice, and help with training and skills development. The projects have involved all aspects of forestry including woodland management, timber processing, and community woodland and education activities.
Cornwall Council’s Adult Education Service, are building on a track record of quality skills improvement and developing our employer focus, to offer a real alternative to big further education colleges and private providers. We aspire to offer:
- a professional but personal approach based on listening
- quality training designed to meet your needs
- reliably providing what we say we will provide
- training at a time and place to suit you, wherever possible
- trainers who care about your staff as individuals and about the success of your business
- managers who make themselves available to you and want to respond to any problems you have with solutions
All are eligible for Skills for Life and for NVQs those in work either full time, part time or volunteering are eligible. Level 2 and level 3 NVQ courses are £365, unless it is the candidate’s first level 2 in which case this is fully funded. However, these prices are negotiable when a course is undertaken as part of a package of training.
The SMART Women Project launched their first course last week. A total of 41 women are attending the programme with 27 at Camborne and 14 at the St Austell campus. There are two course pathways and we currently have 26 women studying the level 3 Chartered Management Institute qualification in ‘Business Start-up’ and 15 women attending the Institute of Directors toolkit.
The South West Manufacturing Advisory Service (South West MAS)
provides practical advice and hands-on support for manufacturers. It aims to help manufacturing businesses improve productivity, reduce waste and compete more effectively. Trained experts can help businesses cut costs, reduce stock, improve customer lead times and boost sales.
South West Screen plays a key role in fostering local talent, developing creative individuals and building creative businesses. They do this by working with regional and national employers, education and training organisations, to find solutions to suit individuals at all stages of their development. This includes:
Work with schools and young people to develop creative interests
Providing opportunities, training and apprenticeships for new entrants
Supporting professional development with advice and funding
They are keen to help those about to break into the media sector, as well as those who are already established and need to update or refresh their skills in this constantly changing industry.
South West Screen can assist in finding opportunities for employment, through networks, e-bulletin or crew & services database.
South West Tourism works to encourage the promotion and development of tourism in the South West.
The site includes information on tourism trends, regional surveys and reports on tourism industry, sources of funding opportunities for promoting services to the tourism industry, training and tourist information centres.
The South West of England Regional Development Agency was established in 1999. Their overall goal is to ensure the long-term economic success of the region. Central to the long-term economic success of South West England will be making sure the region has the right skills among its workforce, the most innovative businesses, and a high quality environment, both physical and cultural.
They provide grants, skills improvement, training, advice and support to all businesses and individuals who contribute to and are shaped by the strategic drivers and objectives set out in the regional economic strategy (RES).
With a property portfolio encompassing many of the UK’s cityscapes, ancient forests, farms, parkland, coastline and communities, The Crown Estate’s role as employer, influencer, manager, guardian, facilitator and revenue creator is unique.
We have two main objectives: to benefit the taxpayer by paying the revenue from our assets directly to the Treasury; and to enhance the value of the estate and the income it generates.
We aim to enhance the skills of our people, working in partnership with others to enable and nurture productive commercial opportunities, to protect vulnerable environments, contribute to communities and enabling social integration – all delivered through a lean, efficient organisation that’s determined to maximise the value of the services it delivers.
Daiwa offers a unique programme to young and talented UK citizens to acquire Japanese language skills, and to access expertise and knowledge relevant to their career goals through a supported scholarship. This includes: Tuition and examination fees, travel expenses to and from Japan; maintenance grant to cover accomodation and living costs; and medical insurance.
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales.
The Team Programme is for UK residents aged 16-25 who are unemployed. It's free and will not affect your Jobseeker's Allowance. You will, among other things:
• be part of a team of 15 people for 12 weeks;
• take on community projects of your choosing;
• have an action-packed residential week;
• get two weeks' work experience.
You will gain:
• Practical skills that help you in a job and in life;
• New friends and a lot of fun;
• Belief in what you can accomplish;
• Career advice and help with job-hunting and your CV;
• The chance to make a difference in your community;
While you're on Team, you'll work towards a nationally recognised qualification: a certificate in Personal, Teamwork and Community Skills. This could help your chances of finding work after the course is over.
The Training Group - the easy to search web site providing you with access to a range of business training provided locally in the South West.
The Year in Industry provides talented young people with paid, degree relevant work placements in the year out before or during their university course.
TAG offers a dedicated professional, independent and impartial information, advice and guidance service to employers, employees and individuals on matters relating to workforce development, their individual learning and skills needs and the opportunities available to them.
Some of the services they offer:
Undertake a TNA – an assessment of your company’s training needs if they have not already been identified.
Develop a Company Training Plan linked to your business objectives
Introduce you to the concept of developing Individual Learning Plans with your employees
Collation of information on training provision, methods and costs, appropriate to your requirements.
An awareness of possible funding sources and support you with making their application(s).
Signposting to other services potentially available to you and your employees.
Truro college offer a variety of courses from FE course to higher education. It is a top college and one of the newest. They offer a wide choice of courses in various campuses including business training. Truro College has merged with Penwith College and both colleges offer a range of activities called Study Plus, which include Sports, Drama and Music.
Truro College Business Centre offers a wide range of services to support the business community of Cornwall. We are committed to providing high quality training and support that is relevant for businesses in today’s competitive world. Through a team of experienced professionals we aim to improve the performance of individuals and organisations through providing a variety of courses, qualifications and business support. We offer a variety of development opportunities including apprenticeships, business skills seminars, business support, customised training, professional qualifications and training needs analysis.
They provide application services across a range of subject areas and modes of study for UK universities and colleges. Theirspecialist services, the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR), the UK Postgraduate Application and Statistical Service (UKPASS) and the Conservatoires UK Admissions Service (CUKAS) are used by more than 50,000 people every year.
Their aim is to help students make informed choices about higher education, guiding them, their parents and advisers through the application process.
They also carry out research, consultancy and advisory work for schools, colleges, careers services, professional bodies and employers. We also offer continuing professional development tailored to meet the needs of individual institutions or subject areas. This ensures a long-term commitment to improving admissions processes across the industry.
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is the UK Government's international business development organisation. It works with UK-based businesses to ensure their success in international markets and encourages the best overseas companies to look to the UK as their global partner of choice.
The International Trade Team for the South West provide a range of services to businesses including help for novice exporters as well as more in depth assistance for experienced exporters, market intelligence and market research services. Financial support is also available to suitable companies to help with the costs of trade visits and attending overseas trade shows. The team also provide various training courses and a consultancy service.
The UCP project seeks to measurably improve the efficiency, competitiveness and growth potential of SME's in Cornwall through the placement of graduates in companies to undertake business development projects.
With the help of Convergence funding they can provide training, mentoring and up to a £6,000 wage subsidy towards the salary of your graduate and provide assistance with other project costs.
The Unlocking Cornish Potential programme arranges the placement of graduates in businesses to undertake development projects in order to benefit both the company and the graduate.
Of those companies who have taken part, 70% have gone on to offer their graduate a permanent position, and 85% say that they would consider a second UCP programme.
The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) is a membership trade association that champions and supports the interests of the aerospace and defence industry in the South West of England. WEAF collaborates with partners like UKTI to provide critical support services such as export and marketing opportunities at major international trade exhibitions.
YTKO is a consultancy specialising in business growth: for start-ups and SMEs and for larger companies seeking expansion opportunities. It is a privately-owned company established in 1979, headquartered in Cambridge, UK and working internationally. In Cornwall, YTKO deliver the Partner to Succeed Business Collaboration Networks programme and Outset Cornwall.
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