The Blackpool Skills Hub launched in May 2024, and it’s designed to enhance employment opportunities across the region.

The Hub provides free training for both unemployed individuals, and those in work who want to enhance their careers.

Our training centre offers a range of fully funded courses to support residents aged 19+, helping them to boost their confidence, find employment, and gain valuable skills.

Please note, eligibility checks will take place at the application stage.

• Preparing to Work in Schools
• Introduction to Early Years
• Understanding Autism
• Supporting Children with Literacy and Numeracy development
• Support Work in Schools and Colleges
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Door Supervisor (SIA Security) with funded badge
• Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (CSCS)
• Adult Social Care
• Mental Health Awareness
• Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace
• Emergency First Aid for Mental Health
• Hospitality including Food Safety
• Logistics
• Personal Development for Employability
• Customer Service
• Business Administration
• Essential Digital and IT Skills
• Cybersecurity
• Advancement into Cleaning
• Health and Safety
• Build a Business