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Our friendly and supportive team is here to guide you every step of the way, empowering you with the skills and confidence you need to step into a fulfilling job role.
Our friendly, expert trainers will guide you through practical exercises and theory in our industry-standard facilities. There are 3 free courses to choose from depending on which industry you are interested in – you will earn a nationally recognised qualification on each to add to your cv.
The Construction Industry is always seeking skilled and hard-working individuals in a number of trades. Whether you’re thinking of learning a sought-after skill and becoming self-employed or would be seeking a position with one of the region’s many employers – large and small – in this industry, there are plenty of opportunities for a successful career.
Currently Unemployed?
If you’re currently unemployed and seeking to retrain or refresh your skills in the Construction Industry – specifically tiling, plastering and some aspects of plumbing – please enquire here. We offer specialist courses, working closely with employers, to ensure you have the skills, knowledge and confidence to launch your new career in Construction.
The Furniture Industry offers a range of different job roles for individuals with the motivation to succeed and who are looking to be part of an established industry in the North West. From sewing machinist to fabric cutter; frame assembler to upholsterer, there is sure to be a role that suits you and which puts your skills to great use.
Currently Unemployed?
If you’re currently unemployed and seeking to retrain or refresh your skills in the Furniture Industry please enquire here. We offer specialist courses, working closely with employers, to ensure you have the skills, knowledge and confidence to launch your new career in the Furniture Industry.
Currently Employed?
If you’re currently employed and aged 19-plus and are considering a change of career into the Furniture Industry, view the range of introductory courses we offer here. They’re the ideal step to a new career with the support of Burnley College.
Click here to view our Furniture courses
Changing career or returning to study is an exciting prospect – we understand that you may have questions or concerns about this major change. That’s why we have expert, friendly advisors on hand to help you every step of the way through the process – from choosing the correct course to offering advice and guidance on any potential FREE courses and other financial support to which you may be entitled.
Contact us now on 01282 733333 or email [email protected]
Our expert, friendly advisors are on hand to help you every step of the way – from choosing the best course for you and support in applying, to offering guidance on your long term goals.
You are welcome to attend our monthly information evenings, the ideal opportunity to find out more about our courses, tutors and the support we can offer you.
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