
Steadfast Training
As an Ofsted “good” provider, they work in partnership with the CPCA and have been awarded funding to deliver free level 3 qualifications to upskill and support your colleagues. Additionally, they are currently delivering level 2 to 5 apprenticeships across England. They would be delighted to support your organisation.
They have two free – Level 3 – diploma qualifications that may be appropriate:
- Diploma in management (inc. ILM)
- Diploma in ICT
Level 3 qualifications are free of charge subject to eligibility criteria of:
- Learner living in Cambridgeshire and
- Not holding any Level 3 or above qualification in any subject.
Apprenticeships
Additionally, many different apprenticeships are also offered.
In terms of other apprenticeships:
- Level 3 Team Leader and
- Level 5 Operational/Departmental Manager
Please read the full list of courses available here: Steadfast Training – Empowering Your Career with Expert Apprenticeship and Employability Training
The SMA are happy to make an introduction please contact info@sma-uk.co.uk.

Investors in the Environment - iie
Investors in the Environment offers a range of training courses designed to help organisations upskill or reskill their staff with essential sustainability qualifications. They also offer a selection of accredited IEMA-certified training, including Pathways to Net-Zero, Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce, and the comprehensive Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management.
Their bespoke iiE Green Champion Course is designed for green champions to gain the practical skills to make sustainable change in their organisation. Whilst the content lends itself to our accreditation scheme, the tools can be applied to both members and non-members alike.
The SMA would be happy to make introductions please contact info@sma-uk.co.uk
For more information please read the following: https://www.iie.uk.com

North Cambridgeshire Training College
The North Cambridgeshire Training Centre (NCTC) is a brand new, state-of-the-at building based in Chatteris, Fenland specialising in offering Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Management and Business Support Apprenticeships.
Alongside Apprenticeships, they have a fantastic range of Commercial Training built around short vocational courses or longer courses leading to formal qualifications. These courses are ideal for individuals who need to improve or expand their knowledge within a role.
AT NCTC they also offer a vast range of Professional Development courses ranging from Essential Skills for Life and Work to free level 3 courses as a part of the National Skills fund.
The SMA are happy to make an introduction please contact info@sma-uk.co.uk.
Please read more here:

Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce Training
Manufacturing and Engineering Industry Courses – please read more in the link below:

University of Cambridgeshire - Manufacturing Engineering - Undergraduate Sudy
Successful, value-creating industries are increasingly managed by engineers with an appropriately broad education and training. Manufacturing engineers naturally have particular expertise in the design and operation of manufacturing facilities, but increasingly their role is as leaders of multidisciplinary teams. The course places emphasis on the latest developments in data science and sustainability to address some of the major challenges facing society.
Manufacturing Engineering gives you a thorough grounding in manufacturing technology and management, together with an understanding of the full range of activities involved from market analysis through product design and production, to sales and distribution, all set firmly within a financial and business context. As well as the engineering and business sides, you also acquire a sound understanding of the human aspects of industry and develop leadership and people skills.
For more information please read here:
Manufacturing Engineering (Part II course) | Undergraduate Study (cam.ac.uk)

City & Guilds
They have a vast range of courses and qualifications designed to reflect many job roles within the Manufacturing industry.
Some of the key subject areas include: Food Manufacture, Manufacturing Textiles, Furniture Production and Chemical Manufacture. Within each we have a range of specialist sub-sectors, allowing learners to gain skills that reflect their chosen career path.
All qualifications have been designed to meet the current employment needs of the industry and allow for clear progression.
For more information please use this link:

Reed Courses
Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Manufacturing courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Manufacturing courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Manufacturing course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.
Read More here: Free Beginner Manufacturing Courses & Training in Cambridgeshire | reed.co.uk