Training Hub

Training and skills development should be high on the agenda for all businesses.

As part of our work on the Greater Manchester Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), the Chamber is strengthening connections between employers and training providers to help businesses access the skills, talent, and expertise they need to grow.

We know that developing the right skills within your organisation is key to driving productivity and long-term success. To make this easier, we’ve curated a selection of training providers who are members of the Chamber, giving you a simple, accessible way to find training that aligns with your business needs.

Whether you’re looking to upskill your existing team, address specific skills gaps, or explore new development opportunities, our network of providers offers practical, business-focused solutions to help your organisation thrive.

If you're contacting one of the below providers, let them know you're from the Chamber.

Digital Skills

Corinth Business and Community Training

Corinth offers a range of non-vocational courses suitable for CPD, including: digital skills for the workplace, MS Office Skills, Excel, Databases, Maths, Photoshop, Web Design and Train the Trainer.

07882 092231
paul.jones@corinth-training.com

Keibra

Bespoke IT Apprenticeships designed for Managed Service Providers (MSP) and organisations with their own IT departments. Practical training and with industry-recognised qualifications, apprenticeships are rooted in real-life scenarios.

0333 772 9175
michael@keibra.com

Mediaworks

Combining the power of data, technology, creativity, and strategy to navigate your journey ahead. Drop-in with Mediaworks’ Masterclasses every month to stay up-to-date with the latest industry developments and discover expert digital advice.

0330 108 4263
sarah.clough@mediaworks.co.uk

The B2W Group

Apprenticeships, pre-employment training options and skills bootcamps designed to help you bring in hungry, fresh and entry-level talent with the skills that may be lacking in your business. Providing upskilling opportunities for your existing workforce, with accredited qualifications from Level 3 through to Level 7.

jessica.cheney@b2wgroup.com

The Job Gym

The Job Gym GM is a unique network of specialist training providers offering the businesses of Greater Manchester a comprehensive range of industry specific programmes to support their staff recruitment and progression. From Logistics and HGV, to English, Maths & ESOL.

0333 220 6645
enquiries@thejobgym.co.uk

Social Media Makes Sense

Social Media Makes Sense provides social media training for all platforms, including: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), etc. Specialising in the Health and Care sectors, each course is bespoke for your company.

07748474817
nancy@smms.guru

Symposium IT

We offer bespoke solutions in cloud migration, application modernisation, cybersecurity, data analytics, and training services. Our seasoned team emphasises tailored strategies, ensuring you stay at the forefront of technological innovation.

0161 327 3471
joshua.ashton@symposium-it.co.uk

The S&A Academy

Specialist training in Scientific, Digital and Leadership subjects delivering both apprenticeships and bespoke private training to businesses. The Digital Academy includes both Software Development and QA as well as Data Analysis and Cyber Security.

020 4551 1997
hello@sandaacademy.ac.uk

Eagle Eyed

Google Analytics 4 Training Course - Unlock your digital marketing potential with our specialised training course. Gain practical insights and strategies to excel in analytics, reporting, and more!

07702 841979
info@eagleyedseo.com

Technical Skills

Alliance Learning

An independent training provider who deliver a wide range of apprenticeships including Business Administration, Customer Service, Engineering and Leadership & Management. Also offering NVQs in sectors such as Health & Safety, Specialised Plant, Mental Health, First Aid, Engineering and much more.

01204 677811
info@alliancelearning.com

Ladderstore

Wide ranges of safety training with safe working at height as the primary focus. Accredited Ladder Association User & Inspector training for the use of ladders at work, Pasma training for working with mobile towers and harness training. Also offer: manual handling, risk assessment, first aid, asbestos awareness courses etc.

01204 590 232
sales@ladderstore.com

DMR Training

Construction and green skills training provider specialising in onsite NVQ assessment. A team is committed to providing pathways for people to succeed in their careers, and can access government funding to cover the cost of qualifications, subject to eligibility.

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01942 673047
info@dmrltd.co.uk

Oldham Training Centre

Primarily working with businesses in the engineering and business services sectors. Courses range from Fire Safety and IOSH Accreditations, to Forklift Truck, Welding and Computer Aided Design.

0161 624 5360
mbailey@otctraining.co.uk

Simian Risk Management

With a strong background and reputation in scaffolding, SIMIAN offer scaffolding training and consultancy services. SIMIAN also provides apprenticeship training in both scaffolding and roofing.

0354 6022 418
apprenticeships@simian-risk.com

Elevated Knowledge

Top-tier provider of engineering training and apprenticeships. Whether you're looking to upskill your current workforce or seeking new qualifications, our courses cover essential areas such as CNC machining, electrical, welding, and more.

0161 475 5840
info@elevatedknowledge.co.uk

Pragmatic Consulting

Pragmatic are a Training and Assessment Provider, within the Construction and Utilities Industries. We offer a comprehensive list of courses accredited by Awarding organisations such as EUSR, City and Guilds, CITB, NUCO, and CABWI.

0161 850 3550
support@pragmatic-consulting.co.uk

HTF Skills Academy

HTF Skills Academy are providers of accredited Lorry Loader and Slinger Signaller training for the transport industry, We also cater for Warehouse and Construction industries with our MHE training, Manual Handling, First Aid and Vehicle Marshall training.

0161 526 2640
graham@htfacademy.co.uk

P3od

Kick off 2025 by mastering essential HR skills with our January workshops! Learn how to confidently handle sensitive discussions, effectively address workplace challenges, and transform toxic environments. Perfect for HR professionals and leaders ready to tackle workplace challenges head-on.

07789 635 033
marc@p3od.co.uk

Thornton & Lowe

Improve your bids and win more work with CPD accredited bid training.

We've built our courses on bid writing/management industry best practice, from the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP), our own experience as a bid consultancy (we get involved in around 450 or so bids per year with a success rate of 73%) and from speaking with buyers.

07508 333 254

Charles@thorntonandlowe.com

Professional Development

Oxford Professional Education

Offering a comprehensive suite of qualifications and practical short courses designed to suit all experience levels. Select from professional qualifications including CIM, CIPS, APM, PRINCE2, and CIPD or from short courses designed to upskill in specific areas such as paid search and AI.

01865 515 255
enquiries@oxfordpeg.com

Boo Coaching and Consulting

A small (yet mighty) team who are powered by the belief that life is too short to be unhappy at work! This is a world-class organisation providing internationally-recognised executive coaching and learning solutions on subjects including leadership development, workplace wellbeing and coaching.

01204 357980
hello@boo-consulting.com

Specialist Training and Consultancy Services

Offering a wide range of courses to suit all needs including Forklift Truck training, First Aid and Manual Handling for the warehouse staff. Courses are also available for professional drivers who need to have their Driver CPC as well as those who have Transport Management responsibilities.
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0800 328 3297
victoria@specialisttraining.co.uk

Focal Point Executive Business Coaching

Driving senior leaders and businesses into an stress-free position to 100x revenue and productivity. Bringing a deep level of peace and clarity to business life - enhancing personal life along the way.

07825 378433
bormrod@focalpointcoaching.com

Proactis Tenders

Learn how to craft winning bids and boost your tendering success rate with Tenders Direct - your complete tendering solution. Our training will help you find and win work in this market. Our CPD-accredited training courses, delivered by bid writing experts, equip you with the skills and knowledge to not only find tenders, but also craft compelling proposals that stand out from the competition.

01937 545 070
andrew.watson@proactis.com

Alliance Manchester Business School

Our professional development programmes span in-person short business courses; senior leader apprenticeship programmes, and customised programmes which are built with clients to address specific business issues. This will equip you with actionable strategies and solutions to take back to your organisation.

07769 294081
shortbusinesscourses@manchester.ac.uk

Salford Professional Development

Known for providing high quality executive training, delivered over shorter cohorts to have a minimal impact on the organisation. At SPD, we pride ourselves on high impact learning and delivering the best strategic learning outcomes for the organisations we work with. We do this by giving delegates maximum exposure to our experienced tutors.

0800 298 2460

Baker Thompson Associates

BTA specialises in training and coaching for Office Professionals of all levels. Courses are CPD Certified and endorsed by the Institute of Administrative Management. We offer PA, EA and Admin workshops and courses in Minute Taking, Business Writing, Proofreading and BakerWrite™ Speedwriting

0161 477 7144
heather@bakerthompsonassoc.co.uk

Stockport and Trafford College Group

We believe a talented workforce is the key to success. We have an employer partnerships team who can work with you to develop existing staff, recruit new staff for your organisation and work with you to engage with future talent, making a positive impact on your organisation, young people, our society, and economy.

0161 296 5950
employers@tscg.ac.uk

Convenzis Training

Convenzis Training is pleased to offer Chamber members an exclusive 25% discount on our ILM and CMI accredited training programmes, with additional savings available for multiple delegate bookings. Our programmes are designed to support professional growth in the healthcare sector.

07530 82 6679
eleanor.morgan@convenzis.co.uk

HTF Skills Academy

0161 526 2640
graham@htfacademy.co.uk

Resultz Ltd

We offer import and export courses for beginners to experienced professionals who may require an update or refresher. The courses we deliver include Incoterms, Tariff Codes, Customs Procedures and Documentation to more commercially based courses such as International Sales and Marketing.

01925 661759
sales@resultz.co.uk

Funded Training

Symposium IT

ELCAS Funding (The MOD's Enhanced Learning Credits Scheme) - courses delivered include Level 3 in AWS Cloud Systems and Solutions and Level 3 in Cyber Security Principals.

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0161 327 3471
joshua.ashton@symposium-it.co.uk

GM MIND - Menopause Project

Local Minds are working in partnership to offer free training for businesses to raise awareness and to support women through the menopause in the workplace.
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0161 330 9223
menopauseproject@togmind.org

Standguide Group

Qualifications under the Level 3 Adult Skills offer on behalf of GMCA. These qualifications are available to GM residents to support with upskilling the workforce and progression into employment.
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07950 515758
sam.mullen@standguide.co.uk

Apprenticeships

The Apprentice Academy

The Apprentice Academy is a multi-award-winning training provider of Accountancy, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Procurement, Project, and Property Management Apprenticeships, with some of the highest success rates in the UK.
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0161 200 1673
ab@theapprenticeacademy.co.uk