Skills Bootcamps
Skills Bootcamps
We’re excited to be offering adult learners (19+) the opportunity to retrain – for FREE – for a career in a wide variety of different areas by taking part in one of our part time courses, with start dates throughout the year.
As part of your chosen course, you’ll have the opportunity to develop sought-after skills fit for the economy of the future
and get ready to succeed in job interviews within your chosen field.
Is a Skills Bootcamp the right course for you?
These courses may be ideal for you if you are:
- Looking for a job in the industry
- Looking to upskill in your current role and want to make an impact with new skills learnt
- Self employed
See the below listing for all the Skills Bootcamps currently on offer at Exeter College. To find more Skills Bootcamps in Devon and Cornwall, visit: www.train4tomorrow.org.uk
We also offer a wide range of professional and leisure courses. Click here to start your search.
These 10-16 week part time courses, which are fully-funded by the Government, through the National Skills Fund, are available to study with us at various times during the year.
They focus on developing practical skills for direct application to the workplace and will consist of a day a week with our subject specialist lecturers. As part of your studies, you’ll develop a portfolio in your chosen field to give potential future employers a clear demonstration of your abilities.
Upskill your employees with a Skills Bootcamp
If you are an employer that is interested in accessing funding to upskill existing employees, you will need to register your interest directly with Exeter College. We will discuss the funding level with you, as to whether it will be a 10% employer contribution per cost of the course per employee, or a 30% contribution per cost of the course per employee.
Details of fee
Employers contribute to the cost of training if they want to use Skills Bootcamps to train their existing employees. Large employers contribute 30% of the cost, and small or medium employers (SMEs – less than 250 staff) contribute 10%. They will be invoiced at the start of the bootcamp.
Please contact the Adult Advice Team by emailing adultadvice@exe-coll.ac.uk for further information.
Free Courses
These courses are fully funded by the Government, through the National Skills Fund. Skills Bootcamps have been designed to help local people advance or pivot their skills to help to kickstart their career in their chosen field.
Practical Training
Courses focus on gaining the skills required to get a job in the industry by giving you the tools to move into a rewarding career.
Job Interview Ready
At the conclusion of the course, you will be ready to attend job interviews, backed up by the skills you’ve learnt during your studies. Your portfolio, produced as part of the course, will provide employers with real evidence of your new skillset. Some Bootcamps may provide direct access to job interview opportunities.
Applying online for these courses is easy.
Simply follow the link from your chosen course page to our online application portal,
create a profile and apply for your chosen route.
Need help with deciding on your pathway or have any more questions?
Contact our expert Adult Advice Team on AdultAdvice@exe-coll.ac.uk.
Coaching and Mentoring
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is designed to empower adult professional learners of all levels, equipping you with the tools necessary to excel in in coaching and mentoring.
Construction Multi-trade
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp focuses on developing practical skills for direct application to the construction workplace and will consist of one day a week learning with our subject specialist lecturer. As part of your studies, you will follow and complete practical tasks that will provide you with life skills and confidence to move into the construction industry.
Content Creation
This 14 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp acts as a higher-level skills Bootcamp built on the fundamental skills developed from the Digital Marketing skills Bootcamp. Learners will explore marketing examples, and influencer articles, to examine the creative communication and content approaches used.
Data Analysis
This 15 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is for individuals who want to gain employment in the Digital and Data industry and gain skills in Data Analytics or wish to increase their customer base and develop their business plan. The Data Analytics Bootcamp builds knowledge and practical skills incrementally to prepare learners for careers in data-driven roles.
Dental Nursing
This 12 week Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is tailored for individuals currently unemployed or those working in the dental sector who want to upskill and pursue a career in dental nursing. It will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to take on new roles and responsibilities in your practice.
Digital Marketing
This 14 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp has been designed to give learners the essential skills, knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in today’s fast-moving digital sector. Digital Marketers are tasked to define, design, and build digital campaigns across platforms to drive customer acquisition, retention, and engagement.
Healthcare Assistant
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is for individuals who want to work in the healthcare sector to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required. The course covers theoretical elements of the Care Certificate, as well as building the resilience and confidence needed to work in healthcare and key functional literacy and numeracy skills for the sector.
Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting
This 10 week, part time Level 2 Skills Bootcamp is the perfect introduction for those wanting to understand their business’ finances better, those switching careers or getting started in the professional world, as the programme helps you to understand the fundamental principles and working practises of accountancy.
Leadership and Management
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is designed for those new to leadership and management or considering a career change. It covers essential leadership skills, management strategies, and team development, aiming to enhance career prospects and educational opportunities while providing a strong foundation in leadership and management.
Project Management
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is suited for those new to project management or considering a career change. It covers essential project management principles, stakeholder management, and project planning, aiming to enhance career prospects and educational opportunities while providing a strong foundation in project management.
Software Development
This 12 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is structured to build knowledge and practical skills incrementally. Learners completing this Bootcamp will have an introduction to software development, covering planning, logic, and key methodologies like Agile and Waterfall.
Web Design and Development
This 11 week, part time Level 3 Skills Bootcamp is a hands-on, course designed to equip learners with the skills and confidence needed to plan, build, and maintain modern, responsive websites. Learners completing this Bootcamp will gain a strong foundation in modern web design and development, supported by a portfolio of real-world projects.