Skills Bootcamps for Londoners
Skills Bootcamps for Londoners are free, short training courses designed to help Londoners aged 19+ gain practical, in-demand skills that can lead to better work in 11 priority sectors.
About Skills Bootcamps for Londoners
Whether you're looking to return to work, move forward in your current role, or explore a new career path, Skills Bootcamps for Londoners offer a free way to gain in-demand skills in one of 11 priority sectors for London’s economy.
Skills Bootcamps for Londoners are part of the Government’s Skills for Life programme, funded by the UK Government and supported by the Mayor of London. Each course is co-designed by employers to help you use the skills you've gained to progress in your career. Employability support (including support with getting interviews) is built into every Skills Bootcamp.
Courses are between 2 and 16 weeks long. There are part-time and full-time options, both in-person and hybrid (a mix of in-person and online).
If you're an employer, see how your business can get involved.
Skills Bootcamps support training in 11 priority sectors:
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Construction | Green Skills | Technical
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Digital | Creative | Finance & Professional Services
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Hospitality | Logistics | Retail
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Health (including Life Sciences) & Social Care | Early Years
Courses are delivered at Levels 2–5, with Digital and Creative Bootcamps offered at Levels 3–5 only.
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Skills Bootcamps for Londoners – Free training to boost your career
What you'll learn
Skills Bootcamps help you develop technical and professional skills to support your career progression. Each Skills Bootcamp is designed to focus on a specific set of skills. You can expect:
- hands-on training and practical experience
- guidance on workplace culture and expectations in the sector
- networking with employers and peers
- support with CVs and job applications
- help with getting interviews in your sector.
The Skills Bootcamp helped me transition from education to employment. I gained confidence, technical skills, and a job offer.
How to apply
To apply:
- Explore Skills Bootcamps near you by sector or borough (location).
- Check the eligibility and course details.
- Apply through the provider’s website.
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Information about Skills Bootcamps for Londoners funding available for potential suppliers.
Skills Bootcamps training courses help Londoners aged 19+ develop new skills that employers are looking for.
We're working to give Londoners and employers the skills to succeed in a fair, inclusive society and thriving economy.
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