The Welding Centre of Excellence
Our Welding Centre of Excellence (WCoE) is a state-of-the-art facility developed in direct response to industry demand. Created in partnership with leading organisations, the Centre delivers high-quality, employer-aligned training to meet urgent regional and national skills gaps.
Addressing the welding skills shortage, together
Our goal is simple: to develop a pipeline of skilled welding professionals, from Level 1 to Level 6, equipped for success in a rapidly growing industry.
With a proven track record of working alongside industry to deliver results, we’ve designed the WCoE to be more than just a training space. It’s a hub for workforce development, talent generation, and technical excellence.
What we offer
A clear and supported route into well paid, hands-on careers. Courses on offer range from Level 1 through to Level 6.
Our employer-focused delivery formats ensure training fits around your schedule, with full-time, part-time, and bespoke offerings.
With our extensive industry contacts, we offer direct pathways into apprenticeships and specialist employment.
Gain access to industry-standard welding bays and equipment so you can enter work with confidence and a clear working practice.
Our trainers and assessors have real-world industry experience in multiple different sectors, including construction, infrastructure and manufacturing.
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Civil Engineering is at the heart of modern society. From water systems to waste management, civil engineers design, build, and maintain the essential infrastructure that keeps communities running.
Work in purpose‑built facilities designed to give you the hands‑on skills and confidence you need to step into your career, whether you’re learning electrical work, plumbing, brickwork, carpentry or anything in-between.
With over 120 apprenticeship programmes on offer, including Degree Apprenticeships, Government Apprenticeships, and NHS Apprenticeships, there’s a course to suit all learners – whether you’re just leaving school or returning to education as an adult.