Explore short courses delivered in partnership with BMET. More programmes launching soon — watch this space.
Entry Requirements
All applicants will complete an initial Maths and English assessment at our BMet Matthew Boulton campus. Learners should be working at Level 1 in both subjects. If you’re not quite there yet, we’ll guide you towards alternative courses that better suit your needs.
Digital Skills
Build confidence in everyday digital skills, improve money management, and explore an introduction to AI — practical tools for modern life.
Assessment: 13 April 2026 – James Watt College
Start Date: 20 April 2026
Duration: 3 days per week (Mon–Wed), 9 weeks (8:30am–3:30pm)
What you’ll cover:
Level 1 Health & Safety • Base Coats & Finishes • Rendering • Skimming & Final Polish
Delivery Location: Erdington Skills Centre
Hospitality Skills
Gain entry-level skills in the fast-growing hospitality sector. Learn teamwork, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and get support with your job search.
Assessment: 13 April 2026, 10am – Matthew Boulton College
Start Date: 22 April 2026
Duration: 2 days per week, 3 weeks (9:30am–2:30pm)
What you’ll cover:
Food & Hygiene • Hospitality Essentials • Health & Safety • Teamwork • CV Writing • Job Search • Interview Skills
Delivery Location: Matthew Boulton College
Jennens Road, Birmingham B4 7PS
Level 2 Certificate – Plaster Skimming
Train in a purpose-built facility and learn to strip, reboard and skim walls and ceilings. Includes Health & Safety, building basics, and guidance on starting your own business — taught by experienced industry professionals.
Assessment: 13 April 2026 – James Watt College
Start Date: 20 April 2026
Duration: 3 days per week (Mon–Wed), 9 weeks (8:30am–3:30pm)
What you’ll cover:
Level 1 Health & Safety • Base Coats & Finishes • Rendering • Skimming & Final Polish
Delivery Location: Erdington Skills Centre
Horticulture
Develop hands-on skills in planting, ground preparation, pruning, turf care, mowing, and basic landscaping.
Assessment: 13 April 2026, 9am – Sutton Coldfield College
Start Date: 13 April 2026
Duration: 3 days per week (Mon, Tue, Thu), 6 weeks (9am–4pm)
Qualification: L1 Practical Horticulture Skills Certificate
Delivery Location: Sutton Coldfield College
34 Lichfield Road, B74 2NW