About Our Training Centre
Ready to transform your career at Pitman Training Cardiff? Our courses give you the practical skills employers want—study from home, at work, or right here with us. We build confidence, teach valuable skills, and help people become more effective at work.
Our results speak for themselves: 97% of learners achieve a pass or better, and over 70% secure employment within 6 months.
Our training facility offers a relaxed, welcoming space where you can focus on building your future. You’ll find us located in the city centre, on the 2nd floor of Castle House, right across from Cardiff Castle’s main entrance, next to the Welsh Gift shop.
explore Our Diplomas
With 180+ years of changing lives, Pitman Training has the courses and diplomas you need. Whether you’re learning new skills, rejoining the workforce, or training a whole team, we’ve got you covered.
Popular Courses, Diplomas & Seminars
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Secretarial Courses
Secretarial Diploma
This diploma will give you a great grounding in essential secretarial skills. The training is hands-on and practical, so you can be confident of being…
IT Courses (incl. A+)
IT Support Technician Diploma with CompTIA
This diploma will teach you how to install, repair, upgrade, and maintain PCs and operating systems. This is an excellent choice if you’re looking to…
General Office Skills Courses
Office IT Diploma
This diploma will help you gain a key skillset most office staff are required to possess. You’ll study key Microsoft Office courses (Word, Excel, Outlook…
Touch Typing Courses
Typaz
In just 25 hours speeds of 20-40+ words per minute are perfectly achievable, even if you have little prior experience. Comprising 10 lessons, you’ll also…
Microsoft Office
Excel
Microsoft Excel is the world’s most popular spreadsheet program. In Part 1, you will learn how to use the core features of Excel, such as…
Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Terminology
This course helps you get under the skin of commonly used medical terminology across a wide range of disciplines. You’ll also have the opportunity to…
Shorthand & Speedwriting Courses
SpeedWriting
Our SpeedWriting course is a new way to learn the BakerWrite™ SpeedWriting system in just six hours. It will help you accurately record the spoken…
EA/PA Courses
Executive PA Seminar
This seminar is run on a one or two-day basis and takes an in-depth look at the role of the Executive PA and the importance…
General Office Skills Courses
Professional Receptionist Seminar
This is a one-day seminar that takes an in-depth look at the vital role of the receptionist and the important contribution they make to the…
EA/PA Courses
Meetings and Minutes Seminar
This one-day tutor-led seminar is one of our most popular seminars ideal for anyone involved in organising meetings and taking notes at those meetings. You’ll…
how our Training Works
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Personalised Learning Path
We start with an informal chat with our friendly Admissions Adviser to understand your needs, your questions about getting started, current skills, career goals and the path to help you succeed in your chosen field. Then, we help you select the right course or diploma programme for your ambitions.
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Your Schedule, Your Way
Start anytime with flexible hours—we’re open 6 days a week, including two late evenings until 8 PM. Study in-centre, remotely, or through a blended approach that suits your life. Distance learning options are available if you can’t travel regularly. We currently support students from Merthyr, Pontypridd, Tonypandy, Caerphilly, Bargoed, Monmouth, Chepstow and Brecon.
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Career Paths We Support
Looking to become a Receptionist, Admin Assistant, Medical or Legal Secretary, Executive PA, Bookkeeper, IT Technician, or Web Design Specialist? We’ll help you get there with nationally and internationally recognised qualifications.
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Funding Options
Money shouldn’t stop your progress. We offer interest-free career development loans, access to government funding schemes, and tailored payment plans to make your training affordable.
Our Learning Environment

Step into a comfortable space where the kettle stays hot!
Our centre features three spacious training rooms accommodating up to 50 students, modern technology, a comfortable student lounge for breaks, and a fully stocked kitchen with tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits. Join our morning breakfast club for toast, crumpets and croissants—a quiet moment before your studies begin.
The People Who Support You

RUBY

HAZIAH

HIRAL

PHILL
What makes our centre stand out? Our training supervisors—Phill, Hazia, Ruby and Hiral—were once Pitman students themselves. They understand exactly what you’re experiencing.
We take time to know each student personally, matching courses to your specific goals. You’ll work with a dedicated mentor who’ll motivate and guide you every step, whether studying in our centre or remotely.

TEAM CARDIFF
Business Training

Workplace Skills Development
What makes our centre stand out? Our training supervisors—Phill, Hazia, Ruby and Hiral—were once Pitman students themselves. They understand exactly what you’re experiencing.
We take time to know each student personally, matching courses to your specific goals. You’ll work with a dedicated mentor who’ll motivate and guide you every step, whether studying in our centre or remotely.
REACT Funding Support
Recently made redundant?
If you’re serving notice or were made redundant within the last three months, you may qualify for REACT funding—a Welsh Government scheme supported by the European Social Fund offering up to £1,500 for training costs.
Visit us for an informal coffee and chat to discuss your previous role and jobs you’d like to apply for and create a tailored training plan. With our help, you’ll develop skills that attract future employers and return to work quickly.
For REACT information: Call us on 029 2034 2020 or Careers Wales on 0800 028 4844.
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