Choosing to embark on training really will change your working life, whether you’re seeking new skills to help you work smarter, updating your ability to reach for a promotion, or wanting to learn skills for a profession new to you. From professionals wanting to advance their skillset, to individuals wanting to return to work after a career break, or step into an entirely new role, we’ve trained thousands of people from a wide range of businesses and backgrounds. Read just some of our past learners’ success stories below.

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Aurelija – Armed with her AAT Level 2, Aura takes on book-keeping duties!

Aurelija – Armed with her AAT Level 2, Aura takes on book-keeping duties!

My boss wanted to give me some book-keeping work, he thought it would be good for me to take a course for the basics. I searched online for training and found Pitman, I made the query and André rang. We had a good chat, then I came back with my decision and got started.

Viv completes her Accounting Technician training and has already started her own business!

Viv completes her Accounting Technician training and has already started her own business!

Viv decided to undertake training to get new skills and open up new job opportunities. When searching online for training providers, Viv recognised the name of Pitman Training, trusted us over the other companies she found, and decided to ‘go with what she knows’, as she knew we would be able to deliver high quality training.

Reading student Caroline Ritchie becomes a Legal Secretary!

Reading student Caroline Ritchie becomes a Legal Secretary!

"Before this I had not done a training courses in years! However, with the help of all the Staff at Pitman Training Reading I felt confident in my abilities. If I ever got stuck they were always there to give me the support I needed."

Volunteer Michael successfully gains his Microsoft Office Diploma

Volunteer Michael successfully gains his Microsoft Office Diploma

"The learning experience at Pitman was better than any I had at school or college. Staff are friendly and respectful, treating you like an adult at all times. I have found the course really useful and am hoping it will help me to gain employment in my chosen field. I have taught my parents some of the skills I have learned which has opened up a whole new world to them also."

Alexandra Hodgens gains confidence and optimism with her new AAT qualification

Alexandra Hodgens gains confidence and optimism with her new AAT qualification

Alexandra Hodgens was originally from Russia. When she came to the UK 5 years ago she didn’t speak any English and knew that finding a job was going to be near impossible.

Louise Taub: Finds a new direction with the help of Pitman Training Bishop’s Stortford

Louise Taub: Finds a new direction with the help of Pitman Training Bishop’s Stortford

"Having sold the family business my husband and I had run for over 15 years, and also having just turned 40, I was at a loss where to look next. It has always felt odd to me to have time on my hands and I was determined that it wasn't time to kick back and retire just yet!"

Reading student Katie Mathews is well on the way to being a top PA!

Reading student Katie Mathews is well on the way to being a top PA!

After studying her ‘Professional Executive PA with Level 2 AAT Qualification’ with Pitman Training, Katie was snapped up due to her extensive skillset and engaging personality.

Chelmsford student, Charlotte King, achieves her Diploma whilst working full time!

Chelmsford student, Charlotte King, achieves her Diploma whilst working full time!

Christmas arrives early for one student – after working hard on her Diploma despite taking up a full time role Charlotte was over the moon to pick up her Certificate

Barbara Booth updates her skills with Pitman Training Peterborough

Barbara Booth updates her skills with Pitman Training Peterborough

“I worked as a Legal Secretary to a Senior Partner in the Solicitor’s office for 10 years but then took a career break to raise my son."