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Tameside Skills Centre

Courses for 16 - 18 year olds.

🌟 Welcome 🌟

Are you aged 16–18 and looking for a supportive, hands-on way to build your skills, confidence, and career prospects? At our Tameside Skills Centre, we offer courses designed to help you take the next step β€” whether that’s further education, training or employment.

Our Tameside Training Centre, part of The Growth Company, is based in Ashton-under-Lyne (just behind Cineworld), only a 5-minute walk from the Metrolink and town centre.

What We Offer

Health & Social Care – Level 1

Learn how to support others and make a difference in your community. These courses are perfect if you're interested in working in care, nursing or health services.

Construction Multi-skills – Level 1

This course provides hands-on training in a range of essential construction trades, building a strong foundation for a career in the industry.

Customer Service – Level 2

Develop the communication and problem-solving skills employers are looking for. Great for all careers.

Employability Skills – Level 1 & 2

Get job-ready with essential skills like CV writing, interview techniques, teamwork and time management.

Maths & English – Functional Skills (Entry 3 to Level 2) & GCSE

Boost your confidence in everyday maths and English. Whether you're catching up or aiming higher, we’ll support you every step of the way.

PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Economic Education)

Build life skills that matter β€” from mental health awareness and healthy relationships to money management and decision-making.

Contact Details:

T. 0161 359 3017
E. Tameside@gceducationandskills.ac.uk

Our Programmes in More Detail

Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service

24-30 weeks
2
Skills Centres
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Level 1 in Construction Multi-skills

24-30 weeks
1
Various locations in Greater Manchester
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Level 1 Certificate for Working in the Health, Adult and Child Care Sectors

24-30 weeks
1
Various locations in Greater Manchester
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Level 1 and Level 2 Employability Skills

Various
Entry 3 to Level 2
Skills Centres
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Tameside Training Centre

Who to contact at this Training Centre if you are concerned about yourself or a friend/peer:

Jill Husdon - Training Centre Manager

T. 0161 359 3017

E. Jill.Hudson@gceducationandskills.ac.uk