Give your career a kickstart!

Whether you’re currently in a job looking to progress or considering a career switch, it’s important to continuously learn new skills to stay competitive and move forward. There are various options to support this, often funded or partly funded through programs like the Personal Learning Account (PLA). For more information on the PLA, visit Careers Wales.

Bangor University Short Courses and CPD Training offers a diverse range of short courses and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities designed to enhance professional skills, re-skill, or explore new interests. Courses are delivered by academic experts and industry professionals, available both on-campus and online. Key areas include Business and Executive Education, Criminology, Education, Environment, Health and Social Care, and Languages. These courses are flexible and inclusive, catering to various levels and schedules.

Wrexham University Short Courses offers a variety of short courses designed to help individuals learn new skills or develop existing ones. These courses are available as day or evening classes, with some offered online to accommodate different schedules. Subjects range from sports coaching to digital marketing, career development to IT skills. Many of these courses are free for students living in Wales, providing accessible opportunities for professional growth.

The Open University in Wales Microcredentials are short, professional development courses aimed at quickly building in-demand career skills. These courses typically last 10-12 weeks and require 10-13 hours of study per week. They cover a range of subjects such as Leadership and Management, Computing and Digital Technologies, Environment, Climate Change and Sustainability, and Teacher Development. Microcredentials offer practical skills and can contribute to further qualifications.