The Department for Education has given South Yorkshire £3m to continue and expand Skills Bootcamps provision across the region.
Fliss Miller, Director of Skills at the South Yorkshire Combined Authority, said: “This next set of funding we are announcing today is a huge achievement in helping to address the skills requirements of South Yorkshire.
“This £3m in funding will help to deliver skills development for people across the region who have a keen interest in specific career areas.
“It is essential that we continue to be able to offer full-time, part-time, and short courses that develop the skills and knowledge of all learners, no matter where they are at in their career.
“This is just another step for us to help meet skills gaps in the region and help with industry demand in the future.”
Skills Bootcamps are part of the Government’s Skills for Life strategy, designed to help those aged 19+ onto the career ladder, get back into work or progress in work while also helping employers meet skills needs across the region.
The courses are flexible and can last up to 16 weeks, whilst providing individuals with the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and an offer of a guaranteed interview with a local employer upon completion of the course.
Skills Bootcamps are a great opportunity for South Yorkshire residents to upskill and explore new careers opportunities in a variety of sectors.
Designed with employers, Skills Bootcamps courses are aligned to industry needs, bridging the gap between the regional skills demand and its supply.
This funding allows the SYMCA to offer accessible, life-changing opportunities that will enable individuals to:
• Learn new skills, setting them on a path to a rewarding career
• Kickstart their careers or transition back into the workforce
• Progress further in their career
From April 2024 those eligible for the Skills Bootcamps will be able to apply directly to the providers who will be delivering across the following areas:
• Digital
• Green Skills
• Construction and the Built Environment
• Business and Administration services
• Creative
