People are the most important and valuable asset of any organisation and as such their training and development is vital. Training is essential to give people the necessary skills and competence, as well as improve motivation, and can also lead to a new career.

 

Based in Hartford, Cambridgeshire, West Anglia Training Association Ltd (Wata) offers an extensive portfolio of training and services which include health, safety, and environmental management, skill training (both electrical and mechanical), and leadership and management courses. Wata also trains and assesses young people involved in apprenticeships.

 

Wata is an approved learning provider under the Armed Forces Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme. The ELC scheme provides financial assistance to Service personnel who wish to undertake a training course at level 3 or above on the National Qualifications Framework or level 6 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. Many of the courses, which Wata provides, are ELC accredited.

 

Wata has recently opened its second new training building in five years. The ‘Refectory’ was officially opened last year and has taken Wata’s training facilities to a new level.

 

Wata training can be delivered at its superb training centre, which provides a relaxed learning environment in a rural setting. Alternatively the training can be provided at the customer’s premises. Wata’s business is training and, as such, it has the expertise and commitment to make a difference to the learning experience of its customers. In the current climate it is increasingly important for organisations and individuals to select the best training provider. Wata has over 30 years’ experience of providing quality training. It can be contacted on 01480 435544 or at www.wata.co.uk

 

 

 

 

For Service leavers who are looking for a new career in civilian life, health and safety has become a very popular option. Whether this is because of the overlap in skills between the Forces and a structured profession such as health and safety, or simply the emphasis on protecting and safeguarding others, OMS has had a steady stream of Forces delegates looking to gain NEBOSH qualifications to support their career transition.

The NEBOSH General Certificate is not only an internationally recognised qualification, but has become a mandatory requirement for anybody looking to move into the safety profession. OMS has consistently achieved higher than the national average pass rates in all of its NEBOSH courses and many of its delegates have gone on to further study and successful careers in health and safety.

Carl, a repeat delegate on our NEBOSH courses, explains: ‘I first attended the NEBOSH NGC with OMS in 2008, when I was medically discharged from the Royal Marines after ten years’ service. I have since taken NEBOSH Construction with OMS as well, and was delighted to get a distinction in that at the end of last year. These qualifications have helped me obtain a new career and get my life back on track.’

Many OMS trainers are ex-Forces themselves and have been through the same transition, so they understand the challenges faced and can speak a similar language.
 

For more information please visit the OMS website: www.oms.uk.com or Tel: 0845 1300616.

 

 

 

 

Nuco Training is the UK’s leading independent company in first aid training – and, in particular, for specialised training in First Aid Instructor and Defibrillation Instructor courses. First aid in the workplace is a legal requirement for most UK organisations, which means that there is an ever increasing demand for HSE (Health & Safety Executive) first aid instructors in commerce and industry, with consequent opportunities for employment for the Service leaver.

 

If you are interested in becoming a first aid instructor or a defibrillation instructor then Nuco’s five-day First Aid Instructor course is now a recognised level 3 qualification – including PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector). This means that, in addition to obtaining this ‘stand alone’ PTLLS Professional Training Qualification, the newly qualified trainer will also be equipped to teach the full range of HSE-approved first aid courses.

 

Funding for military personnel
Nuco is a CTP Preferred Supplier for military personnel who are in the process of resettlement and making that all-important transition from a military to a civilian working environment. Nuco is also approved by the MoD in support of the Enhanced Learning Credit (ELC) scheme (provider no. 1349).

 

Nuco delivers its fundable five-day courses at various high-quality venues throughout the UK – usually about three or four courses per month (see website for details).

In addition, Nuco Training is a provider of HSE first aid training itself, along with the Defibrillation Instructor and level 4 CIEH Advanced Health & Safety courses.

 

For further details, contact Nuco Training Ltd, Tel: 08456 444 999 email: enquiries@nucotraining.com Website: www.nucotraining.com or www.nucoplus.com