Educ8 Training partners with businesses across Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend, Swansea and the wider South Wales region to deliver workforce development programmes that improve performance, retention and staff progression.
Our employer training solutions are designed to align with business goals while helping organisations access funded apprenticeship opportunities.
What support is available to my business?
We’re proud of our Welsh roots and passionate about making a positive impact on communities and industries – it’s our mission to support Welsh businesses.
As a business based in Wales, you could access free training for your staff. We can help them to develop existing or build new skills which your employees can then inject into your business. And if you’re recruiting new staff, which can be time-consuming and expensive, we can even support you with their recruitment at no cost.
As one of only ten Welsh Government contracted training providers, we are able to offer free, fully-funded training and help with the recruitment of new staff. We’re passionate about supporting Welsh companies and helping you access the funding available.
Many of our courses are available to anyone over the age of 16 and are offered across a range of industries, from business, health and social care, and childcare, to animal care, hairdressing, and energy management.
If you’re looking to upskill your staff and energise your business without a cost to your bottom line, there has never been a better time to consider apprenticeship training.
As a business in Wales, you can benefit from a variety of free training opportunities for your employees.
Our apprenticeships are available across a wide range of sectors. From specialist training in areas such as hairdressing and energy management to essential business skills like leadership and project management, there’s something to support every kind of industry.
By taking advantage of this training, your business can reap the rewards in productivity, staff morale and retention, and much more.
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Why is staff development important?
For businesses to grow, there needs to be new ways of working and new skills and ideas injected into the business. By developing your staff, they will learn new skills that they can use in their job, helping to boost the company. For companies struggling with staff retention, offering employees training and development makes them feel valued and helps with motivation.
We are here to support and grow your business. As our qualifications are fully-funded, there is no cost to you as the business, or the employee. Our fully-funded courses are a fantastic way to upskill your current staff with the latest skills and training or help with recruiting new staff to fill vacancies.
Why choose Educ8 Training?
As a prime contract holder, we are one of ten chosen apprenticeship providers that have a contract to deliver learning through Welsh Government funding.
Educ8 Training has a reputation for high quality employer and learner feedback. 100% of employers rate Educ8 as ‘Good to Excellent’ and 100% of employers would recommend Educ8 as a training provider to other companies. And 100% of employers agree that apprenticeships have helped in developing their staff. Our accolades include Investors in People (IIP) Platinum accreditation and we’ve been recognised as the ‘#1 Best Organisation To Work For in Education and Training’. We also made the ‘Top 5 Best Mid-Sized Companies To Work For in the UK’.
Employers we work with are a name and not a number. We care about your business and work with you, taking time to understand your business needs. Our dedicated team of account managers carry out a skills analysis to identify the gaps in your business. Our bespoke qualifications, which are a mix of mandatory and optional units, tailor the training to the job role and your business. Our 2022 learner and employer survey found that 100% of employers reported that Educ8 met or exceeded their organisational needs.
Your staff and business are in safe hands with Educ8. Our quality teaching and tailored qualifications are the reason so many businesses already work with us. Your staff will be taught by our qualified and experienced subject experts. We even support learners through essential skills in maths and English.
Well-connected in the business world, we are members of the Institute of Directors and partner with colleges, other training providers, Careers Wales and Welsh Government.
Yes. In fact, many apprentices across Wales are adults already in employment who are looking to develop new skills, gain qualifications or progress into more senior roles. Apprenticeships provide a practical way for employees to learn while continuing to work, making them an effective tool for professional development and career progression.
Yes. Our apprenticeship programmes are fully funded by the Welsh Government, subject to eligibility criteria. Funding can help employers invest in workforce development without the significant costs often associated with traditional training programmes. Our team can guide employers through the process and help identify suitable apprenticeship opportunities.
Absolutely! Apprenticeships are one of the most effective ways to develop existing employees. Many employers use apprenticeships to strengthen leadership capability, improve digital skills, support succession planning and create progression opportunities for their workforce. Employees remain in their current role while gaining valuable knowledge, skills and recognised qualifications.
Apprenticeships can support a wide range of industries and job roles. At Educ8 Training, we deliver programmes across areas including leadership and management, digital marketing, business administration, customer service, health and social care, childcare, education, energy and carbon management, and hospitality, to name a few. Apprenticeships are designed to develop practical workplace skills that align with industry needs.
Yes. Apprentices are employees and can work full time while completing their apprenticeship. Learning is designed to fit around the workplace, allowing apprentices to develop new skills and knowledge while continuing to contribute to their organisation in real time. This enables employers to benefit from immediate application of learning within the role.
There is no upper age limit for apprenticeships. Apprenticeships are available to eligible individuals aged 16 and over, making them suitable for both young people in the workforce and experienced employees looking to upskill, retrain or progress their careers
Apprenticeships provide benefits for both employers and employees. They help businesses develop a skilled workforce, improve productivity, strengthen leadership capability and address skills gaps. For employees, apprenticeships offer recognised qualifications, professional development opportunities and the chance to apply learning directly within their role. They are a practical and cost-effective way to support long-term business growth and workforce development.
Yes. Employees are more likely to stay with organisations that invest in their development. Apprenticeships demonstrate a commitment to employee growth and career progression, helping businesses improve engagement, increase job satisfaction and build loyalty. Many employers find that apprenticeships play an important role in attracting, developing and retaining talented staff.
Absolutely. As businesses continue to adapt to digital transformation, digital skills are becoming increasingly important across all sectors. Apprenticeships in areas such as Digital Marketing can help employees develop expertise in social media, SEO, content creation, campaign management, analytics and digital strategy. Developing digital skills through apprenticeships can help organisations improve their online presence, strengthen customer engagement and future-proof their workforce.
