About Us
EAL-Accredited Trainers
We are a team of trained engineers, experienced in the delivery of qualifications and skills.
Skillstart is a centre accredited by EAL for the awarding of:
Skillstart is a centre accredited by EAL for the awarding of:
- National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)
- Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQs)
Key Stage 4 & 5 Training
We currently work with schools across Wales, providing vocational training for Key Stage 4 and 5.
We also work in partnership with work-based learning providers and other organisations, offering a flexible service delivering training either at customers' establishments or at our specially equipped centre in Cardigan.
Services
Schools
Key Stage 4
National Vocational Qualifications and Vocationally Related Qualifications at Level 1 and 2.
Optional units include:
Metal based courses
- Practical hand fitting techniques
- Practical sheet metal and assembly techniques
- Practical mechanical assembly techniques
- Practical use of wood for engineering application
- Practical assembly of engineering woodwork components
- Practical 2D CAD draughting techniques
- Practical 2D CAD draughting techniques
- Practical 3D CAD modelling
- Practical additive manufacturing (3D printing)
Key Stage 5
- Level 3 subsidiary diploma in Engineering Technologies (A Level equivalent)
- Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technologies (1.5 A Level equivalent)
What We Provide
- Registration and certification with the awarding body
- A curriculum portfolio for each student
- Prepared project materials (we keep supplying these until the student completes the course)
- Internal quality assurance
- Accredited centre
- Feedback and mentoring for delivery staff
- Curriculum training for delivery staff by arrangement if required
- Risk assessments for course activities
- Delivery staff support workbook
Corporate / Individual
Apprenticeships
For employers and WBL providers operating apprenticeship schemes, we can offer the competency and principles components of the required framework.
Engineering Skills Training
We offer a selection of tailored engineering training programmes to suit customers' requirements, either to gain accredited qualifications or to develop and enhance technical skills.
The Engineering subjects covered can include:
- Welding (MIG, TIG and MMA)
- Bench Fitting
- Sheet Metal Work
- CAD
- Electrical Installation
- Engineering Drawing
Engineering
In-house Engineering Services
We are able to offer a range of engineering services to include:
- Welding, including stainless steel and aluminium
- Specialist production of machined parts
- Maintenance of workshop equipment
- Bespoke project work
