Workforce and skills
A talented innovation ready workforce is essential to unlock the growth potential of the technologies needed for manufacturing and industrial strategy success in the UK. At the forefront of manufacturing and engineering technology development, the High Value Manufacturing Catapult has deep insights into the impacts of emerging technology on the jobs, occupations and skills requirements of today and in the future.
We are working in partnership with industry, governments and with educators to turn the extraordinary into the everyday – building the technology knowledge and skills of the workforce, from the board room to the shop floor. This includes by anticipating and preparing for the future skills required for industrial transformation so that the manufacturing sector thrives in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Our six innovation centres, located nationwide, bring together the expertise, knowledge and experience of thousands of scientists, engineers and technologists. They help shape a comprehensive portfolio of training and education programmes focused on HVM Catapult’s wide range of industrial and technology specialisms.
Designed to meet business need, these programmes are enhanced by access to state-of-the-art industrial facilities where learners can engage with cutting-edge tools, techniques and processes.
Training programmes
AMRC training centre
The University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre delivers foundation, advanced and degree-level apprenticeships to develop important skills for technicians and engineers. It also offers CPD courses for those currently in the workforce, including in areas such as electrical engineering, robotics, machining, metals and materials.
CPI’s RNA training academy
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MTC Training
MTC Training is developing the next generation of engineering talent as well as upskilling and reskilling the current workforce. They provide specialist programmes to help close the skills gap, accelerating innovation through technology including through full funded apprenticeships and commercial CPD courses.
NCC skills & training
NCC Skills & Training reskill and upskill teams and individuals. They offer a range of online courses, alongside bespoke training programmes for your manufacturing company.
Manufacturing Skills Academy at NMIS
The Manufacturing Skills Academy at NMIS offers CPD courses, foundation apprenticeships and graduate training in digital manufacturing. Key topics include cybersecurity, supply chain development, operational excellence, artificial intelligence, visualisation and strategy development.
WMG skills centre
The WMG Skills Centre delivers short courses for upskilling your workforce. These include engineering, technology, supply chain, automotive electrification, automotive battery engineering, automotive power electronics and motor drives, digital manufacturing and digital healthcare.