A certificate course is similar to a diploma in that you gain a qualification at the end of it and it is shorter than a degree course. However, unlike a diploma, certificate courses usually take months instead of years to complete. Certificate courses are based around a specific skill or career, and although less involved than a degree or diploma, they can help you increase your knowledge, gain accreditation for your current role or get your foot in the door for a career you are interested in. Check out our range of certificate courses and get started today!
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Nursing Assistant Certificate
Nursing assistant careers may not be for the faint of heart but they’re unique in all they have to offer. After all, not all professionals can sincerely say their job makes a positive and lasting difference to people’s lives, at least not in a way that...
Massage Certificate
Massage careers are an exciting professional avenue perfect for those passionate about making people’s lives better through their work. Alongside the other perks of the job such as the ability to set up your own practice and work from home, it’s no won...
Forensics Certificate
Are you after an exciting career where no day is ever the same? If so, a forensics career may be the thing for you. Forensics jobs (also known as criminalistics) involve using the very best of science to help the police catch criminals and build eviden...
Beauty Therapy & Make Up Certificate
Beauty therapy is an exciting area of study, perfect for those with a special interest in makeup, hair and beauty, and helping people look and feel better about themselves. The Beauty Therapy & Make Up Certificate is perfect for aspiring beautician...
Criminal Psychology Certificate
If you’ve always been fascinated by the psychology of criminal behaviour and would like to learn more about the fine intersection of psychology and the criminal justice system, then you might find criminal psychology an exciting study area to pursue. T...
Teacher’s Aide/Teaching Assistant Certificate
The teaching assistant role involves supporting both teachers and pupils in ensuring that the latter group has everything they need to succeed educationally. If what you’ve always wanted is a job that would allow you to make a real difference to people...
Photography Certificate
Does photography occupy a special place in your heart? Do you have dreams of training to become a world-class photographer and getting paid for your passion? Then, you’ve come to the right place. This Photography Diploma is a photography course like no...
Pharmacy Assistant Certificate
Become a Pharmacy Assistant. The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from highly qualified and experienced professionals. The retail pharmacy is a vital health advisory centre in which graduates play an important role in. The cour...
Payroll Theory
The 2 Days Payroll Theory Training combines the essential elements for you to understand the core requirements of UK Payroll legislation in respect of tax and NICs system, Deductions like maternity, sick pay, annual leave, Pensions, and more as dictate...
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in HR Practice
CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you an accredited route into the Human Resources industry. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 3 Certificate online, allowing you to stud...
CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in HR Management
CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you an accredited route into the Human Resources industry. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 5 Certificate online, allowing you to stud...
CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in L&D
CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you the opportunity to gain credibility in the Learning and Development field. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 5 Certificate online,...
MSP Practitioner
Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)® can be likened to a film director: just as a film director oversees all aspects of production from scene to scene and through to the final product, the MSP® certification oversees all aspects of project and program...
AgilePM Foundation & Practitioner
AgilePM can be best described as creating a brand new dish: instead of writing out a complex recipe, you start off with what you know has worked for your past dishes. As you progress, you add more of one ingredient and then more of another, gradually t...
AgilePM Practitioner
AgilePM can be best described as creating a brand new dish: instead of writing out a complex recipe, you start off with what you know has worked for your past dishes. As you progress, you add more of one ingredient and then more of another, gradually t...
PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner
PRINCE2® is like a recipe book for project management: just like a recipe book provides step-by-step instructions for preparing a dish, PRINCE2® provides a structured framework for managing projects. It helps ensure that all the necessary steps are fol...
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping is perfect if you have no or minimal bookkeeping experience, or if you haven’t yet mastered essential skills like double-en...
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is the first step towards a successful accounting and finance career. It’s perfect if you have no accounting experience or if you...
AAT Level 2 Certificate and Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The combined AAT Level 2 Certificate and Level 3 Diploma in Accounting course allows you to study the first two AAT qualification levels in one convenient, affordable pack...
The Complete CompTIA Master Certification Bundle
Gain the vital knowledge needed to pass some of the most sought-after certifications in the IT industry with this incredible 9-course bundle. There are millions of open IT positions in the world. Whether you’re just starting your IT career or you...
Online Certificate courses also available
How long are certificate courses?
Certificate courses usually take 3-6 months to complete, depending on your level and the area of study you wish to pursue. You can take a certificate course either at an institution or study it entirely online. Online courses are great for those who want flexibility and to study at their own pace from anywhere in the United Kingdom. You can also rest assured that the courses will cover everything you need to know to achieve your professional goals.
Who should take a certificate course?
Certificate courses range from entry level to level 8 while the specific course you take depends on your current level of experience. They cover a range of subject areas from data analysis to English language certificates, with a recognised qualification at the end of the course. For example, you can obtain an official Certificate in Bookkeeping if you have some experience and want to gain official accreditation by the Institution of Certified Bookkeepers; or if you are looking to increase your skills in bookkeeping for your own business.Â
As well as courses which require some prior skills or knowledge, there are also recognised certificate courses such as the NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety, which are suitable for anyone without experience looking to get into construction and/or health and safety. There are a variety of certificate courses available online which are open to those with experience as well as those without, including:
- CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in HR Practice
- Web Design and Development Certificate (RQF) Level 3
- Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care
- CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership
- Certificate in Xero Accounting
- Certified Associate in Project Management
As well as certificates to help you get into (or progress in) a particular career, there are also certificate courses available for those from a more academic background. Higher education and postgraduate certificates are designed for those who have completed A-Levels or a bachelor’s degree and are looking to further their study. They are often the equivalent of a master’s or a bachelor’s degree, but are generally shorter courses and don’t include a dissertation at the end. These, too, can be studied online.
How can a certificate course help me in my career?
Upon successful completion of your certificate course, you will have opened up a new world of opportunity. Some certificate courses such as the NEBOSH health and safety certificates are widely recognised qualifications, often required for work in health and safety roles.Â
Certificate courses can also be a huge part of your CPD (continuous personal/professional development) as they show that you are keen to increase your skills and knowledge by learning new things; whether it’s for a new career or to keep up to date with new information for your current role.