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Payroll Training includes Sage Payroll
Payroll is among one of the most important functions of an organisation. It manages the financial relationship between employers and employees. This highly popular course includes both theory and digital payroll skills. You will gain practical experien...
CompTIA Certification Bundle with 4 Exams
The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is the association representing the international technology community. Its goal is to provide a unified voice, global advocacy and leadership, and to advance industry growth through standards, pr...
Cyber Security for Beginners with 4 Official CompTIA Exams
If you’ve ever considered working within the cybersecurity industry but felt you lacked the knowledge or skills to launch your career, this might be what you’re looking for. This course bundle is aimed at absolute beginners to IT who want to start a ca...
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (exam included with retake) – 6 Months Access
This certification course will prepare you to successfully lead and execute Lean Six Sigma projects, perform Six Sigma analysis, and use the D.M.A.I.C (Define Measure Analyze Improve Control) methodology. It is comprised of pro...
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (exam included with retake) – 6 Months Access
This certification course will prepare you to successfully lead and execute Lean Six Sigma projects, perform Six Sigma analysis, and use the D.M.A.I.C (Define Measure Analyze Improve Control) methodology. It is comprised of pro...
IT Support Technician Certification Bundle with 5 Exams
This course is aimed at anyone looking to gain entry into the IT field as an IT Support Technician. Support Technicians are the backbone of any IT department. They ensure the smooth running of the IT within a company or organisation and offer guidance...
Hospitality Management Diploma and Advanced Diploma
The ICI hospitality and hotel program has been designed in conjunction with industry leaders and helps you learn the skills you need to succeed in within the industry quickly and conveniently....
Zoology Executive Diploma
Zoo Keeper positions are relatively few and when positions become vacant it is competitive. Training will help assist in setting you apart from other applicants. Aside from employment within Zoo’s work can also be sought as a VET assistant or staff mem...
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...
Sage Payroll Training
Sage Payroll Training is a training course designed to help you learn about Sage Payroll. Sage Payroll is a payroll package that allows users to calculate salary payments for their staff. This training programme is designed to help trainees understand...
PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner
The PRINCE2® Foundation & Practitioner course provides a complete understanding of one of the world’s most widely recognised project management methodologies. It teaches you how to plan, manage, and deliver projects effectively by breaking them int...
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Exam Included)
Six Sigma is a set of techniques and tools for process improvement. It was introduced by engineer Bill Smith while working at Motorola in 1986. Jack Welch made it central to his business strategy at General Electric in 1995. Today it is used in many in...
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (exam included with retake) – 12 Months Access
Six Sigma is a set of techniques and tools for process improvement. It was introduced by engineer Bill Smith while working at Motorola in 1986. Jack Welch made it central to his business strategy at General Electric in 1995. Today it is used in many in...
Payroll Theory for HR
This course is designed to provide Human Resources professionals with a solid grounding in payroll theory and practice. By exploring the core principles, legal frameworks, and operational processes, students will gain the essential knowledge used withi...
Introduction to Financial Markets and Trading
Looking for a solid introduction to trading? Our one-week Introduction to Financial Markets and Trading course is the foundation of any aspiring trader’s journey and will help you become familiar with the daily activities of a trader. You’ll learn how...
Trading Skills Course
Turn your interest in trading into an income stream with this four-week Trading Skills course from LAT. Choose the learning option that suits you best—online, face-to-face or a mix of both—and discover the fundamentals of trading on your schedule. With...
Cisco CCNA and CCNP Bundle with 3 Exams
Achieving CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in networking technologies. To earn your CCNA certification, you only need to pass one exam – which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networ...
Summer Trading School
Enrol in our LAT Summer Trading School programme and get a deep dive into financial markets, how they’re traded and the practicalities of trading from both fundamental and technical perspectives. Get a glimpse into a trader’s day-to-day life by e...
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Why choose the AWS Solutions Architect Associate? Businesses are increasingly relying on cloud solutions, driving high demand for certified professionals. The AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification validates your skills in designing and deploy...
What short courses can I study?
Short courses are offered in a wide range of subjects, some of the most popular being:
- Bookkeeping
- Hospitality
- Childcare
- Event Management
- Administration
- Digital Marketing
- Hairdressing
- Beauty and Make-Up
There also exist short language courses, apprenticeships in manual labour and foundation courses in various domains relating to IT, computing and office administration.
How can I take a short course?
You can take a short course at a college or online, usually after completing secondary education in high school, although former education is not mandatory. The entry requirements will depend on the short course – though many may ask for passes at GSCE/Standard Grade level, there are courses open to those with no qualifications who perhaps instead have experience in a specific domain.
Financial aid and the possibility of taking out a student loan will depend on the length of your short course, your employment status and if you have previously taken out a student loan in the past.
What are the benefits of taking a short course?
The main benefit of taking a short course is that the coursework effectively doubles up as training whilst taking a fraction of the time that an undergraduate course would. After you enrol, you will learn how to work in your chosen subject and hone your professional development – without the financial costs that come with a longer program – in addition to learning new skills and preparing for employment.
The option of online learning also means that you can work around family life, work and other commitments. Online learning is also perfect for those who do not live in close proximity to a college or university.
What can I do after a short course?
After a short course, many students are able to go straight into the domain of their choosing and begin their career as trainees or obtain entry-level positions; the instant training is the main advantage of certain short courses. However, you can also take a short course as a starting point into more advanced courses such as an HNC/HND, or even work towards taking an undergraduate course and then a master’s degree in your chosen subject.
