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Heat Pump Training Centre to offer vital upskilling opportunities
Stratford-upon-Avon College has hosted a wealth of local dignitaries and employers at the official launch event for its new Heat Pump Training Centre. Ahead of the official opening, guests toured the new facilities and wider campus and took part in a Warwickshire...
PTP Distinction Achieved by Chris Caddick
Huge congratulations to Chris Caddick at A.F Blakemore and Sons, who proudly received his certificates on Friday after achieving a Distinction in his Level 3 Team Leading Apprenticeship. Chris's achievement is a true testament to his hard work, resilience, and...
Celebrating Apprentice Success at PTP Training
At Performance Through People, our purpose has always been clear: to help individuals and organisations grow through high-quality learning and development. Our 2024 - 2025 apprenticeship achievement outcomes are a powerful reflection of that commitment - and we are...
From Apprentice to Real‑Life Tooth Fairy: Jessica Hemmings
Performance Through People is proud to celebrate the achievements of Jessica Hemmings, whose journey from learner to confident, skilled, and inspiring Dental Nurse perfectly captures the power of apprenticeships. Jessica completed her Dental Nurse apprenticeship with...
SCCB unveils retrofit training houses to support construction skills
South & City College Birmingham (SCCB) welcomed Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, to officially unveil two purpose-built training houses designed to equip students with the skills needed to retrofit older homes and install the latest smart technologies....
Digibus out and about in local community
Halesowen College’s state-of-the-art digital bus CEDRIC has been out and about in Stourbridge to help bring digital skills to local people. CEDRIC (acronym for Creating Engaging Digital Resources in the Community) is equipped with IT equipment and works with local...
PTP Training Launches Welding Programme to Tackle Regional Skills Gap
Performance Through People (PTP), a leading Midlands-based training provider, has announced the launch of its latest Practical Welding Skills Programme: MIG, TIG & MMA Fundamentals, delivered at its Walsall training centre two days per week over six weeks. Funding...
Case study: HydraPower dynamics & The Sandwell Colleges
1. Company Overview hydraPower dynamics is a large hose and tube manufacturer based in Birmingham. It partners with a broad spectrum of industries to offer a comprehensive hose and tube manufacturing service. Seamlessly bridging innovative design with precise...
LSIF funds Immersive room which brings 360 simulations to life
Students at Solihull College & University Centre’s Woodlands Campus are enjoying the benefits of 360-degree simulations thanks to a new state-of-the-art immersive classroom, funded by the Local Skills Improvement Fund (LSIF) The room allows students to...
Apprentice Wednesday: PTP’s Codi Clarke Achieves Distinction in Her Customer Service Apprenticeship
As PTP continues to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026 through professional development and apprenticeship pathways, we are proud to celebrate the achievements of those who go above and beyond. One such success story is Codi Clarke, who has recently completed...
