Babcock is the largest private sector provider of vocational training in the UK. Organisations, ranging from the military to the emergency services and from local authorities to commercial organisations, trust us to deliver their training needs. In return they receive a world-class solution that saves them money.
Babcock helps thousands of organisations to get the best out of their people. We develop and deliver a broad range of tailored training programmes for the private and public sector.
Vocational Training
With a history of delivering high quality training, support and assessment dating back to 1983, Babcock works in partnership with many leading organisations. We currently manage the training of over 22,000 learners nationwide, working in partnership with over 6,000 commercial employers.
Babcock offers a broad range of qualifications, including apprenticeships, advanced apprenticeships, NVQs, skills for life, technical certificates and bespoke courses.
The company offers apprenticeships and qualifications across many areas, including; Automotive, Engineering, Hospitality, Retail, Leisure, Customer Services, Management and Health & Social Care.
We are proud to work with some of the leading organisations in the UK, including BMW, De Vere Hotels, EDF Energy, Network Rail, Mitchells & Butlers and VW Group. Find out more.
Safety Training
Babcock is one of the largest civilian providers of tri-service training and training support to armed forces in the UK and overseas.
We provide circa 400,000 training hours for military personnel each year. In addition to delivering training and associated support to all three services, we are able to offer the same facilities and instruction to other organisations.
Through this, private industry can benefit from high quality training that meets the rigorous standards expected by the military. Find out more
Fire & Rescue Training
Bespoke training for Fire & Rescue services personnel is delivered in purpose-built facilities constructed under a PFI arrangement between Babcock and the Fire authorities. Providing the most up-to-date training in fire, rescue, management, health and safety, these unique facilities are also available to commercial organisations:
Professional Training for the Education sector
Our company provides innovative and motivational training courses and conferences for personnel involved in children's services. Our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme for teachers and education practitioners in Surrey can be viewed via the CPD online website.
Career Management & Outplacement Training
Babcock provides career management / transition and outplacement support for organisations and individuals facing change – for internal and external customers across the UK, from public and private sector organisations.
Our flexible and tailored services have enabled staff and managers from all levels to fulfill their potential, and to positively develop their career transition. Find out more.