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Skills Bootcamps

Gain new skills and fast-track your future with Skills Bootcamps.

With a guaranteed interview with a local employer on course completion, you could be giving your career a real boost!

What are Skills Bootcamps?

Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for Surrey residents in exciting and growing sectors.

Information about courses for 2026-2027 is available below.

 

 

 

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Who can apply for Skills Bootcamps?

Skills Bootcamps are government-funded courses delivered via Surrey County Council.

To take part in Skills Bootcamps, you must:

  • Be aged 19 or over
  • Have the right to work in the UK
  • Live in Surrey (with an eligible Surrey postcode)
  • Meet residency requirements (the training provider can check this)

If you claim Universal Credit, you can apply and continue to claim benefits.

Some Skills Bootcamps have additional eligibility criteria.

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5 steps to Skills Bootcamps

Browse

Browse the courses available. 

Apply

Choose the course that suits you best and click on the link to register your interest. 

Meet

Get contacted by the course provider and enrol onto the course.

Succeed

Complete the course – and a job interview (if you’re not in work).

Earn

Take your learning into the workplace.

5 steps to Skills Bootcamps

Browse

Browse the courses available. 

Apply

Choose the course that suits you best and click on the link to register your interest.

Meet

Get contacted by the course provider and enrol onto the course.

Succeed

Complete the course – and a job interview (if you’re not in work).

Earn

Take your learning into the workplace.

Find a Skills Bootcamp provider in Surrey

  • Introduction to Land-based Construction provided by Activate Learning
  • Carpentry & Property Services Foundations – Skills Bootcamp provided by DIY Her Way
  • Electrical Inspection, Verification and Testing provided by MIT Skills
  • Employer Led Construction Site Entry Bootcamp provided by Road to Logistics
  • Introduction to Construction and Site Readiness provided by Tempus Training

Outdoor Learning Academy provided by Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development