About Our Training Centre
Whether you are looking to train at home, at work, or at our centre, our training courses in Watford have everything to improve your career prospects. Get started with Pitman today!
Pitman Training has been successfully delivering training since 1837 and has established itself as a super brand in the world of accredited training. Located in Watford Town, the Pitman Training Watford centre not only provides a modern-day approach to accredited training but also makes available to its students a fun and inspiring, state-of-the-art facility operated by a team of passionate, highly motivated, and experienced coaches.
We are:
- Committed – to our team, our clients, and our learners.
- Motivated – to support all our learners every step of the way.
- Passionate – about serving our local communities to strive for better.
Pitman Training Watford prides itself on creating an environment that inspires our learners to be the very best they can be. From the moment you enter our centre, you can count on a smooth and reliable process and a team dedicated to supporting your journey with us.
In order to support our learners in realising the benefits of investing in personal development, we use our strong network of employers and recruitment agencies throughout London and surrounding areas to explore prospective employment opportunities. Feel free to contact us for more information, one of our team would be happy to talk you through the prospective employment opportunities available based on the courses you complete and the career path you wish to explore.
How to find us
Having recently relocated to central Watford, we are situated in St Albans Road between the junctions of Leavesden Road and Lowestoft Road. Less than a 10-minute walk away from Watford Junction Station and various bus routes, there is also parking nearby.
Opening Times
We are now open every Saturday!
Pitman Training Watford Reviews
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With 185+ years of changing lives, Pitman Training has the courses and diplomas you need. Whether you’re learning new skills, rejoining the workforce, or training a whole team, we’ve got you covered.
Popular Courses & Diplomas
- Popular Diplomas
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Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Secretary Diploma
Our Medical Secretary training is a recognised leader in its field. This diploma will give you the skills employers are looking for and help you…
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Office & Secretarial
PA/Secretarial Diploma
This diploma provides a solid foundation in essential secretarial skills. The training is hands-on and practical, ensuring you can confidently apply your new skills in…
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EA/PA Courses
Executive Assistant Diploma
A stand-out diploma offering world-class Executive Assistant training, this programme has been designed to give you the broad range of skills required to be a…
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Graphic Design Courses
Graphic Design Diploma
Learning skills in essential Adobe packages such as InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, you’ll learn practical, transferable skills that can help you start your career in…
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Microsoft Office
Excel
Microsoft Excel is the world’s most popular spreadsheet program. In Part 1, you will learn how to use the core features of Excel, such as…
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Shorthand & Speedwriting Courses
SpeedWriting
Our SpeedWriting course is a new way to learn the BakerWrite™ SpeedWriting system in just six hours. It will help you accurately record the spoken…
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Event Management Courses
Event Management Essentials
Learn some tricks of the trade and really get to grips with event project management to ensure your events are always ones people are talking…
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Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – HTML and CSS
The HTML and CSS course is excellent for those looking to gain employability skills in the area of web development.
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Our Corporate Clients
Pitman Training specialises in delivering CPD-accredited training and previous studies have clearly identified a direct link between companies providing training & development opportunities to employees and improved retention rates. The most successful companies worldwide invest in their employees who, in turn, deliver outstanding results. These companies also attract the best candidates.
With training high on the agenda of your best employees, do you ask yourself:
- Are my employees professionally/personally stimulated in their roles?
- Do my employees feel they are developing their professional skill set in their roles?
- Is their productivity optimised?
- Are you recruiting to bridge skills gaps?
- What are the costs related to this?
Most organisations have great employees who want to do more but lack training or development opportunities. Whether you are a small, medium, or large business, Pitman Training Watford solves these problems. Don’t lose money and time just recruiting new staff – instead, why not unlock the potential within your team? One of our course advisors is best placed to talk you through this in more detail.
Assessments
Pitman Training Watford also operates as an assessment centre for a number of internationally recognised professional bodies. We conduct an invigilated and tension-free environment for exam candidates in a professional manner. Our invigilators are qualified, experienced, and fully trained on exam protocols, enabling the exams to be accomplished with complete competence and integrity. Some of the awarding bodies we run examinations for include AAT, IAB, City & Guilds (AMSPAR), BCS ECDL exams, CILEx, CACHE, RSPH, BIIAB, and Prometric. If you wish to book an AAT exam, please follow this link to the Pitman Watford AAT Booking System. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.
The Team
Pitman Training Watford is operated by Neil and Dip Khakhria, two brothers from North London with young families and a drive and determination to make a difference. Both have a deep-rooted passion for coaching and mentoring and have extensive experience in a diverse range of industries, including training & development, banking, sales, operations, and continuous improvement within both the corporate and private sectors. The team is fully committed to supporting all its learners throughout their journey with us. Whether you choose to study at home, at work, or at our centre, your dedicated Learning Advisor will be available to advise and guide you at every step of the way.
Dip Khakharia: Course Advisor
As a course advisor, I help learners choose the appropriate courses that align with their career objectives and skill development needs. Suggesting specific courses or learning paths that will be most beneficial for you on your path to learning.
Neil Khakharia: Learning Coach & Careers Advisor
As a learning coach, I provide personalised guidance, feedback, and motivation, helping the learner optimise their learning experience and achieve their educational goals. My role as a careers advisor is to assist you in exploring and navigating your career paths. I provide personalised guidance, assess your skills and interests, and offer advice on potential career options, helping you make informed decisions to achieve your professional goals.
Our Watford Family Includes Success Stories From All Walks Of Life
Testimonials Get Inspired By Our Pitman Watford Graduate Stories
I studied Audio Transcription Levels 1 and 2 via Pitman Training Watford, and the staff there in the office are absolutely amazing. So happy to help and are there when help, support or just some general advice is needed. Thank you for allowing me to get a qualification in the work I enjoy.
Jacquie Green
Pitman Training provided a flexible, high-quality learning experience which fit perfectly around my busy schedule. The course material was practical and easy to understand, and my learning coach, Afshan, was very supportive, approachable, and motivational and made a huge difference in achieving my end goal with a distinction!
Will highly recommend Pitman Training Watford, as even after your studies are completed, their team further continues to support and guide you, such as for employability support and guidance, all free for their students. 🙂
Fatima Ansari
I finished my Administrative Assistant Diploma with Pitman Training in Watford with a distinction, and I’m so happy with the result. The staff have been wonderful at helping me achieve this diploma, especially Neil, who has given me a lot of motivation and support throughout.
Megan Fraser
I had a great experience at the test centre. It was easy to reach, and the friendly environment made a significant difference. The staff were very helpful, ensuring I felt comfortable and relaxed, which contributed to my success on the test. I will definitely book my next test at this location.
Salman Ansari
185 years of Training. Thousands of real student success stories.
From Pitman Training to a Career in Data Analytics
When James enrolled at Pitman Training Sheffield in 2024, he had a clear goal: build a future career in data analytics. At the time, he was working at Amazon and joined Pitman through the Amazon Career Choice programme, which supports employees in gaining recognised qualifications for long-term career development.
Grace’s Career Transformation from Retail Supervisor to Executive PA
Grace Cooke was working as a retail supervisor and wanted to challenge herself. She chose the Executive PA Diploma at Pitman Training Edinburgh because of its reputation for secretarial courses and because it covered a lot of key skills she wanted to learn.
Sulafa Diploma Success Story
Sulafa Eltag Mohamed Babiker has a BSc in Counselling Psychology, works in Administration. On paper, that sounds fine – degree holder with a steady job. Sulafa knew something was missing, though: Computer skills.
