About Our Training Centre in Birmingham
Welcome to Pitman Training Birmingham. We provide flexible, career-focused training in Birmingham for individuals and businesses looking to build practical, job-ready skills. Whether you choose to train at home, in the workplace, or at our Birmingham city-centre training centre, our courses are designed to improve your career prospects and support real progression.
Training in Birmingham for Individuals
If you’re looking to develop new skills, change careers, or progress in your current role, our Birmingham training centre offers a supportive and personalised learning experience. Visit us to discuss your career goals and training options with our experienced team, who will help you choose the most effective route forward.
We offer a wide range of recognised Diplomas, Awards, Certificates, and professional qualifications, all supported by one-to-one guidance to help you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Training in Birmingham for Businesses
Businesses across Birmingham and the West Midlands trust Pitman Training to upskill their teams. Investing in professional training is a proven way to build capability, confidence, and performance across your organisation.
Our flexible training in Birmingham allows employees to develop new skills at a pace that suits both the individual and the business, supported by dedicated Learning Coaches and extended opening hours.
To find out how Pitman Training Birmingham can support your career or your team, call us on 0121 448 1313 and speak to our local training specialists.
How to find us
We’re a 5-minute walk from Birmingham New Street, with easy access from Moor Street and Snow Hill stations.
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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
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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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Social Media Courses
Social Media for Business Diploma
This diploma covers how best to use all key social media platforms such as Facebook and LinkedIn from a businesses perspective. You’ll look at strategy,…
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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
Word
Our Microsoft Word course is designed to provide you with the essential skills you will need to be proficient in Word, in a work environment,…
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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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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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Why Choose Pitman Training Birmingham
Our story in four steps — from enrolment to employment.
Trusted Brand with History
With over 180 years of training heritage, Pitman Training is a name employers trust across the UK & Ireland. Our Birmingham centre builds on this long-established reputation, delivering recognised qualifications that continue to open doors in today’s competitive job market.
Learn at Your Own Pace
Your life doesn’t stop for training — and neither do we. Whether you’re working full-time, changing careers, or balancing family commitments, our flexible study model adapts to you. Some learners complete their qualifications in weeks, others over a longer, steady timeframe. Both routes lead to the same respected outcome.
Real Support When You Need It
You’re never left to figure things out alone. Every learner at Pitman Training Birmingham is supported by a dedicated Learning Coach, offering one-to-one guidance, fast responses to questions, and regular progress check-ins. Support is practical, personal, and available when it matters most.
Skills Birmingham Employers Recognise
From large organisations to growing local businesses, employers across Birmingham and the West Midlands value Pitman Training qualifications. Our programmes focus on real, job-ready skills that hiring managers look for — giving your CV credibility and relevance in the local employment market.
Easy to Reach City-Centre Location
Our Birmingham training centre is centrally located, with excellent public transport links and easy access from across the city and wider Midlands region. With Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations nearby, getting to your training is straightforward — whether you’re travelling locally or commuting in.
Our Birmingham Training Centre
Pitman Training Birmingham is a welcoming, professional learning environment located in the heart of the city. Our training centre in Birmingham is easy to reach, situated close to the Crown and Magistrates Courts and within walking distance of Birmingham’s main railway stations and the tram network. Bus stops are located directly outside the building, with parking available nearby.
Whether you’re travelling in from Wednesbury, West Bromwich, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Tamworth or Lichfield, getting to our Birmingham training centre is straightforward and convenient.
Inside the centre, you’ll find a comfortable, purpose-designed learning space. Facilities include a main training room, quieter study areas for focused learning, and a private break room and kitchen. Our friendly, experienced team will welcome you, show you around, and ensure you feel supported from day one.
Training Designed Around You
At Pitman Training Birmingham, we specialise in training tailored to individual needs. Whether your goal is to secure a new role, gain a promotion, improve performance in your current position, or develop new skills, our flexible training approach is built to support real outcomes.
We offer a wide range of recognised Diplomas, Awards, Certificates, professional qualifications, and seminars, allowing you to choose the training path that best fits your career goals.
Our results speak for themselves. Around 98% of learners successfully complete a Pitman Diploma, and approximately 70% go on to achieve a promotion or secure a new role within six months of completing their training.
Pitman Training Birmingham is also rated 3.4 out of 5 on Google, based on learner reviews, reflecting genuine feedback from those who have trained with us.
To support your next career step, we also offer a free CV support service, helping you create a strong, professional CV and guiding you on sharing it with leading recruitment agencies across Birmingham.
Our Team
Pitman Training is led by Chris Wyle, an experienced Senior Manager with a training and financial services background.
Chris has over 15 years of training experience and understands what it takes to get the very best out of course delegates.
A supportive, hands-on approach is what you can expect from the whole team in Birmingham. We will cheer you on to success in your chosen diploma, award or course. Knowing the difference our training can make in both your professional and personal life, we want you to succeed.
Our team will take the time to get to know you, understand how you like to learn and what level of support you require. You will always be made to feel welcome, and we will never be too busy to give you the help and support you need.
Dan Morgan’s Upskilling Success After Company Merger
With a background in A Levels education and a career in various roles within the merchant sector, Dan Morgan embarked on his educational journey with Pitman Training when his employer, Generation Hire & Sales, merged with another company, Altrad. Because of this work development, Dan wanted to acquire new skills and techniques for career advancement and personal growth.
“The flexible study options with Pitman Training allowed me to balance my professional and personal commitments effectively,” Dan explains. He found the course structure to be particularly commendable, as it “broke down modules into manageable time frames, making it easier to stay focused and track my progress effectively.” Dan also appreciated the personalised support from his Learning Coach, mentioning, “Her encouragement and guidance were invaluable, especially during periods when I needed motivation.”
“The education I received from Pitman Training has undoubtedly had a positive impact on both my career and personal life,” Dan asserts. He acquired new skills and techniques to deal with various situations in the workplace while also gaining the confidence to make meaningful contributions to his organisation and create a better working environment.
Overall, Dan expresses his gratitude to the entire team at Pitman Training for their support and guidance throughout his learning journey. After successfully completing the Professional Development Diploma course, Dan reflected on his experience by stating, “I must say, it was a transformative experience for me. Thank you for providing me with the tools and resources to achieve my professional development goals.”
Pitman Training is thrilled to congratulate Dan on completing the Professional Development Diploma course. Dan’s journey demonstrates the power of education and dedication. His decision to further his training following the merger of his workplace showcases his commitment to personal and professional growth.
Our Birmingham Family Includes Success Stories From All Walks of Life
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.
