About Our Training Centre
The Sheffield team are proud to deliver a huge number of independent training courses in the UK, and they can guide you at every step of the way.
We deliver the largest number of independent training courses in the UK. You can choose from 250 courses, which make up a host of practical diplomas that can transform your career in so many areas. Our students have benefited from the Pitman Advantage for over 180 years!
Whether you are in Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Chesterfield or Worksop or you could be anywhere in South Yorkshire, we can guide you at every step of your personal journey. A Course Advisor will help you to decide on the right study programme and your dedicated Learning Coach will provide one-to-one support, throughout your time with us.
How to find us
Our bright and modern training centre is situated in the city centre, which has many great transport links. It is a busy town filled with big-brand stores, trendy boutiques, coffee shops, and cosy historic pubs.
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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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The name Pitman Training is a symbol of excellence as a learning provider.
We can help job seekers, career switchers, career developers and promotion hunters land their dream job. Come and talk to us if you are in a transitional period after being made redundant. Put your trust in Pitman Training, and we will equip you with the professional skills that employers are looking for. At Pitman Training, we will make you our next success story!
Our bright and modern training centre is situated in the city centre, with many great transport links, and is a busy district filled with big-brand stores and trendy boutiques, coffee shops and cosy historic pubs. Our centre doesn’t just cover Sheffield city centre, we also cover surrounding areas including Darnall, Broomhall, and Highfield, along with Castlebeck, Netherthorpe, Endcliffe and many more!
The Sheffield team are proud to deliver a large number of independent training courses, and they can guide you at every step of the way. Our Course Advisors will help you to decide upon the right study programme, and a dedicated Learning Coach will provide one-to-one support throughout your time with us.
Our friendly team can advise you on the best route to take in order to land your dream job or win that much-desired promotion. They will guide you through our range of diplomas, awards, certificates and qualifications.
We also work alongside employers to equip their staff with professional skills, which not only enhances their personal development but also enables them to complete tasks quickly and more efficiently. We are happy to demonstrate to corporate clients how we can make a real difference to their workforce so that their business operations run more efficiently. Our friendly, supportive staff will work with your team members to develop and upskill at a time that suits both them and your business.
Our students range from job seekers, career switchers, and career developers to those looking for promotion and senior staff looking to increase their skillset through personal development. We advise people who want to change professions and those who have been made redundant, calling upon expert knowledge of both training and the relevant jobs market. We are determined to make you our next success story!
At Pitman Training Sheffield, we help boost people’s confidence, help them learn new skills and make individuals more effective in the workplace. Pop in to see us to discuss your learning aspirations and career goals; we’ll make you a coffee whilst we help you decide on your future.
Joseph’s Amazing Career Pivot with Pitman Training
For this entry, we want to introduce you to Joseph Leons, who embarked on a career change journey with Pitman Training’s Network Support Engineer Diploma with CompTIA. With a background in electrical engineering, Joseph sought a formal qualification to pivot his career path, building on his self-taught experience.
For this entry, we want to introduce you to Joseph Leons, who embarked on a career change journey with Pitman Training’s Network Support Engineer Diploma with CompTIA. With a background in electrical engineering, Joseph sought a formal qualification to pivot his career path, building on his self-taught experience.
Joseph’s journey with Pitman Training began through the Amazon Career Choice programme, where he researched the best course to fulfil his career goals. He chose Pitman Training for its comprehensive curriculum and reputation for excellence and found the learning experience flexible and convenient.
“What I really liked about the course was how easy it was to follow with step-by-step instructions. Everything was explained in depth,” Joseph shared about his experience with the course material. Joseph’s Learning Coach also provided crucial support. “She responded quickly to all my emails and requests. She always answered my questions and was very supportive,” he emphasised.
“The course material is explained very clearly, and Pitman Training support was always available. I’m really happy with everything,” he concluded. Joseph’s training has already started to bear fruit, as he has begun applying for jobs in his new field, driven by his desire to stay relevant and advance his career. We couldn’t be prouder of Joseph and look forward to helping many more students looking for a better life.
Our Sheffield 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.
