Software Developer Diploma

Name: Software Developer Diploma
Author: admin

Utilising your analytical and problem-solving skills in software development as a Software Developer in an organisation, you could be responsible for the development, testing, and maintenance of software programs and code. A great advantage is that developers are employed across a wide spectrum of industry and in many organisations, so opportunities for career enhancement are many and varied.

With this diploma, you will train with the latest industry standard software languages as well as develop other key skills such as communication and leadership skills.

Broken down into clear segments, the format of this course means you get to grips with one skill before starting on the next, and the practical exercises mean you get hands-on experience. You’ll be able to put what you learn into practice immediately.

You can study at times that suit you, and you’ll have access to 24/7 support with our LiveTutor service.

Course Info

Duration 180 hours flexi study or 7 weeks full-time (Full-time based on approx 20-30 hours a week)

Training Type Diploma

Study Type In centre, Online

Awards & Qualifications

Awarded 190 CPD points upon successful completion

Is this course right for me?

Awarded 190 CPD points upon successful completion

Duration 180 hours flexi study or 7 weeks full-time (Full-time based on approx 20-30 hours a week)

Course Content

Core Courses

Programming Fundamentals

This course is designed as an introduction to programming and programming concepts. You’ll learn the most common command line interface and operating system commands for both Windows and Linux-based computers. You’ll explore the structure of a simple computer program, examine variables, and the role of functions, cover the design process behind writing a computer program.

You’ll explore program flow, decision making, and looping, as well as how algorithms and flowcharts are used in computer program design.

IT Specialist – HTML and CSS

The HTML and CSS course is an excellent course for those looking to gain employability skills in the area of web development.

The course covers the objectives for the IT Specialist exam, putting a solid entry-level certification well within reach. Specifically, the course has two distinct parts: HTML (Hypertext Mark-up Language), which includes HTML fundamentals, document structuring, and multimedia presentation, and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), which includes styling web pages.

IT Specialist – JavaScript

Topics in this course include learning about JavaScript operators, keywords, and methods, using variables, data types, and functions, implementing decisions and loops, interacting with the DOM (Document Object Model), and interacting with forms.

In all of these topics, you will clearly see how JavaScript is used to enhance web pages. In addition, this course will help anyone looking to improve their employability prospects in the areas of designing and building websites.

IT Specialist – HTML5 Application Development

This course expands on the knowledge gained in the courses on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from the same ITS series.

Advanced web design and development concepts, such as application lifecycle management, graphics and animation, forms, layouts, and JavaScript coding are the main topics in this course. This course and subsequent certification
is the next logical step up for someone wanting a career in web design and development.

Elective Courses (choose one)

IT Specialist – Python
IT Specialist – Java
SQL for Data Analysts

(Alternative subjects may be chosen if more suitable to your existing skills and career.)

Course Overview

May 2024

May 7 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Excel Intermediate

Excel Intermediate

Glasgow First Floor 82 Union Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

May 7 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Time Management

Time Management

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

May 7 Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop

May 8 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Influencing Skills

Influencing Skills

Glasgow First Floor 82 Union Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

May 8 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Report Writing

Report Writing

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

May 9 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Excel Intermediate

Excel Intermediate

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

May 9 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Personal Development Workshops – Assertiveness

Personal Development Workshops – Assertiveness

Glasgow First Floor 82 Union Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

May 13 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Power BI Intermediate

Power BI Intermediate

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

May 14 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Excel Advanced

Excel Advanced

Glasgow First Floor 82 Union Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

May 14 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Communication Skills

Communication Skills

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

May 15 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Microsoft Project Introduction

Microsoft Project Introduction

Glasgow First Floor 82 Union Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

May 15 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Meetings and Minutes

Meetings and Minutes

Edinburgh 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Testimonials

“The Fast Track diploma helped me no end. I managed to find a job in a major financial player and the confidence given to me through the relevant courses were valuable. A helpful staff and a flexible time to do the course in were key as it can be suited to everyone. I found a new job in just 2 weeks!”

MO – Fast Track Diploma

Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

I have now come to the end of my courses in finance, and I should like to say how impressed I was with the quality of training I received through them all.
The knowledge I have gained has consolidated and enhanced my previous experience in a number of accounts jobs over the years, and given me new confidence in my skills and abilities to truly pursue bookkeeping as a specialist career. There are certainly many businesses out there that really need competent “accounting technicians”.
As soon as I had completed my Sageline 50 Accounts course, I got a second job using both this training and the previous course I completed, Excel Proficient. My training in Manual PAYE and Sage Payroll has enabled me to take over the wages responsibility in my other part-time bookkeeping job, and I have also set up a stock control system on the laptop using Excel spread sheets.There is also a possibility of taking on a further job working from home a couple of afternoons / evenings a week, doing the accounts for another local business using Sage on a laptop.
I am delighted with the “instant” results my training with yourselves have produced – the investment of time, money and effort was definitely worthwhile, now that I am reaping rewards well beyond my original expectations…. even at my time of life (over 50), retraining to specialist level in accounts has been an excellent decision.
THANK YOU!

DG – Accounting Technician Diploma

Book-Keeping, Private Individuals

“I thought I would drop you a line to say that I am now established with my new job where I am working as a Property Manager. As you know when I came to you I was just about able to bang out an e mail and wouldn’t have known where to find such sophistications as “page breaks” etc. A really challenging student for your ever patient and encouraging team! I would certainly say to anyone thinking of a course with you not to consider being too old to learn. I certainly had my extreme doubts but the constant encouragement from your team got me through!
I am now using a fairly all embracing software system which is tailored to the needs of this company and in addition my Outlook and Word skills are used all the time. I feel completely confident in saying that despite many years in the property business I would not have been able to cope with this job without the training I received at Pitman, thank you.
My new employers are both very computer competent but I believe I may have the “edge” on PowerPoint – how satisfying is that!
I would recommend the Fast Track Microsoft Skills Diploma course to anyone wanting to enhance their employment prospects, it certainly worked for me.”

SH – Diploma

General Diploma, Private Individuals

Very approachable trainer, presented the course very well and I would highly recommend my colleagues taking this course.

Michelle – Change Manager – Communication Skills

Communication Skills, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

Julie related ‘real life’ situations which I could relate to.

Paul – Problem Manager – Communication Skills

Communication Skills, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

I believe that the only reason I was granted an interview let alone being offered this position, is because I had enrolled for your course at Pitman Training, Edinburgh.

F C – Medical Secretary

Private Individuals

The trainer was engaging with audience, friendly, approachable and covered content of course excellently.

Tracey – Employer Engagement Officer – Communication Skills

Communication Skills, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

I successfully completed Executive PA Diploma at Pitman in 2013. With the help of Pitman training I also gained Microsoft 2010 Master Qualification which enabled me to become a confident and proficient administrator in record times.

DT – Executive PA Diploma

“I was amazed with what I achieved with My course. I’m over 3 months into my job at HM Revenue and Customs and the background I received through the Accounting Technician Diploma undoubtedly helped me secure the job and has helped ‘on the job’.”

GM – Accounting Tecnhnician Diploma

Book-Keeping, Private Individuals

I was wary of attending the course as this was new to me but I fitted in very well and had a great two days. Thank you.

Louise – Office Manager – Supervisory Skills

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Supervisory Skills

“I started off with Pitman doing Microsoft Office 2007 specialist before progressing into Microsoft Office 2010 and attaining Microsoft Office Master status by sitting Microsoft exams at Expert Level in Word and Excel and standard level Outlook and PowerPoint.
To add to my knowledge I have just completed Pitman’s ‘Train the Trainer’ 3 day course and applied to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). With this training I have plans to increase the knowledge of Office within East Coast Mainline staff.
The skills and knowledge I gained, studying at Pitman Training, have made my job easier by using the advanced features in Microsoft Office to ‘correctly’ format and automate reports and simplify data collation. The ‘Train the Trainer’ course has provided me with increased confidence in dealing with people and situations and will allow me to improve working practice in the office by imparting my ‘Pitman gained’ Microsoft Office Knowledge to others. By raising the overall Office knowledge this should allow the depot to operate better with less time spent ‘trying’ to figure out bullet points and how to create graphs and more time spent doing the actual work.
You have an amazing team of staff at York Place, they are all a credit to you.
The flexibility of learning at Pitman Training is excellent given that you are able to study at Pitman Offices or distance learning at work or home to suit your personal circumstances.
I would thoroughly recommend Pitman Training whether you are looking to improve your situation by training to get a better job or improve your job security at your current location by improving your skills.”

KS – Microsoft Office

General Courses, General Diploma, Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

“I enrolled with Pitman in August 2008, having been made redundant from my job as a Legal Secretary in July 2008. I studied the Pitman Upgrade to Fast Track Microsoft Skills Diploma. When I returned to work in 2000 having raised my family, I was unfamiliar with computers I undertook a very basic computer course and was lucky to be offered a part time job with a local Solicitors, but I always felt there was so much more to Word and Excel that I did not know. Having spent six months at Pitman doing the above course, I was lucky enough to get a part time job as a typist/receptionist with W R Hall, Chartered Surveyors. Although this job is very different to my last one, I have been able to make use of the skills I learned on your course, especially with Word and Excel.
Having been a volunteer with the Citizens Advice Bureau for many years, in August 2009 I was offered an admin job. I needed to use Access and could confidently do this having completed my training in that as well. I now have two part time jobs which keeps me very busy! I feel sure that I would not have been offered the second admin job if I had not learned Access, as this takes up a great part of my working hours.
I really enjoyed my time at Pitman. The staff were really friendly and helpful and it was a very professional environment to be in. It certainly got me through the six months I was unemployed, as it felt almost like going out to work on the days I attended the Training Centre.”

HG – Fast Track Diploma

General Diploma, Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

Excellent course, well presented and worthwhile. Thank you!

Katie – Personal Assistant – Word

IT Tutor Led, Organisations Testimonials, Word Seminars

The small group to tutor ratio was very helpful. It was at a great location, lunch was a treat, the training was well-paced and clear. The trainer was very patient, not patronising (a relief) and very helpful.

Paula – Assistant Visitor Experience Manager – Word

IT Tutor Led, Organisations Testimonials, Word Seminars

The learning process used by you is so relaxing and such an enjoyable was to learn. I have studied a lot in my time, but this is the first time it has really been fun.

J L

Private Individuals

I know the Diploma qualification was a major selling point. Without my Pitman Training I would be lost at sea!

E W – PA

Private Individuals

” I would like to thank you for giving me this unique opportunity to change my life and get a good job as a bookkeeper.
To be honest, as a foreigner I was scared at hat the course would be too hard to study and understand but I decided to take this challenging opportunity and improve my skills.
The training materials were amazing. They were very well presented and easy to learn. However the greatest advantage was the Training Supervisors. At any point when you are stuck with the subject or do not understand the questions then all you have to do is ask and all the help you need is there for you.
After I completed just three of the modules I decided to look of a job as a part time bookkeeper and I was in seventh heaven when I was offered a job before I had even finished my course.
The knowledge I have received from Pitman has helped me to develop my skills and improve my financial situation.
I strongly believe that anyone with a bit of discipline, patience and effort can change their lives for the best with the help of Pitman Training.”

AKS – Accounting Technician Diploma

Book-Keeping, Private Individuals

Julie was obviously very confident and capable with content on course. Wonderful style and completely approachable. Overall the course is very hard to fault. Julie was lovely throughout and left me with a really thorough understanding which will be very valuable. Thank you.

Tracey – Student – Train The Trainer

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Train the Trainer

“I found the style of teaching, materials provided, seminars, the instructors’ behaviour and attitude, of excellent quality and standards. I am happy.”

SD – Executive PA Diploma

General Courses, Private Individuals

Excellent.

Alison – Receptionist – Outlook

IT Tutor Led, Organisations Testimonials, Outlook Seminar

Very good. I did a full semester in university on Project Management and this course taught me much more than I learned at university.

Rosemary – Wind Farm Developer – Project Management Principles

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Project Management

“When I started my Executive PA Diploma last September I was quite unsure what direction my career was going in, I guess you may hear this fairly often, however as the course progressed and my confidence increased I felt ready to look for a PA Executive job. In January I was very successful to be offered the role PA to the Senior Dental Advisor at Practitioner Services (part of the NHS) which I believe my Pitman training played a pivotal part and gave the company confidence to employee me.
I have now completed my three month contract at Practitioner Services, so again I had to think about the direction my career would go. So, I am delighted to let you know that I have been offered a permanent job as a Training Co-ordinator, taking over all the logistics and administration associated with the training events and seminars that the Company delivers and I will be working directly with the Managing Director.
Therefore, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your training administration team without whom none of this would have happened.”

LF – Executive PA Diploma

Executive PA, Private Individuals

I was recently promoted to secretary to the Clinical Director at the Princess Royal Maternity in Glasgow. The job is varied, interesting and very well paid. I still have fond memories of my days at Pitman Training.

E L – Medical Secretary to the Clinical Director

Private Individuals

Great, helpful, friendly staff, good location easily accessible etc.

Sam – Customer Services Administration – Speedwriting

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Speedwriting

Will be taking a lot from the course back to the work place.

Graham – Home Manager – Conflict Management

Conflict Management, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

First time being in Marion’s course and was an excellent experience, I need more!

Linda – Centre Manager – Conflict Management

Conflict Management, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

“I would just like to say thank you to yourself and all your staff for the wonderful training I received at Pitman Training!
I did the Microsoft Office Plus Diploma which took me through the whole Microsoft Office package and gave me a firm understanding in all the different areas such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. It even allowed me to take electives in different areas such as book-keeping which widened my skills and knowledge in areas I hadn’t looked at before.
I undertook the training whilst I was studying at University and the confidence and experience the courses gave me during my degree and also when going for job interviews was priceless. The job market is terribly competitive at the moment but with the training I received at Pitman I had that something extra that employers were looking for, and the ability to talk about the courses and my experience at Pitman Training.
In particular, I had an interview where they tested my skills in Microsoft Excel. If I had not done the course this would have been a very daunting experience, however, knowing what I had learnt from the Excel course within the Diploma I was very confident in my skills with Excel. I even managed to spot a mistake in their test which I pointed out to them and no other candidate in the past had spotted it!
Consequently I got offered the job as a consultant in a pensions company. However, I did not take this job as an even better job came along within risk management in the banking industry and so I will be starting this in September. I know that they use a lot of Excel and other Microsoft packages and so I am looking forward to being able to show my skills in these areas and it makes starting my new job a more exciting prospect as opposed to one which before I may have been slightly worried about.
Thank you again!”

IM – Microsoft Office Plus Diploma

General Diploma, Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

It took me a day to find a job after I left the course. The diploma taught me how to type well and use all the necessary computer programmes to the point where I am helping others at work with their queries about Excel and Access.

R G – PA to Consultant Cardiologist

Private Individuals

“I studied the Executive PA Diploma with Pitman. I started studying it in January 2013, it was a great way to start the new year.
Before training I was working in a pub. Having graduated from Glasgow University with an English degree, I found it very difficult to get a job and to know what jobs to apply for. I began working in a hotel for three years before I realised no matter how good I was at my job or how many shifts I had done, there was no room for growth.
Training really helped me, it helped me get some focus and direction and it was a great way to learn new skills. It allowed me to get up to speed with all the Microsoft packages and to get back into the way of using computing skills. It also allowed me to broaden my job search as I now had skills I didn’t have before and skills that companies were looking for.
I now work at St Margaret of Scotland Hospice, which I am really enjoying, where I have been employed as a Receptionist and Medical Secretary.
I really enjoyed my Pitman course, all the staff were very friendly and always willing to help out with any problems. I definitely feel if I hadn’t done the Pitman course I would have struggled for even longer to find a job.”

LN – Executive PA Diploma

Executive PA, General Diploma, Private Individuals

“I just wanted to send you a quick email to say thank you most sincerely for finding me a place on the course. I have to say to you that I found the course totally inspirational. I have been on many courses, some dreadful and some ok, but none came anywhere near to the quality delivered by Pitman Training. The Trainer was so energetic, enthusiastic, very knowledgeable, friendly and adaptable to our needs – no wonder you heard the hoots of laughter from the course room, everyone was just enjoying it so much. It was a great group as well, lots of characters and this helped as well.
Our Trainer kept us totally captivated for 3 days and that’s no easy task when delivering – she is a gem. If I could be a Trainer with even half her ability I would be delighted.”

Derek Walker ——Project Manager

Organisations Testimonials, Train the Trainer

Marion created a fun training environment and always encourages questions and opinions.

Jennifer – Insolvency Administrator – Report Writing

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Report Writing

I am now at the start of a great career in Networking, due mainly, to starting my MCSE course.

J M – Trainee Network Analyst

Private Individuals

“After graduating a few years ago and going off for a few years to live abroad, I then came back and decided to pursue a career in law. I decided the best route was to first get experience in a law firm and then perhaps study part time. My goal was to become a legal secretary to start off but the skills required such as Microsoft Office packages and knowledge of legal terminology and procedures was not something I had picked up at university!!
I decided I needed a foot in the door and chose to study for the legal secretarial diploma at Pitman. The course was great because it was completely flexible and the training facilities were of the highest standard. The supervisors were always happy and friendly and I was impressed that they really took an interest in everyone personally.
Towards the end of my course, the supervisors referred me to a vacancy at Simpson and Marwick for a litigation secretary. Litigation was the most interesting module and that was the area I wanted to get into. I decided to apply. The very next morning, I had an interview lined up and two days later I had the job. It was the first job I applied to. The HR manager at Simpson told me that the diploma at Pitman had secured me the job and she believed the course to be an excellent grounding for starting work there.”
As regards the job, I have been there for a few weeks now and I can honestly say that I’m loving every minute of it. It’s definitely challenging and at times hard work but it’s interesting and I work with a great group of people in the best litigation team in Scotland.
I’d also like to say a big thank you to the training team who helped me the most. They really went that extra mile to help me and they were always so friendly and nice to be around. Please pass on my thanks to them – they are great assets to Pitman!

LC – Legal Secretarial Diploma

General Diploma, Legal Secretarial, Private Individuals

Excellent trainer, made you feel at ease and felt comfortable to join in.

Laura – PA to Directors – Time Management

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Time Management

Very good, no improvements to suggest. Marion was very knowledgeable and friendly.

Joyce – Governance manager – Better Business Writing

Better Business Writing, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

Excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 days and found Marion amazing at talking through everything.

Sarah – Office Manager – Exacutive PA Seminar

Executive PA Seminar, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

Very useful, customised experience, highly recommended.

Sam – Programme Officer – Project Management Principles

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Project Management

Overall excellent trainer with good psychological inferences too.

Blair – Managing Director – Presentation Skills

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Presentation Skills

Excellent. Would recommend to colleagues.

Scott – Project Manager – Access

Access Seminars, IT Tutor Led, Organisations Testimonials

“I just want to thank you and your staff for all the help you offered me while I was studying my Executive PA Diploma at Pitman in Glasgow.
Before doing my training with Pitman I had studied ACCA but did not have much work experience, by doing the course I gained valuable skills that are now helping me at my new job at one of the big accountancy firms.
What I liked best about the course was flexibility of the course, I was able to choose the time and hours I did the course. The staff were very helpful and I will not hesitate to recommend this course to any of my friends.
Thank you again for all your help.”

SK – Executive PA Diploma

Executive PA, Private Individuals

Marion was really good and helped me to understand what I was doing and extremely fun.

Fiona – Trainee Administrator – Assertiveness

Assertiveness, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

The trainer had an excellent general knowledge which helped with explaining things in the course.

Annette – Production and Accounts – Project Management Principles

General PD, Organisations Testimonials, Project Management

The trainer was very good, explained everything clearly and answered questions well. The content of the course was at a good level for introduction.

Alison – Project Manager – Access

Access Seminars, IT Tutor Led, Organisations Testimonials

“I studied the Microsoft Fast Track Diploma. I had been working in a beauty salon for 5 years – I was a therapist and in January I gave up treatments and became the full time receptionist. I really wanted a Monday – Friday receptionist role in an office but because I didn’t have much IT experience I knew that I would find the job search difficult.
The Microsoft training gave me the skills that employers were looking for and I found that once I had the qualification on my CV I started getting selected for interviews. As well as learning new skills the course also helped to just refresh my memory on some things that I could already do.
I am now working in a new job which is the Monday – Friday role I wanted. My job title is Customer Service Assistant. This is a Front of House role which involves a lot of meeting and greeting and looking after all of the tenants in the building who we provide serviced offices for.
I enjoyed the training as it felt very relaxed and I liked that I could go at my own pace. I am so happy that I got this qualification for myself. I really believe that without my qualification I would be stuck in a job that I really wasn’t happy in for many more years!
Thank you Pitman training!”

JS – Fast Track Diploma

General Diploma, Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

“I was previously working as an Office Manager for a small online retailer – which I enjoyed – but I was ready for a new challenge and wanted to expand my CV.
I couldn’t fault the training at Pitman. Each course was easily manageable as it was split into lessons. To add to that, the supervisors were always on hand to help out with any questions, however big or small.
I applied for one job I particularly liked the sound of, and after two interviews, a psychometric test and three skills tests (which I was able to complete with confidence due to my training at Pitman) I found out I was successful!
I am now Office Manager and PA to a senior member of staff at one of Scotland’s leading estate agents. I absolutely love my new role and I am learning more and more every day.
I could have easily stayed in my old job but wanted a new challenge, on a different path, and Pitman training was the stepping stone I needed.
I would fully recommend the Executive PA course to anyone looking to develop their skills and CV. It gave me confidence to apply for the job I have now, helped me in the interview process and above all, now helps me on a daily basis in my new role.
The team at Pitman made me feel welcome and comfortable, and my time spent at York Place was most enjoyable.
Many thanks!”

KC – Executive PA Diploma

Executive PA, General Diploma, Private Individuals

High praise. Marion drew from her own experiences which I appreciated. She was able to help us with our individual issues. She listed to us and adapted her training to suit our needs.

Alanna – Office Manager/PA – Executive PA Seminar

Executive PA Seminar, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

“I left school in 2010 with 3 A-Levels and the opportunity to study at a top university. After a year working in retail alongside unfortunate periods of ill-health stemming from a medical condition that I was born with, I decided that university just wouldn’t suit me. The decision to ‘skip’ the university step lead me to Pitman Training.
I studied for the Executive PA Diploma, starting in September 2011 and completing by April 2012. My electives were Marketing, PR and Advertising. I studied Teeline shorthand and attended the Executive PA seminar.
Following completion of the Executive PA Diploma, I was immediately signed to Office Angels’ temp books and quickly became their most requested temps. I worked for a variety of organisations including law firms, wealth management firms, business centres, health centres and accountancy bodies. I even did a bit of events work for music gigs which was great fun. My last assignment with Office Angels was an Administrator/PA position at the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAS). After three months I was offered a full-time, permanent position.
I was an Administrator/PA at ICAS for 15 months and I used all of my Pitman skills on a daily basis. I have now just started a new job as Secretary to the Edinburgh Residential sales team at Knight Frank, a global organisation which presents huge opportunities for my career going forwards. I see myself working for Knight Frank for many years to come.
Without my qualification and skills gained through the Executive PA Diploma I wouldn’t be in the position that I am today. The staff at York Place were incredibly kind and helpful and made the training environment a very happy one. The flexible approach to study proved invaluable especially during periods of ill health. I am pleased to say that I am happy, healthy and loving living in Edinburgh and working full-time – something we never thought would be possible a couple of years ago.
I would recommend the Executive PA Diploma to absolutely anybody. Not only do you learn many new computer skills – even as a fairly ‘tecchy’ person – but you actually learn a lot about yourself and where your strengths/weaknesses lie. I found the Executive PA Seminar particularly helpful as it gave me a real insight into the life of a high-level PA. My decision not to go to university was definitely not an easy one and it was daunting at first but I’m so pleased with where my career is at now. I’m very fortunate to have a full-time, permanent job in the current market when so many of my friends are struggling to find a job after 3 years at university.”

AL – Executive PA Diploma

Executive PA, General Diploma, Private Individuals, Secretarial Diploma

The small group allowed for personal interaction and focus on specific examples from the group.

Donald – Client service manager – Assertiveness

Assertiveness, General PD, Organisations Testimonials

“I spent many years living overseas, on returning to Scotland I was frustrated with the difficulty in finding employment due to my lack of work experience or qualifications in a particular field.
Completing the Legal Secretarial Diploma with Pitman Training has certainly changed this by providing me with the skills and confidence I needed to kick start my career.
Throughout the course the Staff were very helpful and friendly and when the time came to consider seeking employment the support and advice they offered was excellent. Just prior to completing the course I was offered a job in the legal department of a major financial institution in Edinburgh.
I’m absolutely delighted. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole training experience with Pitman, without the Diploma I know I would not have been offered the position.”

MG Legal Secretarial Diploma

Legal Secretarial, Private Individuals

The training has helped give me a lot of the practical skills I needed to be a secretary. But more importantly it gave me confidence in myself and my ability to go out and get a job, knowing I had a great head start in comparison with many other people in the job market.

S D – Executive PA

Private Individuals

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