Learning Curve Group Exeter Skills Academy | Quality training across the South West of England

Our Exeter Skills Academy provides exceptional commercial, apprenticeship and vocational training.

Whether you are a young learner looking for an apprenticeship, newcomer to industry, industry professional or unemployed and looking to retrain.

Our Skills Academy delivers high-quality training and education to train tomorrow’s workforce, aligning with Learning Curve Group’s mission to transform lives through learning.

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Construction Apprenticeships, Adult Skills & Skills Bootcamp Open Day

Wednesday 12th November, 2025
15:30 – 18:00
Clyst Works, Clyst Road, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0DB
(Just a 10-minute walk from Newcourt Train Station)

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Training tomorrow's workforce...today.

Assessment and Training

Training for Trade and Professionals at an established, approved training centre that offers a comprehensive range of domestic gas assessments. As a City and Guilds centre, we provide a variety of courses in gas and plumbing. Our training portfolio spans construction-related industries, including plumbing, gas, oil, electrical work, solid fuel, renewable energy, and health and safety.

Forces Resettlement Training

We have a wealth of experience of training MOD personnel and can provide a broad range of armed forces resettlement training courses within the construction area. If you are leaving (or have already left) the Army, Navy or Air Force and are planning to retrain in an exciting new career within the construction industry, then our Forces Resettlement courses will provide a solid foundation from which you can develop your new career.

Adult Retraining

It's never too late to learn a new skill, and our adult training courses are designed to support your career change. If you're looking to make a shift in your profession, we can help you achieve that goal.

Hair and Beauty Training

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn hairdressing skills at our Academy. Progressions available onto a Hairdressing Apprenticeship, with various employers looking for Apprentices in the South West. We collaborate with top salons in Devon, Somerset, and Cornwall to offer the best Hair and Beauty training. If you’re seeking an alternative to college and want to start your career, explore our full-time courses and Apprenticeships in Exeter, Devon.

Skills Bootcamps in Construction

Get qualified in renewable energy and green skills with a Skills Bootcamp in Construction. Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and an offer of an interview with an employer upon completion.

Employer Review

"I have used Learning Curve Group Exeter Skills Academy for at least 15 years and they have trained most of my engineers even myself, over this time. I have always found the team very helpful and professional. The support to employees and employer make the process a lot easier and I would recommend their services to all."

View our Courses in Exeter

Approved training centre providing a full range of domestic gas assessments.

We are also a City and Guilds centre offering a selection of different commercial courses in plumbing. Courses also designed to give candidates the fundamental basic knowledge and practical skills:

Level 2 Plumbing Courses in Exeter:

Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies (6035-02)

Level 3 Plumbing Courses in Exeter:

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing Studies (6035-03)
City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating (6189-33) (Gas Pathway)
City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating (6189-31) (Environmental Pathway)

Approved City and Guilds centre offering different commercial courses in electrics. Plus courses designed to give candidates the fundamental basic knowledge and practical skills:

Level 2 Electrical Courses in Exeter:

Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation

Level 3 Electrical Courses in Exeter:

City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52)
EAL Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
Installation Electrician - Level 3 Apprenticeship

The CSCS qualification covers the health and safety knowledge that is required to gain a CSCS Green Card for access to construction sites in the UK.

We offer a wide portfolio of training and assessment in renewable energy.

For candidates who want to start a career in Brickwork. Courses designed to give candidates the fundamental basic knowledge and practical skills:

Level 2 Brickwork Courses in Exeter:

Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying
Bricklayer – Level 2 (Apprenticeship)
Carpentry and Joinery – Level 2 (Apprenticeship)

Level 3 Brickwork Courses in Exeter:

Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying (Construction)
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) – Bricklaying

For candidates who want to start a career in Carpentry. Courses designed to give candidates the fundamental basic knowledge and practical skills:

Level 2 Carpentry Courses in Exeter:

Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry (Construction)
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) – Site Carpentry

Level 3 Carpentry Courses in Exeter:

Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry (Construction)
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) – Site Carpentry

Are you looking to break into the world of Hairdressing? With ongoing course start dates, this is an opportunity not to be missed for school leavers wanting to learn hairdressing skills. The Academy counts as full time education and can lead to an Apprenticeship.

Level 2 Hair & Beauty Courses in Exeter:

Hair Professional (Hairdressing) – Level 2
Hair Professional (Barbering) – Level 2
Beauty Therapist – Level 2

Level 3 Hair & Beauty Courses in Exeter:

Advanced and Creative Hair Professional - Level 3

The renewable energy sector is rapidly growing, with a need for qualified professionals to support that growth. If you'd like to gain a recognised qualification in sustainability and renewable energy, a Skills Bootcamp is a great way to build your skills and employability.

Get qualified in renewable energy and green skills with a Skills Bootcamp in Construction

Skills Bootcamp in Bricklaying: Fundamentals of Sustainable Retrofit Construction
Skills Bootcamp in Electrical: Renewable and Sustainable Energy
Skills Bootcamp in Plumbing: Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar Thermal