Training & Development

Learning and Skills Council

The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.

Helpline: 0870 900 6800
Website: www.lsc.gov.uk

Regional Development Agencies

Promote sustainable economic development and co-ordinate the work of regional and local partners in training, investment, regeneration and business support.

All queries should be directed to the nearest regional office:

East of England

Helpline: 01223 713900
Website: www.eeda.org.uk

East Midlands

Helpline: 0115 988 8300
Website: www.emda.org.uk

London

Helpline: 0207 680 2000
Website: www.lda.gov.uk

North East

Helpline: 0191 261 2000
Website: www.onenortheast.co.uk

North West

Helpline: 01925 400100
Website: www.nwda.co.uk

South West

Helpline: 01392 214747
Website: www.southwestrda.org.uk

West Midlands

Helpline: 0121 380 3500
Website: www.advantagewm.co.uk

Yorkshire & the Humber

Helpline: 0113 394 9600
Website: www.yorkshire-forward.com

Scottish Enterprise

Promotes economic development in Scotland. Works with companies, individuals, and public sector bodies to develop existing businesses and support new businesses.

Helpline: 0845 604 8787 (within Scotland)
Helpline: 0141 228 2000 (Rest of UK)
Website: www.scottish-enterprise.com

Jobs and Skills

A different way to search for jobs, training and careers.

Helpline: http://jobcentreplus.jobsandskills.gov.uk