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Wigan Skills Centre

Courses for 16–18-year-olds.

Courses for 16 to 18-Year-Olds – Find Your Next Step

At the Growth Company, we understand that leaving school can feel overwhelming. That’s why our courses for 16 to 18-year-olds are designed to give you the support, skills, and confidence you need to take your next step.

Our courses are tailored to suit your goals, strengths, and interests — whether you're aiming for further education, an apprenticeship or your first job.

Each course includes a main qualification in a subject area that interests you, alongside important extras such as:

  • Maths and English (if you haven’t achieved Grade 4 yet)

  • Personal, Social Health and Economic education
  • Work experience or a work placement

  • Employability skills

You’ll gain real-world skills and experience in a supportive, hands-on learning environment — helping you build a future that works for you.

Our Programmes

Level 1 Certificate for Working in the Health, Adult and Child Care Sectors

24-30 weeks
1
Various locations in Greater Manchester
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Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Health and Social Care

24 - 30 weeks
2
Various locations in Greater Manchester
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Level 1 Diploma in Construction Multiskills

34 weeks
1
Various locations in Greater Manchester
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Hairdressing Level 1 & 2

24 - 30 weeks
1
Wigan Skills Centre
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Who to contact at this Skills Centre if you are concerned about yourself or a friend/peer:

T: 01942 527775

E: Wigan@gceducationandskills.ac.uk

Pennyhurst Mill, Haig Street, Wigan WN3 4AZ

Wigan Skills Centre