Our Story
For over four decades, employers have trusted Access Training to help them develop talent, address skills gaps and create stronger organisations.
We work closely with both our learners and employers to understand their challenges and design practical learning solutions that support performance, progression and growth. Our aim is to provide practical learning that is designed around workplace application and wider support to help learners improve skills, achieve more and progress themselves.
73.8%
overall achievement rate
96%
learner satisfaction score
98.4%
achiever positive outcome
Industry Specialists
Our team is made up of experienced professionals with current sector knowledge and teaching expertise. We heavily invest in our staff development to ensure we have the perfect balance of up-to-date industry experience, combined with strong teaching practices.
Workforce Development Expertise
We support development and growth at every level, from recruitment through to leadership. By partnering with us, you could gain access to broader specialist knowledge and support with future skills and innovation.
Community Support
Through skills-led growth and local partnerships, we are dedicated to creating more opportunities for people and employers in the region.
Proud success stories, real learners, lasting impact
Hear from learners themselves about their experiences and journeys, demonstrating how powerful apprenticeships can be in launching and accelerating a successful career.
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Our trusted partners.
What our customers say
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“I’ve really enjoyed my apprentice journey and found it challenging however with the support of Access especially my tutor. Dave put full commitment into me and went above and beyond to offer his support, having this I have now completed my EPA and I am now fully qualified. I’m very grateful for what Dave has taught me and he’s made my journey a special one.”
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“It has allowed me to get that link between the theory & the practical side of Project Management. The day release sessions also allow for discussion within the group where we can share best practice”
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“My apprenticeship at Access Training has been a game-changer, not just for my career but also for my personal growth.”
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“We know that the Access team will do what they always do and help us recruit the best candidates and then provide superb levels of training and support throughout the 3-year course. We genuinely love dealing with the entire team, it’s always a pleasure and we look forward to our 3 existing apprentices continuing to grow and also taking on further new recruits.”
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“We have successfully recruited several staff members that have trained with Access. Darren has been coming to the practice for years, he knows how the practice runs, knows the staff and helps the apprentices fit in the team as he has knowledge of us. Communication is always great and I have no concerns. He is great!”
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“The combination of theory-based learning and applying it within a workplace is an invaluable way of learning.”
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“The trainer was quick to ask me what my training outcomes would be and tailored large parts of the course to my needs.”
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“I chose to do the apprenticeship not only to support me in being the best in my current role but also for career progression opportunities. Now I have gained much more knowledge in key knowledge areas, I feel I’m ready to take on more responsibility within my organisation”
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“Since attending the course, staff have gained skills and knowledge that has already helped them in their roles. Those on the Excel courses has vastly improved their skills and have utilised their newfound knowledge to tailor workbooks to better suit our needs as a business and modernised our system.”
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“It was well structured and took us through the steps logically. It was good to learn – and to understand – the data source, transforming the data and finally to build live dashboards. I liked that it was friendly and interactive and I was not afraid to ask questions.”
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“I was nervous about going back to study for my Level 3 Team Leader apprenticeship but I was quickly put to ease by the professional and friendly staff at Access Training.”
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“The Accounting Level 2 course is going really well. The knowledge I am receiving from the classes is being easily applied at work – especially journals, VAT & costing. The AAT website has been particularly helpful when it comes to learning the units as well as what is taught during the lessons. The class works well together with us all contributing & I think that is down to your teaching. Overall great!”
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“We have used Access Training at Accounting For Good to train our apprentices, and I have personally worked with them across organisations throughout my career. Each apprentice has always had a great education from the staff there and thoroughly enjoyed their time training. Overall the Access team are great people to work with – I highly recommend them.”
Our values
We do the right thing
We act with honesty, integrity and professionalism. We take responsibility for our actions, make decisions we can be proud of, and do what is right for our learners, employers, colleagues and communities.
We value each other
We treat everyone with respect, support one another and recognise that people are our greatest strength. We value different perspectives, collaborate and build positive relationships and create an environment where everyone feels included, heard and able to do their best.
We improve continuously
We embrace learning, innovation and digital technology to improve how we work and the results we achieve, while keeping people, relationships and human judgement at the centre of everything we do.