Case Studies & Testimonials
Many different people have benefitted from our training across a range of courses. Please see below for some of our success stories.
Tom Flack - Accounts
Tom Flack, 24, from Preston has found the solution to his career conundrum, he has gained multiple skills by dividing his time between working and learning, adding a little help from Training 2000 and it equals a successful career in accounting.
After initially embarking on the traditional route of studying for his A Levels, Tom soon realised that full time education was not for him. At 18 Tom decided to begin an Apprenticeship so he could combine learning with gaining hands on experience, as well as earning a wage.
Former Training 2000 Apprentice of the Year, Tom gained a Business Administration NVQ with the Lancashire training provider when he was 18, before progressing onto an AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification whilst working at NCO Europe Ltd, studying part-time in the evening.
An Apprenticeship offered Tom the unique combination of work-based learning and hands-on industry experience, which equipped him with the valuable skills and knowledge that employers value. Whilst the AAT Accounting Qualification provided him with the skills to do a wide range of accounting and finance jobs, ultimately giving him the ability to embark on his dream career.
Tom says: “I believe that the AAT qualification and the help and support I received from Training 2000 have benefited my career progression. I now have the relevant qualifications as well as a wealth of experience. I have managed to build up my knowledge of both the theory and the practical aspects of the job.
“I would recommend doing an Apprenticeship to anyone who is considering a career in accounting, it is a real alternative to the traditional route that many of my colleagues have taken.”
Tom is now working as an assistant financial accountant at Preston based company Places for People, where he has been for over two years.
Sheila White [insert job title], worked closely with Tom throughout his training and comments: “Tom has done so well throughout his training. It has been a real pleasure to watch him develop his accountancy skills and knowledge of the industry and apply it in the work place. He has really worked hard in all of his training and exams and the Apprenticeship programme has clearly paid off for him. I am certain that Tom will make an excellent accountant and will go far in his chosen career.”
Case Studies
- Damien Royal - Scaffolding
Damian Royal, 26, from Burnley has been able to turn redundancy into employment with recognised qualifications to boot, thanks to the Response to Redundancy programme delivered by Blackburn based training provider, Training 2000.
- Daniel Harland - Engineering
Daniel Harland’s first experience of Engineering was at just 10 years old when he attended Training 2000 for a Year 6 taster week, after this he was keen to follow in his dads footsteps and become an engineer. He first found out about Apprenticeships when he was in year 9 at West Craven High School when he attended a careers event at the NEC in Birmingham.
- Sara Mc Allister - Automotive
After completing her GCSEs at Darwen Vale School, Sara wanted to turn her passion for cars into a career. After learning about how Apprenticeships allow learners to train while they work, Sara decided to undertake an Apprenticeship at Training 2000.
- Misba Pervez
Misba undertook her apprenticeship with Training 2000 for Level 2 Health & Social Care in 2007/8.
- Kate Downes - Dental
Kate Downes, from Rawtenstall, started her career as a Dental Nurse in 2001 after deciding that sixth form wasn’t for her. Soon after securing a job with Wellgate Dental Practice in Clitheroe Kate embarked on an Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing with Training 2000.
- Jack McLaughin - Business Admin
20 year-old Jack McLaughlin, from Preston, is successfully climbing the legal career ladder following an Apprenticeship at Lancashire training provider, Training 2000.
- Jasmine-Pearce Jones - Care
Burnley’s Jasmine Pearce-Jones’ career in care is going from strength to strength having shot-to-success following an Apprenticeship at Blackburn-based training provider, Training 2000.
- Jordan Storer - Care
An 18-year-old from Padiham (Nr Burnley)has moved a step closer towards his dream of becoming a paramedic after completing an Apprenticeship with Training 2000.
- Beth Douglas - Engineering Instructor
When Beth Douglas, from Blackburn left Training 2000 as a Time Served Toolmaker in 2001 after completing a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship, little did she know that she would be going full-circle in her journey and returning to the training provider 11 years later to pass her knowledge on to aspiring apprentices as a Training 2000 Engineering Instructor.
- Robert Nerenberg, Engineering, Hanson Cement
Robert Nerenberg, 19, from Clitheroe has engineered himself a top career through an Apprenticeship at Hanson Cement delivered by Lancashire based training provider Training 2000.
- Daniel Little - Construction
Daniel Little, 22, from Preston is well on his way to his dream career as an Industrial Heating Engineer thanks to some great qualifications and steely determination to succeed. Currently studying for an NVQ Level 3 at Lancashire based training provider, Training 2000, Daniel has literally, really gone the distance.
- Katie Taylor - Accounts
Katie Taylor, 23, from Darwen has got her career in accountancy all figured out thanks to an Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Apprenticeship from Blackburn based training provider, Training 2000. Having recently been ranked 22nd in the world for her Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) audit examination results, Katie is proof that with an Apprenticeship, the sky really is the limit!
- Tom Flack - Accounts
Tom Flack, 24, from Preston has found the solution to his career conundrum, he has gained multiple skills by dividing his time between working and learning, adding a little help from Training 2000 and it equals a successful career in accounting.
- Michael Wild - Engineering
Michael Wild, 20, from Preston has engineered himself a top career through an Apprenticeship at Royal Mail delivered by Lancashire based training provider Training 2000.
- Business - Duncan Kinloch – Head of Strategy & Planning – Blackburn Rovers Community Trust.
I would like to make your senior management team aware of the excellent service that I have received over the past three years. Carl Sargeson is superb and to present we have had 6 apprentices filling positions and some at short notice. Lisa Howard, Tracey Housley and Jonny Smith have been very good and I feel Michael Hunt and yourself should be made personally aware of the service you have given. Blackburn Rovers is a committed trust and are delighted with Training 2000. Chloe Whitehead had the honor of participating in the German Exchange and has blossomed and built up her confidence since the trip.
- Chris Dunlop - Dental
Chris Dunlop, 18, from Cleveleys, is moulding his future career in dentistry through an Advanced Apprenticeship with Training 2000. Currently completing his NVQ Level 3 in Oral Dental Nursing, while working at Blackpool Primary Care Trust (PCT), Chris is determined to achieve his goal of becoming a dental nurse.
- Business Administration - John Barnes Training Co-ordinator, Voith Fabrics, Blackburn
We have used Training 2000 for in excess of 14 years for recruitment of our apprentices. They offer excellently run apprenticeship schemes, and we can see a definite overall improvement to the business in productivity and efficiency in the areas where the learning and training courses had been directed and delivered. Training 2000 is a local, reliable professional organization that is flexible and is able to work around our business needs. They are renowned for creating good sound working relationships with whomever they deal with.
- Business Administration - Amanda Snowden, HH Print Management, Clayton le Moors
HH Print Management has been involved with Training 2000 since May 2006. The greatest impact upon my department would have to be the raising of skills levels particularly in Business Administration. T...
- Cassie Forysth - Automotive
Cassandra began on our entry to employment (e2e) programme in July 2007, when she began Cassie was willing to learn, dedicated, eager and positive and this continued throughout the programme.
- Jessica Hall - Business Administration
Jessica Hall, 18, from Fleetwood has made the perfect start to her career after completing her Business Administration Apprenticeship in a record ten months with Blackpool based training provider, Training 2000.
- Daniel Wilkinson - Construction
As Daniel Wilkinson approached the end of school he wasn’t exactly sure what his next move would be. He was keen to continue learning but also wanted to get a job so he could start earning a wage.
- Lisa Howard - Business
When Lisa left school she went onto sixth form but after a short time she realised that it wasn’t for her, she wanted to be more hands on in an actual work place rather than the classroom.
- Jonny Smith - Business
At school, Jonny didn’t perform particularly well in the class room environment as he didn’t find it stimulating. After leaving school he embarked on an ICT diploma at college but soon realised that he wanted to get out into the world of work and start to earn some money.
- Adult Training Skills for Jobs
Julie had suffered from depression for 14 years; before joining the Impact course; although she had managed to hold down a part time cleaning job for two years; until January 2006. After this, Julie went onto income support due to incapacity.
- Business - Joanne Croasdale - Business Support Manager, Capita Symonds Ltd, Blackburn
“Having worked with Training 2000 over several years we have recruited numerous apprentices who have been of a high standard and have successfully progressed into full time positions or received promotions within Capita. We receive excellent standards of training, mentoring and support from Training 2000 who are now helping us to support learners on e2e and the Learner Agreement Pilot and to develop learning with existing employees through the Train to Gain programme.”
- Train to Gain Automotive - Life begins at 40 for Norrie
Norrie Doogan, a qualified MOT technician at Perrys of Blackburn, was one of the first success stories from Training 2000’s Train to Gain programme.
Testimonials from employers
- Elaine Coffey, HR Advisor, Premier Foods, Wigan
At Premier Foods in Wigan, we have forged a strong working relationship with Training 2000 Ltd over the past 18 months. This has primarily been through the delivery of fully funded vocational training, which we have found to be extremely beneficial to our operation.
- Construction - Peter Wright - HR Manager - ACME Refrigeration, Blackburn
ACME Refrigeration has been utilising the training services of Training 2000 for in excess of twenty years. With the help of Training 2000 ACME Refrigeration has produced many skilled workers over the years. The dedication and commitment of Training 2000 to provide a first class service towards our learners has never ceased and whilst working closely with our selves always look to improve quality.
- Scaffolding - Clive Burke, Axess Scaffolding Ltd, Burnley.
Axess has been working closely with Training 2000 for seven years, during this time they have helped us accomplish our target of a 100% CISRS qualified and committed workforce.
- Automotive - Louise Gaskell, Director, Gaskell Motors
We have used T2 for apprentices since 2000 and we always know that the learners are given the right training in the correct environment. Training 2000 help to raise skills levels and provide excellent support for our learners and also ourselves.
- Scaffolding - Steve Crook, Howorth Scaffolding
We have worked with Training 2000 for many years now, during this time our organisation has benefited immensely in receiving training for our operatives, enabling the candidates to achieve their NVQ Level 2 & Level 3.
- Engineering & Manufacturing- Robert Else, Royal Mail
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank Training 2000 for all their hard work, it has been good working with Training 2000 and I have learnt a lot from such a prestigious organisation. The ded...
- Engineering & Manufacturing- Lyndsey Greenan, Personnel Officer, Baxenden Chemicals Limited, Accrington
"The overall calibre of applicants which were sent for interview by Training 2000 were of an extremley high standard. The standard of Training 2000 apprentices is a credit to the company and we would ...
- Engineering & Manufacturing - Lyn Butler, HR Development Manager, Leyland Trucks, Leyland
“We have been working in partnership with Training 2000 for approximately 8 years supporting our apprentice training and development. They are the only training provider for this particular programme within the area that meet our rigorous standard of quality. As a result Leyland Trucks are able to recruit well-trained and highly skilled personnel who have successfully completed the Advanced Apprenticeship programme.
- Health & Safety - Richard Todd, EHS Coordinator/QA Technician, ITT Pure-Flo (UK) Ltd, Kirkham (nr Preston)
“ITT Pure-Flo (UK) Ltd have been using Training 2000 since 2001. We initially used the company for the training needs for our production staff, in Fork Lift operation, Lifting and Slinging, Abrasive Wheels etc. The initial choice for using Training 2000 was cost and locality, the training unit at Blackpool was easily accessible by all our staff.
- Construction - Bob Hilton - Safety Operations Supervisor, T Jolly Services Ltd, Preston
“T Jolly Services Ltd have been using Training 2000 for approximately seven years in the development of our mechanical apprentices. We feel we receive a very good service and that our apprentices receive a good standard of training that leads to them progressing to competent workers. We also feel that we have a very good relationship with the trainers of our apprentices and are kept up to date with their progress at regular intervals. We will continue to use Training 2000 in the future.”
- Environmental - Rick Mills – Environmental Compliance Manager - Wastewater Operations, United Utilities, Warrington
Since 2003 Training 2000 have programmed and delivered numerous Level 2 and Level 4 NVQ awards which have enabled our organisation to fulfill its compliance with Waste Management Obligations to demonstrate the competencies of our staff within the business. Training 2000 were chosen on the basis of their understanding of our industry sector, therefore being able to assess competency within the workplace
- Mechanical Handling - Charlie Hopcraft, Training and Improvement Facilitator, Johnson Matthey Catalyst, Clitheroe
“Johnson Matthey Catalysts have been involved with Training 2000 since its formation. One of the major benefits to our company has been the development of our apprentices. We chose Training 2000 as a local supplier whose trainers had industry background and were willing to adapt to our specific needs. We feel training 2000 give us quality training and excellent value.”
- Engineering & Manufacturing - Lyn Butler, HR Development Manager, Leyland Trucks, Leyland
“We have been working in partnership with Training 2000 for approximately 8 years supporting our apprentice training and development. They are the only training provider for this particular programme within the area that meet our rigorous standard of quality. As a result Leyland Trucks are able to recruit well-trained and highly skilled personnel who have successfully completed the Advanced Apprenticeship programme.
- Engineering & Manufacturing - Jackie Taylor, HR Officer, Aircelle Limited, Burnley
Aircelle Limited have been using Training 2000 for over 10 years. With the decline in trained aerospace engineers and an ageing work-force to contend with providing Apprenticeships in craft trades will ensure our future success. Training 2000 provides a mix of both on and off the job training and ensures that all our apprentices are job ready when they return to site.
- Healthcare - Shelagh Thompson, Manager, Station Road Highfield Scheme, Rishton
“For the last 10 years, Training 2000 have taken all of the staff in our learning disability house through their NVQ 2 and 3 in Care. Using Training 2000 has benefited our company in that the staff w...
- Dental - Elaine Gaffney RDN, Dip DPM, Practice Manager, Bateman & Best Dental Practice, Darwen:
“We chose to recruit from Training 2000 because of their selection criteria, saving us time and money in advertising and selection interviews, and we are happy in the knowledge that they will select suitable applicants based on the needs of the practice. We have had a 100% pass rate from our trainees enabling the practice to run more efficiently and work together as a team, which reflects on the patients who are receiving good quality care. With the help of Training 2000 we are a successful practice and would not hesitate to recruit and train through them in the future.”
- Automotive - Chris Grime, Principal Fleet Manager, Lancashire County Engineering Services (LCES), Preston:
”Training 2000 has provided a comprehensive training programme for apprentices across all disciplines within our vehicle maintenance division. This training, coupled with our in-house mentoring arrangements has produced award winning apprentices who have become outstanding individuals and are a major asset to Lancashire County Engineering Services.”
Testimonials from schools
- Peter Knowles, Longridge High School Maths and Computing College
As a direct result of the workshops delivered in our school older pupuls have been well prepared for moving on to Apprenticeship Programmes and younger pupils, through T2IAG are more informed about th...
- Adrian Brandwood, Broughton Business & Enterprise College
A first class opportunity for 14-16 year olds to experience the world of engineering with a professional schools department at Training 2000.
- Peter Briggs, Pleckgate High School, Blackburn
In the last four years in which we have used Training 2000 to deliver Applied GCSE Engineering we have received first class teaching, cooperation and communications between the school and Training 2000, leading to outstanding results in this area.
- Peter Evans, Ribblesdale School, Clitheroe
We have developed an excellent working partnership with Training 2000, it works because we view it as such rather than a place to send students we don’t want in school.
Testimonials from learners
