Certificate Courses

A certificate course is similar to a diploma in that you gain a qualification at the end of it and it is shorter than a degree course. However, unlike a diploma, certificate courses usually take months instead of years to complete. Certificate courses are based around a specific skill or career, and although less involved than a degree or diploma, they can help you increase your knowledge, gain accreditation for your current role or get your foot in the door for a career you are interested in. Check out our range of certificate courses and get started today!

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Nursing Assistant Certificate

Nursing assistant careers may not be for the faint of heart but they’re unique in all they have to offer. After all, not all professionals can sincerely say their job makes a positive and lasting difference to people’s lives, at least not in a way that...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Health Care Aide +2
International Career Institute - Course

Massage Certificate

Massage careers are an exciting professional avenue perfect for those passionate about making people’s lives better through their work. Alongside the other perks of the job such as the ability to set up your own practice and work from home, it’s no won...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Massage therapists
International Career Institute - Course

Forensics Certificate

Are you after an exciting career where no day is ever the same? If so, a forensics career may be the thing for you. Forensics jobs (also known as criminalistics) involve using the very best of science to help the police catch criminals and build eviden...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Private investigators +7
International Career Institute - Course

Beauty Therapy & Make Up Certificate

Beauty therapy is an exciting area of study, perfect for those with a special interest in makeup, hair and beauty, and helping people look and feel better about themselves. The Beauty Therapy & Make Up Certificate is perfect for aspiring beautician...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Beauty Therapist
International Career Institute - Course

Criminal Psychology Certificate

If you’ve always been fascinated by the psychology of criminal behaviour and would like to learn more about the fine intersection of psychology and the criminal justice system, then you might find criminal psychology an exciting study area to pursue. T...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Probation / Rehabilitation +6
International Career Institute - Course

Teaching Assistant Certificate

The teaching assistant role involves supporting both teachers and pupils in ensuring that the latter group has everything they need to succeed educationally. If what you’ve always wanted is a job that would allow you to make a real difference to people...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Teacher Aide +2
International Career Institute - Course

Photography Certificate

Does photography occupy a special place in your heart? Do you have dreams of training to become a world-class photographer and getting paid for your passion? Then, you’ve come to the right place. This Photography Diploma is a photography course like no...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Press photography (also know... +10
International Career Institute - Course

Pharmacy Assistant Certificate

Become a Pharmacy Assistant. The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from highly qualified and experienced professionals. The retail pharmacy is a vital health advisory centre in which graduates play an important role in. The cour...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Healthcare Consultant
International Career Institute - Course

Payroll Theory

The 2 Days Payroll Theory Training combines the essential elements for you to understand the core requirements of UK Payroll legislation in respect of tax and NICs system, Deductions like maternity, sick pay, annual leave, Pensions, and more as dictate...

Study Method In-class, Online
Location Birmingham England +4
Job Outcomes Payroll Administrator, +4
Acudemy - Course

CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in HR Practice

CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you an accredited route into the Human Resources industry. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 3 Certificate online, allowing you to stud...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes HR Administrator +1
Avado - Course

CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in HR Management

CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you an accredited route into the Human Resources industry. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 5 Certificate online, allowing you to stud...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes HR Analyst or Advisor +1
Avado - Course

CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in L&D

CIPD qualifications are internationally recognised and offer you the opportunity to gain credibility in the Learning and Development field. With AVADO in partnership with CIPD Enterprises you can gain your professional CIPD Level 5 Certificate online,...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes L&D Manager +1
Avado - Course

MSP Practitioner

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)® can be likened to a film director: just as a film director oversees all aspects of production from scene to scene and through to the final product, the MSP® certification oversees all aspects of project and program...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Project Manager
ITonlinelearning - Course

AgilePM Foundation & Practitioner

AgilePM can be best described as creating a brand new dish: instead of writing out a complex recipe, you start off with what you know has worked for your past dishes. As you progress, you add more of one ingredient and then more of another, gradually t...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Project Manager +1
ITonlinelearning - Course

AgilePM Practitioner

AgilePM can be best described as creating a brand new dish: instead of writing out a complex recipe, you start off with what you know has worked for your past dishes. As you progress, you add more of one ingredient and then more of another, gradually t...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Project Manager +1
ITonlinelearning - Course

PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner

PRINCE2® is like a recipe book for project management: just like a recipe book provides step-by-step instructions for preparing a dish, PRINCE2® provides a structured framework for managing projects. It helps ensure that all the necessary steps are fol...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Project Manager +1
ITonlinelearning - Course

PRINCE2® Practitioner

Why choose the PRINCE2® Practitioner? If you’re looking to build on your foundational understanding of PRINCE2® Project Management methodology then this course is for you. PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments) is a globally recognised framewor...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Team manager +1
Learning People - Course

PRINCE2® Foundation

Why choose the PRINCE2® Foundation? PRINCE2® is the global standard for project management, and this certificate gets you well on the way to a rewarding and lucrative role as a project manager. The course will give you a clear understanding of the PRIN...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Project Coordinator +1
Learning People - Course

Cyber Security Pathway

Why choose the Cyber Security Pathway? For those with experience in IT, the Cyber Security Pathway will help you gain the most requested certifications for the skills that employers need. With certifications from tech and cyber giants such as CompTIA,...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Senior Cyber Security Professional
Learning People - Course

Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) Pathway

Why choose the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Pathway? This pathway will help you demonstrate that you have what you need to identify and mitigate cyber security threats by becoming a Certified Ethical Hacker through the EC-Council. Our professionally...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Ethical Hacker
Learning People - Course

How long are certificate courses?

Certificate courses usually take 3-6 months to complete, depending on your level and the area of study you wish to pursue. You can take a certificate course either at an institution or study it entirely online. Online courses are great for those who want flexibility and to study at their own pace from anywhere in the United Kingdom. You can also rest assured that the courses will cover everything you need to know to achieve your professional goals.

Who should take a certificate course?

Certificate courses range from entry level to level 8 while the specific course you take depends on your current level of experience. They cover a range of subject areas from data analysis to English language certificates, with a recognised qualification at the end of the course. For example, you can obtain an official Certificate in Bookkeeping if you have some experience and want to gain official accreditation by the Institution of Certified Bookkeepers; or if you are looking to increase your skills in bookkeeping for your own business. 

As well as courses which require some prior skills or knowledge, there are also recognised certificate courses such as the NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety, which are suitable for anyone without experience looking to get into construction and/or health and safety. There are a variety of certificate courses available online which are open to those with experience as well as those without, including:

  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in HR Practice
  • Web Design and Development Certificate (RQF) Level 3
  • Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care
  • CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership
  • Certificate in Xero Accounting
  • Certified Associate in Project Management

As well as certificates to help you get into (or progress in) a particular career, there are also certificate courses available for those from a more academic background. Higher education and postgraduate certificates are designed for those who have completed A-Levels or a bachelor’s degree and are looking to further their study. They are often the equivalent of a master’s or a bachelor’s degree, but are generally shorter courses and don’t include a dissertation at the end. These, too, can be studied online.

How can a certificate course help me in my career?

Upon successful completion of your certificate course, you will have opened up a new world of opportunity. Some certificate courses such as the NEBOSH health and safety certificates are widely recognised qualifications, often required for work in health and safety roles. 

Certificate courses can also be a huge part of your CPD (continuous personal/professional development) as they show that you are keen to increase your skills and knowledge by learning new things; whether it’s for a new career or to keep up to date with new information for your current role.