If you’re interested in starting a career in IT, check out this free IT support training programme, leading to a globally recognised qualification.
 

 

Generation’s FREE IT Support Programme in Greater Manchester & West Midlands

 
Get certified as an IT Professional with the globally recognised Service Desk Institute.
 

Application form

(Check eligibility below and click on the region you are located in)

• Greater Manchester

• West Midlands (check locations below)

We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis – it only takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete the application! We will then be in contact about next steps. Apply as soon as possible to not miss out!

Benefits to you

• IT certification: get certified as an IT Professional with the Service Desk Institute, who are a leading global community for everyone working in the IT service and support industry.
• Career prospects: earn up to £24k as a starting salary and after 2 to 3 years progression to Team Leader, Desktop Engineer or System Administrator (£24–35k).
• Mentoring: 1:1 mentor during our programme and for 6 months post-programme.
• Employers: connect graduates of our programmes to hiring employers.
• Support: work-related benefits can still be received on Generation programmes due to our partnership with DWP. Laptop and internet access provided to those in need.

Key information

• Start date: 26^th July 2021 (duration of 12 weeks)
• Cost: FREE
• Qualification: IT Certification
• Delivery: Zoom, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Eligibility (Greater Manchester)

• Aged 18-25 and not currently in education, training, or stable employment
• Living in Greater Manchester
• Have the legal right to work & live in the UK
• Available full time for the programme and ready to enter employment

Eligibility (West Midlands – check locations below)

• Aged 18-29 and not in education, training, or stable employment
• Living in Birmingham, Solihull, Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton, or Coventry (includes Bedworth/Nuneaton)
• Have the legal right to work & live in the UK
• Available full time on our programmes and ready to enter employment

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