reviews-header-3

Choosing to embark on training really will change your working life, whether you’re seeking new skills to help you work smarter, updating your ability to reach for a promotion, or wanting to learn skills for a profession new to you. From professionals wanting to advance their skillset, to individuals wanting to return to work after a career break, or step into an entirely new role, we’ve trained thousands of people from a wide range of businesses and backgrounds. Read just some of our past learners’ success stories below.

All Success Stories

Edward Makumbi’s Successful Transition in Business with Programming

Edward Makumbi’s Successful Transition in Business with Programming

Edward began his journey with Pitman Training Edinburgh earlier this year because of the positive online reviews. With a background in business and entrepreneurship, he'd been looking for an opportunity to expand his skillset.

From Business Graduate to Aspiring Accountant: Anna Ratkova’s Pitman Training Experience

From Business Graduate to Aspiring Accountant: Anna Ratkova’s Pitman Training Experience

Anna Ratkova was ready for a fresh start. Although she had a background in business management and a Bachelor of Science degree, she was done with that chapter in her life and wanted to focus on something new.

Rowena’s Journey: From Technical Drafting to HR Essentials

Rowena’s Journey: From Technical Drafting to HR Essentials

I chose Pitman because I find the location accessible," Rowena explains. However, the training centre's proximity to her home was just the beginning of what would become a life-changing learning experience

Aspiring Developer to Confident Coder: Zain Ul-Abidin Aziz’s Pitman Training Journey

Aspiring Developer to Confident Coder: Zain Ul-Abidin Aziz’s Pitman Training Journey

Zain said, "I found the flexible learning model very helpful, available, and easy to use. " He especially loved how Pitman Training's learning model included day, evening, and weekend options.

From Career Change to Graduate of the Year: Andrew’s Journey

From Career Change to Graduate of the Year: Andrew’s Journey

From Career Change to Graduate of the Year: Andrew’s Journey Finding a New Path in Accounting Andrew MacDonald discovered his true calling when he started Pitman Training’s AAT courses. Beginning with Level 2, he quickly realised he’d found the perfect career path. Rising Through the Ranks Moving through Level 3 AAT and onto Level 4, ... Read more

Elena – Retrains and succeeds in her job search!

Elena – Retrains and succeeds in her job search!

I was made redundant early last year. I had always thought it a possibility, but when it actually happened it was quite a shock and took some major adjustments.

Anne Cousins – from redundancy to Office Administrator

Anne Cousins – from redundancy to Office Administrator

Ann Cousins found that although she had 28 years of office skills, she had no certificates or awards to verify her experience and as a consequence, decided to study for the Pitman Training Accounting Technician Diploma.

Joseph’s Amazing Career Pivot with Pitman Training

Joseph’s Amazing Career Pivot with Pitman Training

For this entry, we want to introduce you to Joseph Leons, who embarked on a career change journey with Pitman Training's Network Support Engineer Diploma with CompTIA. With a background in Electrical Engineering, Joseph sought a formal qualification to pivot his career path, building on his self-taught experience.

Samantha’s Pitman Training Adventure: From Determination to Achievement

Samantha’s Pitman Training Adventure: From Determination to Achievement

Samantha Aberdein, a determined learner seeking to return to clerical work after a hiatus, recently completed the Medical Secretary Diploma with Pitman Training. Her choice of course was driven by one desire, "I chose the Medical Secretary Diploma because I am looking to work in the NHS," Samantha explains, highlighting her clear career goal and motivation for pursuing this particular course.