Skills Bootcamps

Are you a Hertfordshire resident looking to enhance your skills to start your career or advance your career?

We offer a fully funded Skills Bootcamp in Early Years, designed to provide you with the knowledge and expertise needed to succeed in today's competitive job market.

Who can apply? Browse our Skills Bootcamps What to expect For employers

Who can apply?

You are eligible for free bootcamps if you:

Are a Hertfordshire resident.
Are 19 years old or above.
Are a UK national or anyone with a lawful immigration status in the UK.

You will not be eligible if you are in the UK under any of the following conditions;

- On a student visa

- On a sponsorship visa

- On a visa or residence permit that restricts or prohibits study

- In the UK on holiday (with or without a visa)

Have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
Are employed, self-employed, unemployed, or returning to work after a break.
Are not currently in any formal education, including any other skills bootcamps.

Our Skills Bootcamps

Early Years

Passionate about working with young children and looking to start or advance your career in Early Years education?

We've got fully funded Early Years Bootcamps designed to equip you with the skills you need to thrive in this rewarding field.

What you'll learn on the Early Years Skills Bootcamp

Understanding child development stages
How to create educational activities
Safeguarding practices
Managing early years settings
How to support children with special educational needs
Paediatric First Aid.

You will need to be able to commit to weekly online classes for 12 weeks (or 6 in the case of our intensive course starting in January).

We are now recruiting for October 2026 and January 2027. Dates;

Mondays, starting 12th October

12/10/26 - 25/01/27 (no lessons 26/10/26, 21/12/26, 28/12/26, 04/01/27) - 9.15am to 2.45pm

Mondays and Wednesdays, starting 6th January (Intensive, 6-week course with two lessons per week)

06/01/27 - 31/03/27 (no lessons on 15th and 17th February). Final class on 24th February - 9.15am to 2.45pm

This Skills Bootcamp will include modules on safeguarding, child development, and food and nutrition, as well as some 1:1 sessions with your tutor and a careers' advice meeting.

There will be one full day where you will need to attend in person to complete your paediatric first aid qualification.

In between your live classes, you will be expected to undertake 6 hours of independent study per week.

The Level 2 Certificate is awarded by the NCFE.

Apply for Early Years Skills Bootcamp

What to expect from our Skills Bootcamps

Quality training covering essential topics and skills.
Flexible learning with online and in-person sessions.
Expert teachers who bring real-world insights to the training.
Dedicated career support, including CV writing workshops, interview preparation, and job placement assistance.

For employers

Are you an employer looking to recruit skilled professionals? Step2Skills can help you find the right candidates who are trained and ready to make a positive impact in your organisation.

Partner with us to access a pool of individuals who have completed our comprehensive Skills Bootcamps.

You will find candidates who have had thorough training and have the skills you need, which can then be developed further when they are in post.

Skills Bootcamps are a great way to boost your team's abilities, leading to growth, better productivity, and improved staff retention.

Speak to us today. Email employers@hertfordshire.gov.uk Step2Skills.Bootcamps@hertfordshire.gov.uk