What are Upskilling courses all about?
Develop and improve your skills with short courses designed to support your career. As well as learning or developing your skills, these courses make great Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities and pathways into new industries.
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Why choose an upskilling course at UCM?
- We have a wide range of course for all interests and abilities
- We have high quality learning environments and facilities that suit the course topic
- We have experienced tutors who are passionate about what they do
- We deliver courses across a wide range of venues on the island (view the map)
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- Download, complete & return this form. We will then call you to take payment and confirm your place on the course.
- OR Pop in to our Homefield Road campus to complete the form and make payment.
Call 648200 to speak to one of our team if you have any further queries, or if the dates shown above aren't suitable please register your interest by emailing adultlearning@ucm.ac.im
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This course provides essential training for safely and effectively installing pesticide plugs in tree stumps. Participants will gain knowledge of relevant legislation, site assessment, and product information while developing practical skills in equipment preparation, plug installation, and post-operational procedures. Ideal for those working in forestry, landscaping, or environmental management. Awarded by City & Guilds NPTC.
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- Know the legislative and safety regulations relating to pesticide plug installation
- Be able to assess the environmental factors relating to the installation site
- Be able to read and interpret product information
- Be able to prepare pesticide plug application equipment and calculate numbers of plugs required
- Be able to install pesticide plugs
- Know how to carry out post-operational procedures
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This practical course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to safely operate hand-held pesticide injection equipment. Covering key topics such as legislative and safety regulations, environmental assessments, product information, equipment calibration, and post-operational procedures, the course ensures you’re fully prepared to apply pesticides responsibly and effectively. Perfect for those looking to upskill in the agricultural or environmental sectors. Awarded by City & Guilds NPTC
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- Know the legislative and safety regulations relating to pesticide injection equipment
- Be able to assess the environmental factors relating to the site
- Be able to read and interpret product information
- Be able to prepare and calibrate the pesticide injection equipment
- Be able to inject pesticide
- Know how to carry out post-operational procedures
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7th May 2025
9am to 1pm
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If you use a tractor this qualification will help you prove your ability as part of your work in agriculture, horticulture or other industries The minimum age limit for candidates taking this qualification is 16 years. This does not replace any legal requirement for a driving licence. It covers safe driving of a tractor, pre-use maintenance, safety checks and recognition of controls and instruments. The test of covers the use of the tractor in a range of situations: driving safely and correctly around a suitable course (including reversing with a trailer), trailer hitching, attaching 3-point linkage and Power Take Off (PTO) driven attachments. There is an optional unit that covers the use of a tractor fitted with a front-end loader.
Times: 9am - 5pm
Duration: 1 day
Fee: £485.64
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Start Date: 15/05/2025 (Course Code:Q4606)
How to apply for this course:
- Download, complete & return this form. We will then call you to take payment and confirm your place on the course.
- OR Pop in to our Homefield Road campus to complete the form and make payment.
Call 648200 to speak to one of our team if you have any further queries, or if the dates shown above aren't suitable please register your interest by emailing adultlearning@ucm.ac.im
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How to apply for this course:
- Download, complete & return this form. We will then call you to take payment and confirm your place on the course.
- OR Pop in to our Homefield Road campus to complete the form and make payment.
Call 648200 to speak to one of our team if you have any further queries, or if the dates shown above aren't suitable please register your interest by emailing adultlearning@ucm.ac.im
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Times: 9am - 12pm
Duration: 1 session of 4 hours
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This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who have recently entered into the construction industry. This qualification is also suitable for tradespeople who desire to develop or improve their knowledge of retrofit in the construction industry.
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- Understand the operational differences between electric and non electric vehicles, and how to identify the different types of electric vehicle.
- Understand the importance of adhering to health and safety legislation, regulations, guidelines and how to identify workplace procedures and how to work safely around electric vehicles.
- Understand the hazards associated with working on or around electric vehicles.
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This is an online course offering, with full content and material that will prepare the student for their exam, which will then be held at UCM. Course fee includes exam fee.
18th Edition Wiring Regulations E-learning - Full Course (2382-22)
This interactive online course ensures that you are up to date with the 18th Edition of the
IET Wiring Regulations (BS 76712018 AMD 2).
The course consists of a series of micro-learning activities. Assessment of knowledge is a regular feature within the course, ensuring that learners fully understand how to navigate and interpret the Wiring Regulations in the updated form. As part of the course learners will have access to three practice examination tests.
This course is aimed at those looking to gain solid understanding of BS 7671:2018 AMD 2 requirements. It is approximately 35 hours of e-learning, the purpose of which is to prepare learners for the 2382:22 exam.
For any queries please contact adultlearning@ucm.ac.im
Course fee: £248.15
Course code: Q4693
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The 18th Edition course is an online course, it is up to the student how long the course is, as its self study and assessments along the way. After you have enrolled and paid, you will receive login details for the online smartscreen and away you go.
When you are ready to sit the final exam, you need to let our Exams Office know – exams@ucm.ac.im and they will then send out a date for you to sit the online exam at UCM.
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To register your interest or apply, please contact adultlearning@ucm.ac.im and we will send you the part time enrolment form for completion.
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If you are involved in the transportation of animals by road on short journeys (over 65km and up to 8 hours duration) this qualification will ensure you meet the requirement for a Certificate of Competence outlined in the Council Regulation (EC) No1/2005 on the Protection of Animals During Transport and the Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order 2006. The qualification is species specific (e.g. cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, horses, game birds). It covers the legal requirements, journey planning, vehicle suitability, fitness to travel, causes and signs of stress in animals, space allowances, stocking densities, handling and animal welfare in transit and post journey requirements.
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This qualification will appeal to those who use a forklift as part of their work in agriculture, horticulture or distribution and warehousing. It has been developed to cover the “basic training” requirements of the Approved Code of Practice for Rider Operated Forklift Trucks. This does not replace any legal requirement for a driving licence. Candidates can choose the type of forklift for assessment: Rough Terrain Masted Forklift or Telescopic Forklift. The assessment covers the associated differences between use, operation and maintenance of the machines, pre-use maintenance and safety checks, recognition of controls and instruments.
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Please contact If you are involved in the transportation of animals by road on short journeys (over 65km and up to 8 hours duration) this qualification will ensure you meet the requirement for a Certificate of Competence outlined in the Council Regulation (EC) No1/2005 on the Protection of Animals During Transport and the Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order 2006. The qualification is species specific (e.g. cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, horses, game birds). It covers the legal requirements, journey planning, vehicle suitability, fitness to travel, causes and signs of stress in animals, space allowances, stocking densities, handling and animal welfare in transit and post journey requirements.
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Please bring your own PPE.
Times: 9am - 4.3pm (approx)
Duration: 5 months (1 day a week)
Fee: £2,010.00
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- The geology and landscape of the Isle of Man
- The prehistory of the Isle of Man
- The Early-Modern period in the Isle of Man
- The Island’s traditional industries
- The impact of the tourist industry in the Isle of Man
- The languages and literature of the Isle of Man
- Manx art, folklore, and music
- Manx political and economic history
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“Introduction to the Isle of Man is a must for anyone wanting to find out about the rich and diverse history and culture that the Island has.”
“If you think you know everything about Manx history, geology, archaeology, culture and politics you would be wrong. This course is presented by top academic experts in their own fields, delivered to a high standard but never too technical to be beyond the grasp of a mature student group.”
Explore the geology and archaeology of the Island, its social, economic, and political history; and its language, literature, and folklore.
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