ERDINGTON SKILLS CENTRE

Erdington Skills Centre is a purpose-built training hub in north Birmingham, and forms part of James Watt College.

REAL-WORLD SKILLS HUB

Following a £4 million redevelopment, the Centre provides modern classrooms and workshops specifically designed for work-based and entry-level courses.

Whether you are a school leaver, adult learner, or looking to retrain, Erdington Skills Centre gives you the opportunity to develop real-world skills, improve employment prospects, and gain nationally recognised qualifications.

Students wiring a light

Courses Available

The Centre offers full and part-time courses for young people and adults, including free courses for unemployed learners. Courses cover a broad range of practical and technical skills, including:

  • Bricklaying
  • Plastering
  • Carpentry
  • Electrical work
  • Maths and English
Students at Erdington gain hands-on experience that prepares them for careers in construction, engineering, and other vocational sectors. Many progress directly into employment, apprenticeships, or further study after completing courses here.
Andy Lees Senior Director of Innovation & Construction

Get a glimpse of the Centre

Our video tour of the college explores our cutting edge facilities, industry spaces and amazing study areas.

Carpentry student in the workshop

 

 

FIND US

Address:
Edwards Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 9EW
Phone: 0121 446 4545

Easily accessible from across Birmingham and surrounding areas
Local bus links connect the Centre to the wider area
Convenient links to local stations and transport networks