Chamber Business Training Testimonials
[Fire Marshal] Friendly and engaging trainer, good at explaining.
Sherri-Lee Boden, Customer Account Manager
AVC DEFENCE & SECURITY LTD
[Fire Marshal] I enjoyed setting off the fire extinguishers.
Andrew Blore, Paint Sprayer
BUS AND COACH WORLD LTD
[Fire Marshal] The trainer was very friendly and the room had his attention at all times - not too overloaded with info. Very interesting videos and slideshow.
Kirsty Hay, Projects Coordinator
AVC DEFENCE & SECURITY LTD
[BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders] Really well presented and easily understood.
Abdul Satar
N/A
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] The course has been a real challenge. It has made me understand my working style and how I interact with others. I have learnt a lot about myself and feel better equipped to do my job better. This is because I now have a better understanding of the organisation and my part in it. I also have a clearer understanding as to how to progress and deal effectively with change.
Syed Naqui, Community Engagement Officer
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] A challenging and informative course delivered in a friendly and informal way which made learning fun. Very relevant to my role and development.
Inspector Awan
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] I didn't know I come across the way I do. When I got accepted on the course, I didn't know what to expect, however I have learnt to adapt my leadership style according to the needs of the person I'm dealing with.
Hara Patel
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] I feel the course has helped develop my leadership skills at work, in that my confidence has improved in my own abilities to adapt to the currently changing environment within the office and embrace the upcoming challenges.
Farnet Hussain, Data Auditor
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] Has shown me to reflect on who I am and how I am both professionally and personally.
PC Maz Bana
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[Tomorrow's Leaders Today] Initially I thought the course was not for me but as the course went on I learnt a lot about myself and how I can use the knowledge & skills in the workplace effectively.
Nima Chohan, HR
LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY
[CIPS Level 2 Introductory Certificate in Purchasing & Supply] Excellent course and I have learned a lot from it. This will help me a lot in my potential career.
Sadie May Thomas, Student
WESTHOLME SCHOOL, BLACKBURN
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] Good experience, good trainer, good learning style and I gained key skills and knowledge.
Yusuf Patel, Student
ST MARY'S COLLEGE, BLACKBURN
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] This course has helped me see where to go in life.
Thomas Birtwell, Print Finisher
BIRTWELL AND COMPANY LIMITED
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] Fantastic. The tutor Candy has great teaching methods and she has so much enthusiasm. Thank you Candy!
Rebecca Pickup, Communication Support Worker
SCHOOL OF SIGN LANGUAGE
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] This course has helped me see where I need to develop and what I hae already acquired.
Joe Birtwell, Print Finisher
BIRTWELL AND COMPANY LIMITED
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] Very good and extremely useful for my job. I learned a lot and will be applying everything I learnt to my job.
Bethany Stone, Business Administrator
NEVILLE GEE LTD
[Personal & Professional Development Programme for Young People] I have learned a lot about customer care, telephone skills and using empathy. This course has helped boost my confidence and I have really enjoyed it.
Abby Kilshaw, Waitress
STANLEY HOUSE HOTEL
[Effective Time & Priority Management] Very useful course. It was interesting to break down how a day is made up for a field sales rep. This then allowed me to see where I could recapture some time to be more productive.
Tom Blaney, Business Development Executive
DYNAMAX TECHNOLOGIES LTD
[Sales Development Workshop] The trainer was able to present the complex topic of Sales in simple terms, making it appealing to both knowledgeable and not-so-knowledgeable members of the audience. I also appreciated the opportunity to intervene and ask questions, to which I received well-informed answers.
The workshop helped me to refresh some of the basic elements of sales, as it is easy to pick up bad habits and cut corners. Remembering the importance of following a system has allowed me to overcome some difficult sales situations in recent weeks. I am really pleased I attended this workshop.
Tom Blaney, Business Development Executive
DYNAMAX TECHNOLOGIES LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] I was delighted by Heather's professionalism and by the fact that I wasn't offered a 'text-book’ lecture, but given practical information from someone who works in the field.
Heather is obviously a very good sales person herself and she helped me refresh some of the basic techniques I need to use every day: identify a need, create a gap and complement my discourse with appropriate body language and tonality.
The training also taught me the importance of 'getting my foot in the door’ and getting rid of the pervasive 'I’ll speak to you shortly.’ This week I’ve had the chance to apply one of the techniques presented: ‘the trial basis’ with successful results - continuing the work on a project with one of our clients. I am truly content I’ve attended this workshop.
Tom Blaney, Business Development Executive
DYNAMAX TECHNOLOGIES LTD
[Effective Time & Priority Management]
I attended the Time Management course at the Chamber of Commerce as I am required to handle a large and varied workload and I wanted to ensure that I am productive throughout my day.
The course has benefited me as I was new to the role and could implement the strategies immediately. The tutor helped the group to identify areas where we lost time each day and how we can manage this. For instance; over checking emails, unnecessary discussions in the workplace, and not planning effectively. I now set my out of office email to prevent me from being distracted, I use to-do lists and block my diary out. I have also created a weekly planner of how to spend my time wisely.
The course gave me a lot of good ideas to bring to the workplace and through the Continuing Development For Young People project I was able to undergo the training free of charge.
Sophie Hill, Permanent Consultant
ADECCO UK
[Presenting Masterclass]
As someone who has never worked in a sales role before, I enrolled in the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce sales and presenting skills training workshops. Both workshops involved experts with years of experience in the fields of sales and presentation, who gave full-day workshops that focused on our individual strengths and weaknesses.
From this, these experts were able to impart useful knowledge and skill sets that I have utilised to increase the turnover of Crowberry Consulting and more importantly, to secure my role within the company. Perhaps the biggest benefit resultant from the workshops is the greater level of confidence in my skills when fulfilling my sales and presenting roles.
Tim Gardner, Environmental Consultant
CROWBERRY CONSULTING LTD
[CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Purchasing & Supply] I cannot speak highly enough of Reg and of the CIPS course material provided through East Lancashire. I studied Level 4 CIPS at a local college and found that the tutors were 'going through the motions' with students and basically reading from the books and not allowing much group interaction. I managed to pass Level 4 but only just!!
I could not believe how much I learnt in the first CIPS lesson I had with Reg and how fast the time went. His use of past papers, constant class interaction, positive attitude and humourous stories of his past purchasing experiences make for an always enjoyable lesson.
I passed every unit at Level 5 and increased my grades by at least 10%. I even obtained a distinction!!
I look forward to completing Level 6 CIPS this year and all of it would not have been possible without the excellent tutorship from Reg and the support from East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce.
Ashley Cartwright, Contracts Officer
YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION
[Presenting Masterclass] I liked how all the attendees were involved in the course.
Rubin Slavin, Operations Manager
COOKE FUELS
[Presenting Masterclass] The best part of the course was the self-sassessment element.
Arfan Khaliq, Sales Manager
COOKE FUELS
[Presenting Masterclass] I loved this course and I've never been a course person before. I would be very happy to attend another course with these two tutors.
Andy Coldwell, Agricultural Account Manager
COOKE FUELS
[Presenting Masterclass] The best part of the course was seeing myself presenting on film. I wouldn't change anything about this training course.
Jordan Berger, Telesales Consultant
COOKE FUELS
[Presenting Masterclass] I liked everything about the course. It was excellent.
John Crawford, Business Development Manager
COOKE FUELS
[Presenting Masterclass] I liked the whole content of the course. It was very enjoyable and I got a lot out of it.
Louise Longshaw, Account Manager
COOKE FUELS
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright]
APPRAISAL OF SALES MASTERCLASS
From Heather Wright's “Sales Masterclass one day course”, we gained better understanding of what our company needs from us with our involvement in the sales department. From this course we began by introducing ourselves individually and introduced who we were and what we wanted from the course. Our needs were then written down and referred to throughout the course, without us knowing that the techniques we would be taught were being use on us to her advantage.
The four main points that were important to us:
1. Confidence
2. Structure
3. What to say and what not to say (including asking open question to customers)
4. How to deal with objections (phone calls and face to face)
We applied four areas individually by practicing with groups of 2/3 and worked with people we didn’t know, this built our confidence and network. This meant that we could then put into action in our workplace in the future.
Some points that we thought were valuable to us were:
1. Participating in various activities to take part in, such as flip cards to identify the features, advantages and benefits of the product on the card. The lecturer advised that the sales guys would then use the benefits to match the solution the customer requested.
2. It was useful to have focus points, an activity, learning points and then top tips with multiple quotations from famous authors. We also felt we learnt from the other participants of the course as we all put in our own ideas, which were unique as the different business’ have had diverse experiences.
3. An activity we spent a lot of time on was the task of using open questions rather than closed to make the customer talk for 70% of the time, while the sales representative will listen for 30%.
4. The way we were given examples of the way being honest could benefit the company in the long run. Honesty equals to Trust results to Relationship with our customers.
5. Also Trust equals to Kindness resulting to Helpfulness. Research showed that Customers generally return to a helpful service.
Heather used her own buying experience to the course which demonstrated the way we would apply in our own businesses. Overall, we really recommend the course and we will be applying the skills we learnt to our jobs in the future.
Adela Slack, Assistant Business Development Executive & Goeun Choi, Marketing Executive
TRISCAN SYSTEMS LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Excellent tips and advice - what to do and what not to do. Taught me about the sales structure and communication.
Goeun Choi, Marketing Executive
TRISCAN SYSTEMS LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Extremely informative, also with humour which made it better. Heather was very enthusiastic and very interesting.
Adela Slack, Assistant Business Development Executive
TRISCAN SYSTEMS LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] A very helpful, interesting and active lesson.
Natalja Katina, Marketing Assistant
SILICONE ENGINEERING LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Informative and insightful. A great day. Fantastic tutor.
Nicola Finlay, Media Consultant
EMPIRE NEW MEDIA
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] An extensive 1 day training course which has improved my selling skills.
Many Lockett, International Trade Manager
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EAST LANCASHIRE
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Very useful. Heather's knowledge was beyond any other sales course I have been on previously.
Tom Blaney, Sales Executive
DYNAMAX TECHNOLOGIES LTD
[CIPS training testimonial from Sheffield City Council]
Hello Christine, hope you are well.
Work's particularly busy at the moment, however I'm aware that as student representative I haven't given you feedback since our last discussion in May regarding material.
The revised format for the material is fantastic, your idea of collating past papers etc has made such a difference to the students. This format has also eliminated the "shuffling" of papers during lessons.
Currently I can only describe the mood of students as "elated" which isn't surprising given the outstanding 100% pass rate for the March exams. As you are aware some of the students can still recall how life was with another provider / trainer when the exam results was commiseration not celebration. Following the continued success rates the group is forward looking to level 6.
I also need to mention whilst discussing exam results that the continuity of the invigilators on the day of the exam has helped the group, Linda in particular brings a professional and calming approach.
Given the pass rates its no surprise that Reg is rated extremely highly with the students, comments from students include " I couldn’t have got this far without your support. I've also been present when the level 6 students have passed onto Reg their thanks.
The high level of training continues, last Friday's training was outstanding, the majority of the session was case study work. As you are aware many of the students have worked in the purchasing environment for a number of years. However Reg's vast experience in Supply Chain experience gave the lesson that extra dimension and understanding for students. From the student's perspective Reg made the case studies "come alive".
No doubt will speak soon,
Regards
Diane Holland Contracts Officer
Strategic Commissioning and Partnership Section
Sheffield City Council
Diane Holland, Contracts Officer
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
[Coaching for Leaders]
To Whom It May Concern:
I have been working with East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce for the past eighteen months on a number of training programmes to meet our company’s needs.
East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce provides a multitude of training programmes to fit the needs of the business with a willingness to provide bespoke training or adapt current training programmes to meet the specific training requirements for the business.
I have found the professionalism has been outstanding and the willingness to assist in developing the training programmes and assisting sourcing funding where applicable an asset.
The Chamber of Commerce provides well designed modern and comfortable training premises with class and conference rooms that meet the needs of the business. The facility is located within very easy and close access to key motorway networks and with ample free visitor parking there are no issues for people attending courses.
I can say that it is rare to come across such a focused and dedicated training provider who goes that extra mile to meet your needs.
I can confidently recommend the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce as a training provider.
Yours faithfully
David Mellor
Company Customer Service & Training Manager
Total Foodservice Solutions Ltd
David Mellor, Company Customer Service & Training Manager
TOTAL FOODSERVICE SOLUTIONS LTD
[BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Designated Premises Supervisors] Today's training session has been extremely useful with regard to my future career. It has helped me understand the roles and responsibilities related to a Designated Premises Supervisor.
Joel Patterson, Director/Young Entrepreneur
JRINK BARS
[BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders] The training session was extremely useful in building a responsible team to run the company. It has helped greatly with knowledge and understanding of the industry.
Joel Patterson, Director/Young Entrepreneur
JRINK BARS
[Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel] Just wanted to say thank you for the excellent Microsoft Word/Excel training course at Red Rose Court. Caroline Coleman was an excellent teacher. Very easy to understand with lots of patience. I am taking a Learn Direct e-course in Word Intermediate and this course was perfect as it went further into what I am learning. I very much enjoyed lunch and it was nice to have coffee etc, when you wanted it. And the cookies for break time were the Cadbury ones that were chocolate covered. Everyone was impressed with them. I also met one of my fellow students who is planning on being a Mental Health Nurse (I work for the NHS in Admin for Lancashire Care) and it was so nice to talk to someone who speaks the same language that I do work-wise. We also knew people in the same profession and it was nice to talk about what I do when I'm actually employed. Please keep me in mind, if anything like this comes up again. I guess the upside of being unemployed at the present moment, is that I was able to do this wonderful course. Again, thank you.
Laura Ann Dronfield, Unemployed
INDIVIDUAL
[Lancashire Women Leading the Way] The event was a great success and the atmosphere was delightful. We were entertained and enlightened, we learned a great deal and yet it did not seem that we were being trained. The whole event was very well balanced and highly professional. We are delighted to be associated with such a prestigious and very well organised training seminar and look forward to continuing our support both for this event in the autumn and of course as always in every way possible for the Chamber and all that it represents. Thank you for inviting us.
Mary-Lou Duggan, Practice Manager
PIERCE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
[Presenting Masterclass] Excellent course. The pace was great and the trainers made everyone feel at ease. I feel I have really benefited from this course.
Margaret Woods, Business Development Manager
SILICONE ENGINEERING
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Fantastic. A great insight into sales!
Dan Cornish, Sales Executive
CLEVERBOXES LIMITED
[Presenting Masterclass] Brilliant! Really boosted my confidence and presentation techniques. Excellent training.
Sam Armin, Sales Team Leader
SAMUEL COOKE & CO
[Presenting Masterclass] This was going to be my worst nightmare! With the course today I feel much more confident and will continue to practise and gain more confidence.
Annette Perry, Area Sales Manager
SAMUEL COOKE & CO
[Presenting Masterclass] Very constructive, interesting, very interactive.
Magda Samus, Head of Department
WHITTLE EASTERN EUROPE
[Presenting Masterclass] It will help greatly in the future presentations I give.
Lili Massey, Senior Manager
WHITTLE EASTERN EUROPE
[Presenting Masterclass] Very helpful in going forward to present training into various company accounts.
Simon Capon, Retail Merchandise Sales Support Team
CROWN PAINTS LTD
[Presenting Masterclass] Well paced, lots of participation, did not get bored. Video in 3 stages showed improvement and allowed constructive feedback via delegates and tutors.
Chrissy Pilkington, Membership Executive
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EAST LANCASHIRE
[Module 8: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] A fantastic course that gave me a real insight into understanding myself and others, and ways to enable everyone to work together in harmony.
Jenni Pope
I KNOW-UK LIMITED
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Everyone in sales should attend this masterclass - regardless of experience. This is a comprehensive, one day training course which helps you to focus the sales process, right from the beginning through to actually closing the sale. I learnt a lot of new techniques and came away feeling reassured and very inspired.
Debbi Dawson, Business Development Manager
CHAMBER BUSINESS TRAINING (CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EAST LANCS)
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] I liked the 'closing' section best.
Andy Kenworthy, Sales Representative
COPIFAX LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Heather gave an amazing presentation. The best part for me was when we covered sales closure.
Stephen Barnes, Sales Executive
GILBRAITH (TS) LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] I enjoyed everything about the course.
Catherine Ferguson, Sales & Marketing Executive
EVERTAUT LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] I really enjoyed the Sales Masterclass and would like to attend the Presenting Masterclass now.
Dave Barton, Sales Merchandiser
CROWN PAINTS LTD
[Sales Masterclass with Heather Wright] Heather was very approachable.
Narelle Cullen, Director
CULLEN BROOKE RECRUITMENT
[Exceptional Receptionist Skills] I enjoyed the interaction between the participants.
Linda Whitfield, Receptionist
PM & M CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
[Exceptional Receptionist Skills] Very informative and helpful throughout. Candy was excellent and a good motivator.
Claire Keely, Bar/Reception
NORTHCOTE
[City & Guilds Certificate in Microsoft Office: ITQ Level 1] Just wanted to let you know I really enjoyed the course and Caroline was great, she explained things really well made it easy to understand. The setting was great and the lunches were fantastic, especially the cakes !!
Stephanie Baron, Part Time Hotel Receptionist
NORTHCOTE
[Five Steps to Successful Selling] Clear, concise tutor. Very good at explanations. A follow-up course would be beneficial. My overall impression was very good.
Janette Bradbury, PA to Directors / Sales
RED ROSE SECURITY SERVICES LTD
[First Aid at Work (3 Day Course)] The presentation and presenter were both very good. I found the course enjoyable and it contained plenty of useful information.
Tim Aldred, Assistant Editor
LANCASHIRE BUSINESS VIEW
[Fire Marshall/Warden Training] The training consultant, course content and venue were all excellent!
Tony Parkinson, Office Manager
PENDEC (SISTER COMPANY OF EA FOULDS)
[Fire Marshall/Warden Training] Overall, I found the venue, the course content and Steve the trainer to be very good.
Keith Riley, Transport & Fire Officer
EA FOULDS LTD
[Fire Marshall/Warden Training] The course was well-paced and I enjoyed the training. I wouldn't change anything about it.
David O'Calleghan, Stores
EA FOULDS LTD
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] I was very surprised how accurate my 'profile' was. Very pleased with the day and look forward to the next session.
Joanne Beesley, Business Services Manager
1ST CHARTERED FINANCIAL PLANNING
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] Very informative and interesting. Good opportunity for self analysis. Negative - apprehensive about role play.
Paul-Scott Bates, General Manager
SJA FILM TECHNOLOGIES
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] I hope from today I understand myself much better.
Ian Westwell, Technical Director
EMERSON & RENWICK LTD
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] Insightful, practical, engaging & fun.
Carl Allen, Managing Director/Owner
ALCHEMY CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] The food was exceptional!
Natalie Mott, Research Team Leader
IKNOW UK
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] Provides useful & interesting insight into how your personality type affects your behaviour at work.
Jenni Pope, SEO Manager
IKNOW-UK
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Fun and interesting. Learnt loads about myself which can help to improve my management skills.
Karen Fielding, Educator Manager
LIFE EDUCATION
[Module 1: Tomorrow's Leaders - Today!] Very motivating, leaving me eager to attend my next module.
Tracey Burke, Director
GRANE DEVELOPMENTS LTD
I enjoyed all parts of the First Aid at Work course. My overall impression was very good.
Kat Seed, Office Manager
RED ROSE SECURITY SERVICES LTD
I thought all of the First Aid at Work course was very good and the staff were very friendly.
Paul Dickinson, Operations Manager
RED ROSE SECURITY SERVICES LTD
I found everything about the First Aid at Work Course to be very good - I wouldn't change anything. The overall training and facilities were first class.
Michael Hartley
ULTRA FINISHING
My overall impression of the First Aid at Work Course, the venue and the training consultant was very good. The slideshows were useful and the staff were friendly.
Ben Pollard
ELAP MOBILITY / INTELLICIG
The overall content of the Advanced Sales Development Masterclass was very good. I wouldn't change a thing.
Carl Sargeson, Business Advisor
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
The Advanced Sales Development Masterclass gave us the opportunity to learn about the sales process from a non-sales background. Overall, interesting and good to relate my role and a college operation to sales as a concept.
Andrew Piper, DCCM University Centre
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
Contextualisation and theory that underpins what we do - active listening (Advanced Sales Development Masterclass).
Alastair Mollon, Deputy Head of Sixth Form
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
The pace of the Advanced Sales Development Masterclass course was excellent. A relaxed atmosphere allowed me to meet the other staff and discuss different areas.
Ann Mason, Training Advisor
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
Open sessions for discussion allowed development of ideas and interaction (Advanced Sales Development Masterclass).
Damian Stewart, Lecturer
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
I have really enjoyed the Advanced Sales Development Masterclass programme - I wouldn't change anything! Thank you Juliette - a very interesting course!
Kathryn Waqar-Uddin, NVQ Level 4 Assessor / Trainer / Verifier
BLACKBURN COLLEGE
Puts the theory behind the sales (Sales Advantage Taster).
Stephen Ormisher, Director
DRAIN ALERT
New ideas, new thoughts for the future (Sales Advantage Taster).
Nigel Walton, Director
LAMPS & LIGHTING
The Sales Advantage Taster Workshop was very good with clear, concise and motivating trainers.
Kirsty Walker, Trainee Consultant
CGA RECRUITMENT
I was really motivated by our SIA License trainer. I have learned to use more effective methods in my work.
Mohammed Momoniat
INDIVIDUAL
The (SIA License) trainer is the best in the area.
Meera Khan
STUDENT
The (SIA License) course was well set out for a novice and the trainer was brilliant.
D. Kearns
INDIVIDUAL
I liked my teacher (SIA License), he was very good at explaining things. I wouldn't change anything about this course.
Trisha Malone
INDIVIDUAL
Jim (SIA License training) is the best trainer I have ever met. I liked his methods of training.
Laimonas Ubarthas
INDIVIDUAL
Overall the Introduction to Purchasing & Supply course was very good and met my needs. Would use again.
Stacey Clarke, Business Development Manager
ENVIROLINK NORTHWEST
I wouldn't change anything about the CIPS Level 2 course. The trainer was very knowledgable and made everyone feel at ease.
Sara Ellison, Administrator
ENVIROLINK NORTHWEST
"The CIPS Level 2 Introduction to Purchasing and Supply was a very effective programme of training that really took you through the procurement process."
Liz Martin, Business Development Manager
ENVIROLINK NORTHWEST
I am writing to recommend the services of the East Lancs Chamber of Commerce (ELCC) in relation to the provision of the CIPS full training programme.
I have over 20 students now undertaking the programme using the ELCC tutors and the success rate so far has been exemplary at over 95% with excellent marks attained in exams.
Liaising and working with colleagues at ELCC has been a lesson in professionalism and we have established a very good working relationship which has resulted in mutual respect for the issues that can effect the delivery of a complex programme of study such as the graduate membership route for CIPS.
The exams are taken here in Sheffield, which has been ideal for the students involved who are working full time for the authority and often have family and home commitments to take on board. ELCC have been very supportive of their requirements and needs with an example being the handling of one student who has dyslexia and was therefore extremely worried about the exam.
I have no qualms about recommending ELCC as providers of the CIPS programme and in testimony to their ability we have students on the programme travelling from Leeds to be part of the provision.
Lorraine Purcell, Head of Corporate Procurement
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Enjoyed the challenges of putting things into practice and supporting each other.
Karen Matula, Curriculum Manager
ACCRINGTON AND ROSSENDALE COLLEGE
A fantastic course. Improved my awareness and understanding of myself and provided tools to lead myself and staff more effectively.
Phil Dowell, Company Secretary
LC AUTOMATION
Excellent content/learning, delivered with humour!
Christine Ball, Administrator
EAST LANCS PCT
The Training Team at the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce have really taken the time to understand our business. We've been pleased to work with the Chamber and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Rachael Armstrong, Consultant Workforce Development
CXL BUSINESS & MEETING CENTRE
I just wanted to thank you for all your help and support over the year around the sessions with East Lancs schools. You've been incredibly kind and diligent throughout, as has Linda, and I'm immensely grateful to you both. After all your kindness and hard work, you now have a definite fan in me! You've been a pleasure to work with.
Ben Walden, Associate Consultant
OLIVIER MYTHODRAMA
I have recently attended the Advance Peak Performance Training programme and I found it to be one of the most inspiring and enjoyable programmes I have ever attended. The subject matter was challenging and liberating; it has given me an insight into overcoming limiting beliefs and how I can really make a big difference in my business. Thank you.
Neil Bullows, Proprietor
THE WHITEHALL HOTEL AND RESTURANT
Having worked with the Training Team at the Chamber of Commerce for some time, we have been especially impressed by the flexibility to deliver targeted training activity for my sales team using a mix of proven training techniques in a creative and engaging way, that really does deliver results. I would not hesitate to recommend them and work with them in the future.
Mark Bannister, Retail Merchandising & Training Manager
CROWN PAINTS LTD