The Gateway Foundation is committed to empowering individuals who are rebuilding their lives after overcoming alcohol or substance dependency. We believe that everyone deserves a second chance and the opportunity to thrive. As part of our mission, we offer part-funding for accredited training and skills-based courses, covering up to 50% of course fees. These courses are carefully selected to enhance employability, boost confidence, and open new doors—whether in trades, health and social care, technology, or creative industries. By removing financial barriers to education and training, Gateway helps individuals move forward with purpose, self-belief, and practical tools for long-term success.
| Course Title | Full Course Cost | Cost with Gateway (up to 50%) | Skills/Qualifications Gained |
| CSCS Card (Construction Site Safety) | £150 | £75 | Health & safety, site access |
| Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care | £600 | £300 | Caring, safeguarding, support work |
| SIA Door Supervisor Training | £300 | £150 | Security industry certification |
| Food Hygiene Level 2 | £25 | £12.50 | Catering hygiene & safety |
| Forklift Truck Operator Training | £500 | £250 | Forklift operation, warehouse safety |
| Intro to Counselling Skills (Level 2) | £350 | £175 | Listening, empathy, helping skills |
| Barista Skills | £180 | £90 | Coffee making, customer service |
| Intro to Plastering | £700 | £350 | Plaster application, DIY skills |
| Painting & Decorating NVQ Level 2 | £900 | £450 | Trade skills, surface prep |
| Basic IT Skills (Office, Email) | £120 | £60 | Computer literacy |
| Digital Marketing Foundations | £500 | £250 | SEO, social media, branding |
| Warehouse & Logistics Training | £400 | £200 | Manual handling, team ops |
| Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles | £350 | £175 | Commercial/domestic cleaning |
| Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) | £300 | £150 | Mental health awareness |
| Gardening & Horticulture | £200 | £100 | Basic gardening, maintenance |
| Driving Theory Test Prep | £100 | £50 | Driving theory & safety |
| First Aid at Work (3-Day Course) | £250 | £125 | Emergency response |
| Intro to Carpentry & Joinery | £600 | £300 | Woodwork, tool handling |
| Creative Writing for Wellbeing | £150 | £75 | Expression, literacy |
| Hospitality & Customer Service Skills | £400 | £200 | Front-of-house skills |
| Bicycle Maintenance & Repair | £180 | £90 | Bike mechanics |
| Social Media Content Creation | £300 | £150 | Filming, editing |
| Pet Care & Animal Welfare Diploma | £250 | £125 | Animal care & handling |
| Retail Skills Certificate | £200 | £100 | Sales, till systems |
| Hairdressing & Barbering Basics | £900 | £450 | Hair styling, hygiene |
| Intro to Music Production (Ableton/Logic) | £350 | £175 | Beat-making, DAW software |
| Budgeting & Personal Finance Skills | £100 | £50 | Budgeting, saving, credit use |
| British Sign Language (Level 1) | £150 | £75 | Communication, accessibility |
| Volunteer Management & Leadership | £500 | £250 | Team building, project skills |
| Childcare Level 1 Certificate | £450 | £225 | Child safeguarding, playwork |
| Level 3 Electrician Installation Course | £2,500 | £1,250 | Electrical systems, safety, domestic wiring |
| HGV Class 2 Driver Training | £2,000 | £1,000 | Lorry driving licence, road safety |
| Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification | £1,800 | £900 | Fitness training, anatomy, coaching |
| Plumbing NVQ Level 2/3 | £2,500 | £1,250 | Pipework, sanitation, heating systems |
| IT Support Technician Bootcamp | £1,200 | £600 | Networking, troubleshooting, hardware/software |
| Web Design & Frontend Development Diploma | £2,000 | £1,000 | HTML, CSS, UX/UI |
| Advanced Hairdressing & Salon Management | £1,500 | £750 | Styling, business, customer care |
| Counselling Level 3 (ABC Accredited) | £1,300 | £650 | Advanced listening, ethics, practice |
| Social Work Access to HE Diploma | £3,000 | £1,500 | Psychology, sociology, community work |
| Addiction Recovery Peer Mentor Training | £700 | £350 | Facilitation, support, relapse prevention |
These are just some of the courses we can help with. Get in Touch to find out more!
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