A new course which could be instrumental in helping companies in Chesterfield win business, reduce energy costs and avoid prosecution, is now being delivered by leading Chesterfield-based training provider NLT Training Services.

Following accreditation by the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA), leading training provider NLT has been announced as the sole training provider in the East Midlands and Humberside for the Level 2 Working with Environmental Sustainability course.

NLT’s accreditation is being hailed as a significant step forward in helping businesses in the area understand one of the most talked about and urgent issues affecting the whole planet right now: sustainability. Sustainability is at the forefront of new policies and government agenda. The course may prove vital in winning bids for tenders and can reduce the risk of fines and prosecutions.

The new one-day course, is being held on 24 August at NLT’s Chesterfield offices in Brimington.

It covers everything from sustainable buildings to design and operations across all industry sectors, providing a practical introduction to Environmental Sustainability, equipping delegates with the knowledge, understanding, and motivation to make a positive difference within their organisation.

Andy Sheppard, Chief Executive of NLT said: “We’re delighted to be able to offer this course and anticipate high demand for it. It represents a big step forward for sustainability issues amongst businesses in the region. Companies cannot afford to ignore sustainability any longer; it is top of the Government’s agenda, having been announced in the recent Budget that it is pushing for a global climate deal that keeps the goal of limiting global warming to two degrees.

“I would urge businesses now to begin embedding environmental sustainability not only into the fabric of the company but also job roles within it; the Level 2 Working with Environmental Sustainability course will enable them to do that.”

Places on the courses are limited and companies are being urged to sign up now for the course which costs £300 per delegate, or is available for a limited period with a special introductory offer of £250 per delegate.

NLT Training Services is one of the region’s leading training providers, operating from sites in Chesterfield and Scunthorpe. It is a specialist trainer and provider of apprentices in welding, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering as well as industry-leading commercial training courses.

The Investors in People Gold learning establishment invited local business partners and Care companies to join in the ceremony, and included inspirational speeches from those who have completed apprenticeships in the care sector and overcome unemployment to secure a job in the care industry.

Proceedings were commenced by The Mayor of Chesterfield, Councillor Barry Bingham who welcomed guests ahead of the main presentation of certificates and gifts for their achievements and dedication to improving their education and work prospects.

The celebration also paid tribute to employers who have given learners the opportunity to gain hands on experience in their place of work, and contributed to their practical skills learning.

Melanie Ulyatt, Managing Director, comments on the celebration: “This year’s celebration was a really special moment for us as a Training Academy as we enjoyed welcoming our learner’s friends and families to come and join us in their achievement. 2015 has seen the number of care related courses we offer expand dramatically so we look forward to welcoming even more learners to join in the celebrations at the 2016 event, during which One to One Support Services will also celebrate a huge landmark, marking 10 years of being in business”

The celebration also paid tribute to employers who have given learners the opportunity to gain hands on experience in their place of work, and contributed to their practical skills learning.

Melanie Ulyatt, Managing Director, comments on the celebration: “This year’s celebration was a really special moment for us as a Training Academy as we enjoyed welcoming our learner’s friends and families to come and join us in their achievement. 2015 has seen the number of care related courses we offer expand dramatically so we look forward to welcoming even more learners to join in the celebrations at the 2016 event, during which One to One Support Services will also celebrate a huge landmark, marking 10 years of being in business”

The new Peter Jones Enterprise Academy at Chesterfield College is encouraging budding entrepreneurs to join them to learn from the experts as enrolment opens for the new course which starts in September.

The academy at Chesterfield College will equip young people in the region with the practical skills and experience needed to excel in the working world.  Whether students are aspiring entrepreneurs or ready to make their mark within a growing business, the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy puts them on the fast track to success.

Students aged 16-19 can now enrol for the Level 2 and 3 BTEC courses through the academy. These business-led courses have a mission to unleash young people’s entrepreneurial talent by giving them the opportunity to “learn by doing” on work experience placements, national enterprise challenge days and inspirational master class sessions. At the end of the Level 3 Course students attend a graduation with students from across the country and they have the opportunity to compete for National Entrepreneur of the Year presented by Peter Jones with a cash prize to boost their business.

The tailored courses,written by Peter Jones CBE in partnership with Edexcel, the UK’s largest educational awarding body, gives local students the opportunity to learn first-hand the essential skills needed for business success, allowing them to boost their confidence, business acumen and get a head start with improving their networking skills.

Stuart Cutforth, Principal at Chesterfield College said: “This is a really exciting addition to what we offer at college. It is fantastic to be able to give young entrepreneurs from in and around Chesterfield the ability to learn from the best in business.”

Peter Jones Foundation CEO Alice Barnard said: “We have always tried to bust the myth that entrepreneurs are born and not made. We firmly believe that valuable skills and know-how can and should be taught which is why we created the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy. It is great news that we are now working with Chesterfield College and can offer all the benefits of the academy to young people in the area.”