RMT industrial action will suspend dedicated school and college buses on 18 and 25 November and 02, 09, 16 and 23 December. The college will be open on the first five dates and closed on 23 December.
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Skills Bootcamps with Truro and Penwith College
Fast-track your career in Cornwall’s key sectors. Our flexible, 12–16- week Skills Bootcamps are designed with local employers to provide you with in-demand skills, a guaranteed job interview, and a direct pathway into a new role in areas like digital, engineering, and construction.
STEM & Health Skills Centre, Bodmin
The STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin enjoys close partnerships with employers in East Cornwall. The Centre offers a suite of industry-ready apprenticeships, degrees, professional development and school leaver qualifications in Digital, Engineering, Manufacturing, Healthcare and Nursing.
Future-focused Training
Partnerships with some of Cornwall’s most innovative employers allow us to develop quality training and skills for tomorrow’s workforce.
Truro and Penwith College’s Adult Learning Professional Development courses are career-driven learning options that are backed by multi-million-pound infrastructure developments, placing the college’s facilities amongst the best the UK has to offer.
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Our Stories
Sarah’s Story
From arriving in the UK with little English to starting a new role as a Teaching Assistant, Sarah’s journey shows the power of confidence and support. Beginning at Entry 3, she grew her skills, gained independence, and now inspires others to embrace learning at Truro and Penwith College.
September 18, 2025
Martyn – Biscovey Garage Ltd
Facing digital MOT changes, Martyn chose to lead rather than follow. The 4 day intensive MOT course gave him cutting-edge testing skills and an individual license. Now he can test vehicles himself and mentor apprentices more effectively, proving that in today's motor trade, continuous learning is the key to staying ahead.
August 5, 2025
Jen’s Story
As a handywoman with big ambitions, Jen grew her business and took on larger projects with new confidence after completing the Skills Bootcamp in Property Maintenance.
June 10, 2025
Charlie’s Story
Charlie decided to expand and weld himself with a new set of skills by enrolling in a Welding and Fabrication Skills Bootcamp at Truro and Penwith College.
June 4, 2025