IT and Digital Skills training

There is a wide range of training available in IT and digital skills both face-to-face and online, and it is extremely valuable for putting your business in a position to make the most of the opportunities offered by the digital economy. In this section, we highlight specific opportunities we have from the Digital Skills bootcamps available throughout York and North Yorkshire, and the Government’s Made Smarter support programme which offers grants and support to businesses for technology and digitisation.

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Develop the IT and digital skills you need

Made Smarter support programme

Wherever you are on your digitalisation journey, you will be able to receive bespoke advice on anything from skills and leadership to innovation strategies.

Find out what Made Smarter can do for you

Digital Skills training for York and North Yorkshire businesses

York & North Yorkshire LEP is investing significant funds from its current DfE Skills Bootcamp grant to support individuals and businesses develop higher level and specialised digital skills

Check out the range of training available

Articles

Supporting a Circular Start-up

Through the Federation of Small Businesses, Marta was introduced to Jack Colding, the Growth Hub’s Sustainability Specialist, who helped her identify crucial gaps in sustainability documentation and supply-chain transparency. Working together, they developed tailored environmental and manufacturing policies.

Autumn Budget 2025 – How will it impact your business?

The language used by Chancellors during the delivery of such a Budget can often be headline grabbing, assuming you can hear them over the general noise in the House of Commons.  But what filters out over the following days and weeks can regularly feel somewhat different to the words you heard during the budget speech.

Events

31st December 20259:30 am - 12:15 pmFREE

[FULL] Export Roadshow: Harrogate

This roadshow is a great opportunity to network with other businesses looking to grow and ask questions of the experts. It will provide you with helpful advice, routes for support beyond the event, including the UK Export Academy, and information about other funding opportunities. 

13th January 202610:00 am - 1:00 pmFREE

Online Workshops: Digital Marketing Success Series (Beginner)

Each workshop is packed with real-world examples, guided how-to sessions, and space to ask questions and get feedback so you can apply what you are learning to your own business and individual needs. All delivered online so you can attend without having to travel, perfect for rural and coastal businesses across North Yorkshire.

13th January 202610:00 am - 12:00 pmFREE

Whitby Workshop Series: Digital Tools for your Manufacturing Business

This engaging workshop series delivered by Hello Technology is designed to help manufacturing businesses harness the power of digital tools to improve their digital systems, record keeping, data management and marketing. Participants will be led through 5 focussed sessions, with each workshop blending expert-led guidance with practical exercises. Attendees will have the opportunity to apply new strategies and concepts directly to their business. With a mix of group learning and tailored support participants will leave with a clear digital roadmap, increased confidence and actionable insights to drive long-term success in their manufacturing business.

Resources

Webinar Series: How to Run a Pop-Up

From pop-up department stores to kitchen takeovers, cool things are popping up and popping off everywhere. In this exciting project, you’ll get to meet some of the teams behind these pop-ups and get their top tips for running a great pop-up. 

Webinar Recording: 🟢 Data Protection Essentials

In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.