Business Development Courses 

The Skills Network YDSA Microsite

The Skills Network and the YDSA are currently working together to offer Learners access to Level 2 & 3 qualifications via distance learning. 

There are a range of business development training courses within The Skills Network, from accountancy and health and safety, to digital marketing training, all of which can support a business and at a reduced or free rate. 

There are also many courses that initially may not appear relevant but may well support the varied type of operations that take place in the commercial vessel sector, such as working with young people, working with those with differing abilities and food and drink services onboard.

We have picked out a couple of relevant courses listed below but please have a browse here YDSA - training and development to see the full range of courses available, some courses are fully funded whilst others cost from £30 depending on the level.

CPD DSE Risk Assessment

DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments are important regulations for anyone who uses display screen equipment such as laptops, PCs, tablets and smartphones for an hour or more at a time as part of their job.

The online CPD DSE Risk Assessment course is perfect for both individuals and employers looking for a DSE training course to ensure the health and safety of DSE users in work environments, whether they are in an office or are home workers. This course will provide information regarding the regulations as well as the skills and knowledge needed to carry out DSE workstation risk assessments, identify potential hazards and how to minimise hazards.

DSE Risk Assessment CPD

Understanding Search Engine Optimisation for Business

This short course in Understanding SEO for Business teaches the principles of SEO. Learn how to optimise websites for Google search using multiple techniques including technical optimisations, content and digital PR. Discover why SEO is important for business and the different SEO techniques that form a digital marketing strategy.

Understanding Search Engine Optimisation for Business

Stress Management

Research shows that stress, along with anxiety and depression, account for 51% of all work-related ill health cases in the UK, so it is essential that people know how to manage stress at work. No matter the job role, business size or sector, everyone can experience stress, and employers have a legal duty to protect their employees from it.

The online CPD Stress Management course is perfect for individuals wanting to upskill for personal or professional reasons, or employers looking for stress management training for their staff. It will provide the key knowledge needed and covers subjects including the causes and impact of stress, symptoms, management techniques, how to provide support and reduce stress, and management responsibilities.

Stress Management CPD

CPD Health and Safety in the Workplace

Health and safety training courses are an important factor for any work environment, so whether you are an employer looking to upskill staff and improve safety at work or an individual wanting training to benefit their career, this course is for you. Our online CPD health and safety in the workplace course will provide you with the understanding, knowledge and skills you need to recognise hazards, carry out risk assessments, reduce risks, and what to do in the case of an accident or ill health.

Health and Safety in the Workplace CPD

Induction of New Staff

Induction training is an important form of employee training for new staff. It enables them to perform their duties and be productive as quickly as possible, and to feel comfortable in their new profession or job role. Effective induction training covers key information such as health and safety, and specific training on any duties and skills required for a new job role.

The CPD course Induction of New Staff online short course is suited for both individuals looking to upskill, and employers looking for staff induction training for employees. It will provide a range of knowledge surrounding the induction process, the benefits of induction training, legal aspects, progression, evaluation, and more.

Induction of New Staff