A quick guide to EKC Training

2 November 2026

We are EKC Training, but who are we and what do we offer? Take a quick look and see how we can help you with your goals.

You may have heard of EKC Training, but who are we and what do we offer?

Take a quick look below and see how we can help you get started with your goals.

What is EKC Training?

EKC Training is a part of East Kent Colleges Group (EKC Group).

We provide Apprenticeships and adult training across East Kent through your local EKC Group Colleges, Training Centres, online and in the workplace.

Where can I find my nearest Training Centre?

Our Centres can be found across East Kent, with each one providing a perfect setting for you to meet your goals. Thanks to our learning options that work around you, you can study and succeed. 

Our Centres include:

EKC Plumbing and Electrical Training Centre (Ashford)

EKC Training Canterbury Centre

EKC Construction Training Centre (Hersden)

EKC Training Dover Centre

EKC Training’s Rail Engineering Centre (Shepherdswell)

EKC Training Folkestone Centre

EKC Training Swale Centre (Sittingbourne)

EKC Training Eastchurch (Sheppey)

EKC Training Thanet Centre (Margate)

What courses does EKC Training offer at the Training Centres?

Our courses develop the knowledge, core skills, expertise and mind-set that are increasingly necessary for success in the workplace.

We offer a range of courses including, but not limited to:

Bricklaying

Electrical

English and Maths

English as a Second Language

‘Get Into’ courses (designed to help you enter an industry of your choice)

IT for Beginners

Plastering

Plumbing

Rail Engineering

‘Thrive’ (designed for adults with long-term health conditions)

Our aim is to help you progress into employment or support you with further training to achieve your career goals.

What Apprenticeships does EKC Training offer?

An Apprenticeship is an ideal way for someone to kick-start work and gain a nationally-recognised qualification, while being paid at the same time.

Our Apprenticeship delivery spans many industries.

These include Apprenticeships in:

Business, Finance and Travel

Construction and the Built Environment

Education and Early Years

Engineering, Manufacturing and Automotive

Health, Care and Science

Landbased, Environmental and Animal Care

Where can I do an Apprenticeship with EKC Training?

Our Apprenticeships see you working with an employer that is based anywhere in East Kent.

For a part of your apprenticeship, depending on your apprenticeship standard, your studies can also take place at one of our EKC Group Colleges or online.

What is EKC Training’s Supported Internships provision?

Our Supported Internships provision is specifically designed for students with an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan), assisting them to achieve their full potential and learn the skills needed to get sustainable employment.

It consists of a full-time course which teaches essential career skills, alongside boosting your English and Maths skills to the required level. 

You will learn by being in the workplace, where you will be matched with a local placement aligned with your goals, skills, and interests. 

Our aim is to support all students to learn the skills to manage personal challenges and to enable students to have greater independence in their learning and personal lives.

How do I get in touch with EKC Training?

If you want to contact us about our adult learning provision, our apprenticeships, or supported internships, please see our contact details below. Our team will be happy to help you with your questions or applications for one of our programmes.