Investing in Training: Empower Your Future Career

We offer a one-stop-shop for metals & materials CPD training with an unrivalled range of high quality, vocational, distance learning CPD training courses covering Metallurgy, Welding Technology, Materials Engineering and Quality Management, enhancing your technical knowledge and career prospects. 

Our vocational courses are suitable for candidates at all levels & in all functions and are also ideal for candidates, for example, who are looking to obtain the knowledge and skills towards undertaking a role as a Metallurgist, Materials Engineer, Materials Scientist, Corrosion Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, Responsible Welding Coordinator, Welding Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer & Welding Inspector.

WHY CHOOSE OUR CPD TRAINING?

1. Comprehensive Curriculum: Our courses cover a wide range of topics in Metallurgy, Welding Technology, Materials Engineering and Quality Management, ensuring participants gain a solid understanding of key concepts and practices.

2. Distance Learning: Our courses are offered as distance learning for self study, making them accessible to candidates regardless of their location. All course materials are posted & e-mailed to the candidate.

3. Flexible Learning: Candidates can start and progress through the training at anytime, anywhere & at their own pace. This accommodates busy schedules and varying learning speeds. No need to wait for course dates for classroom-based or online training courses and no need to pay travelling expenses & to spend time away paying for hotels & other living expenses.

4. Excellent Feedback: Our courses have received excellent feedback from candidates who have completed them, highlighting their effectiveness in developing knowledge, skills and understanding. Many have praised the quality and comprehensiveness of our courses, noting that the content is well-structured and easy to understand. Participants have found the course materials to be excellent and that by studying on our distance learning self study courses they have appreciated the flexibility of starting & studying at a time convenient to them & at their own pace. 

5. Industry-Relevant: Developed by professionally qualified academic and industry experts, the content of our courses is both academically rigorous and practically relevant, making it applicable to real-world scenarios.

6. Career Advancement: Our courses are designed to enhance your career prospects by increasing your technical knowledge, skills and understanding.

7. Full-Colour Training Handbook: All candidates receive a comprehensive, full-colour Training Handbook for each course which they work through to complete the course. The Training Handbook also provides a valuable reference document after completion. 

8. Supportive Environment: Benefit from the support and guidance from professionally qualified & experienced Course Tutors who are industry experts with decades of experience.

9. Wide Industry Application: Our courses are applicable to a wide range of industry sectors, including aerospace, automotive, rail, oil & gas, chemical, power generation, general engineering, construction, food & drink and defence.

10. Proven Success: Our training has already empowered professionals from high-profile organisations including Arcelor Mittal, UKRI - Science & Technologies Facilities Council, TAQA Bratani, The Institute of Cast Metal Engineers and The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC.)

11. Accredited Certifications: Enhance your credentials with our certifications recognised by top organisations.

FEEDBACK ON OUR CPD TRAINING

We have received excellent feedback from the candidates who have completed our courses. For some of their comments, please CLICK HERE.

OUR CPD COURSES COMPARED TO HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES

Why spend years and tens of thousands on a university degree or other higher education courses when you can achieve targeted expertise faster and smarter with a CPD (Continuing Professional Development) course?

Our CPD courses in Metallurgy, Welding Technology, Materials Engineering & Quality Management are designed to elevate your career without the unnecessary bulk of traditional degrees. Instead of sitting through general education courses and theory-heavy lectures, CPD focuses solely on relevant, actionable knowledge tailored to your professional goals. It’s learning on your terms, fitting seamlessly into your life while delivering immediate career benefits.

Here’s why CPD is the superior choice:

• Cost-effective: Say goodbye to student debt—CPD is a fraction of the cost of a university degree.

• Time-efficient: No long semesters or multi-year commitments. CPD courses are short and sharp, getting you certified and back to work fast.

• Career-focused: Targeted learning means you master industry-specific skills and knowledge that employers value most.

• Real-World Insights: Industry professionals bring first-hand experience from the field. They’ve faced challenges, solved problems and implemented solutions that textbooks simply can’t capture. 

• Enhanced employability: CPD certifications demonstrate your dedication to continuous learning and staying ahead in your field, making you stand out to employers.

Investing in CPD is investing in real-world impact. It’s the smart choice for professionals who want to grow, evolve, and succeed without the hefty price tag or time commitment of a traditional university degree. Upgrade your skills and future today—CPD is waiting for you!

OUR EXTENSIVE RANGE OF CPD COURSE OPTIONS

Our range of course options are listed below. 

More information on each course, course fees & how to make a booking can be obtained by clicking on the specific course you are interested in:

METALLURGY CPD COURSES

• ALUMINIUM & ITS ALLOYS - PRODUCTION, METALLURGY & QUALITY CONTROL

• CERTIFICATE IN METALLURGY (CertMet)

• COPPER & ITS ALLOYS - PRODUCTION, METALLURGY & QUALITY CONTROL 

• FERROUS METALS - PRODUCTION, METALLURGY & QUALITY CONTROL

• INTRODUCTION TO METALLURGY

• METALLURGY OF CAST IRON

• STAINLESS STEEL - PRODUCTION, METALLURGY & QUALITY CONTROL

• STEEL & STAINLESS STEEL - PRODUCTION, METALLURGY & QUALITY CONTROL 

• THE FUNDAMENTALS OF STEELMAKING & STEEL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

• UNDERSTANDING METAL GRADES & MATERIAL CERTIFICATES

WELDING TECHNOLOGY & QUALITY MANAGEMENT CPD COURSES

• CERTIFICATE IN WELDING ENGINEERING (CWE)

• HOW TO DEVELOP & WRITE A QUALIFIED WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATION

• RESPONSIBLE WELDING COORDINATION

• THE FUNDAMENTALS OF WELDING & BRAZING

• UNDERSTANDING METAL GRADES & MATERIAL CERTIFICATES

• VISUAL WELDING INSPECTION - COMPREHENSIVE

• WELDING INSPECTION & QUALITY MANAGEMENT

• WELDING INSPECTION - STRUCTURAL STEEL & ALUMINIUM

MATERIALS ENGINEERING CPD COURSES

• CERTIFICATE IN MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY (CertMatTech)

• MECHANICAL TESTING & MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS

• THE FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS 

• THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CORROSION ENGINEERING & CORROSION PREVENTION

• THE FUNDAMENTALS OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT) 

CONTACT US

If you require any further information on any of our CPD courses, please contact our Course Tutor, Philip Bralsford:

• • e-mail: philip@philipbralsford.co.uk

• • Telephone: +44 (0)114 235 6111 

  • Mobile: +44 (0)7963 099930