About Us
Providing an effective, not-for-profit, efficient and cost-effective training provider partnership that supports employers and learners across the South West.
Who are we?
South West Association of Training Providers Ltd (Swatpro) was formed in 2011 as a partnership of employers and training providers.
The partnership is managed by a Board, chaired by Swatpro’s Chief Executive Officer. The Board includes managers from Swatpro’s partners. A non-executive director offers the board advice and direction about possible future developments in training.
The company has a unique pedigree as a not-for-profit company that is limited by guarantee. It's membership of established providers, that are approved on the Education and Skills Funding Agency's Apprenticeship Provider and Assessment Register (APAR), have a history of delivering high quality learning and skills.
Why Swatpro?
We are a professional network of experienced, fully accredited training organisations, delivering training across multiple industries across the South-West. But why would you come to us when there are many providers advertising their courses and services?
Proven Excellence
Trusted and praised by Ofsted with consistently high apprenticeship results. We've trained thousands of professionals now thriving in their careers.
Extensive Experience
Our partners have worked with hundreds of employers across diverse industries, from basic job skills to highly specialized expertise.
Flexible & Scalable
Our diverse organsation gives us an edge to scale up or provide niche areas of expertise, tailored to your specific needs.
Accredited Partners
All partners adhere to strict standards with many years of experience. That's why national and local government choose to work with us.
Real ROI
We work closely with employers to ensure real return on investment in workforce training, handling red tape so you can focus on business.
We Listen
Experience has taught us that a good training partner is a good listener. Get in touch today to discuss your training needs.
We have the skill to give you the skills you want. Our flexible, customer-friendly approach means we take the burden off you, dealing with red tape and requirements while you focus on running your business.
Real People. Real Expertise.
Our passionate experts are dedicated to helping you succeed. With years of industry experience, we're committed to delivering excellence in every program.
Our Core Values
Our staff, stakeholders, businesses, and individual members of the community can expect our service to align with these values.
Respect
We treat everyone with dignity and value their contributions.
Support
We are committed to helping you succeed in your learning journey.
Trust
We build lasting relationships through reliability and integrity.
Honesty
We communicate openly and truthfully in all our interactions.
Positivity
We approach every challenge with optimism and enthusiasm.
Our Mission
To provide high quality education and training for business and the community
Our Vision
To continue to provide a sustainable not for profit, high quality and responsive education and training service for business and the community.
What to expect from Us
Right Treatment
You can trust us to:
- ✓ Consult and listen
- ✓ Do what we say we will do
- ✓ Be helpful, polite, and treat you fairly and with respect
- ✓ Guide and support you to access our services
- ✓ Be open and realistic about what we can and cannot do
- ✓ Protect your personal information (out privacy policy tells you more)
Getting it Right
We will:
- ✓ Understand your needs and ensure you understand ours
- ✓ Communicate with you on a regular basis
- ✓ Keep your needs at the heart of everything we do
- ✓ Work with you to ensure timely achievements
- ✓ Say sorry and put it right if we make a mistake
- ✓ Use your feedback to improve how we do things
We will keep you informed
Provide and initial response within 24 hours
Tell you what will happen next, by when and by whom
Keep you updated of progress
We will provide easy access
Make our services as accessible as possible
Arrange appointments to minimise impact on productivity
In return we need you to
Give us the correct information at the right time
Tell us when something changes
Be on time for any appointments
Treat our staff with respect
What we do?
We lead on the delivery of apprenticeship standards for both levy and non-levy businesses, delivering high-quality, flexible skills solutions that meet the needs of the modern workplace, and deliver a high return on investment.
We Help Learners
We support learners with information, advice and guidance on finding an apprenticeship opportunity that will match their ambitions, and provide the skills training and support, or find other opportunities if an apprenticeship isn’t the suitable option.
Explore Learner SupportExplore Learner SupportWe Support Employers
We lead on the delivery of apprenticeship standards for both levy and non-levy businesses, delivering high-quality, flexible skills solutions that meet the needs of the modern workplace, and deliver a high return on investment.
Explore Employer SolutionsExplore Employer SolutionsWe Collaborate with Partners
Swatpro is made up of an association of training providers, we provide a collaborative environment for all the employer-providers or independent providers that work with us, sharing our knowledge and experience for the benefit of everyone.
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Case Study
Olivia, from Devon Chamber, consistently delivers high-quality work and meets her targets to a strong standard. Olivia is reliable, focused, and takes pride in doing things properly — qualities that make a real difference day to day.
Swatpro - Training
Testimonial
I have had an amazing experience with Swatpro and I am so proud to of learnt from you guys , I want to say a massive thank you to Heather , she has been supportive all through an a massive help all throughout the entire time. I wouldn’t have stayed so positive throughout if it wasn’t for heather so I want to personally thank her for everything.
Lara H - Health & Social Care Student
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What can I say other than a BIG thank you. From the first lesson leading to a Level 1 qualification to now a level 2 qualification. You have taught me that anything is possible and I will always be grateful for that, you made me feel at ease from day 1 considering I was a quivering wreck! Thank you
Nick - Maths Student
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His help was truly appreciated, and his assistance was invaluable to us as a team. He was super helpful. He was genuinely invested in getting every detail right, going above and beyond to ensure we produced high-quality, refined parts.
Tiana - Engineering Student