Learner Hub
It’s time to get your future on.
Congratulations! You’ve chosen one of the most rewarding (not to mention important) careers out there. And you’re in exactly the right place to kickstart that career.
Shoots is your one-stop shop for short courses, apprenticeships, and the must-have qualifications you’ll need to succeed in the early years, childcare, education, and care sectors.
Shoots training is always personalised (because every learner’s different). That means the right resources to help you thrive on the course that’s right for you. Our e-portfolio system, Aptem, puts everything you’ll need at your fingertips, while our training team will guide and support you at every step of your learning journey.
We’re approved by City & Guilds to offer a wide range of courses, and we’re a trusted partner of a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer.
So, let’s get you started…
Helping you thrive
We want what’s best for you throughout your training and beyond.
That means keeping you healthy and happy. We’re not talking TikTok trends (dance challenge, anyone?).
Instead, save time scrolling with our catalogue of expert-compiled health and wellbeing guidance on everything from stress physiology to alcohol and sleep. You’re welcome…
Helping you pay
You could be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan, a government loan to help you pay the fees charged by colleges and training organisations.
When will I pay it back?
You will only need to start repaying the loan when your income rises above £26,575 a year. You’ll be due to start repaying your loan in the April after you leave/finish your course.
Your monthly repayments will be based on your income, not on the amount you borrow. If you’re employed, your employer will automatically take your repayments off your salary, in the same way as tax and National Insurance. If you’re self-employed, you will be responsible for making repayments as part of your annual self-assessment tax return.
If you have not paid off your entire loan within 30 years, the remaining balance will be written off.
Helping you Decide
If you’re still not sure, take a look at what some of our learners have to say about their experience…