Pitman Training Group Explained

Pitman Training Group
Type:Private
Founder:Sir Isaac Pittman
Location City:Wetherby, West Yorkshire
Location Country:United Kingdom
Area Served:Global
Industry:Training
Parent:LaunchLife International Inc.

Pitman Training Group, Limited, is a private limited company based in Wetherby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The company provides training and educational services, offering both online and paper-based tests for various educational qualifications. Established in 1837, Pitman Training has its roots in the invention of shorthand by Sir Isaac Pitman.[1] [2]

History

In 1837, Pitman Training’s founder, Sir Isaac Pitman, invented shorthand writing and published his system in a pamphlet titled Stenographic Sound-Hand.

Less than a decade later, in 1843, Pitman established the Phonetic Institute in Bath, which served as both a publishing house and a marketing centre.[3] His shorthand system gained prominence when he accurately transcribed a speech by Richard Cobden against the Corn Laws. That year, the UK Parliament adopted Pitman's shorthand system for preparing Hansard, the official transcripts of parliamentary records.[4]

Pitman's Metropolitan College was established in 1870, offering a curriculum that included office procedures, accounting, law, shorthand, and typing.

In 1886, Isaac Pitman formed Isaac Pitman and Sons (later Sir Isaac Pitman and Sons) with his sons Alfred and Ernest, which became a significant educational publisher and training business.[5]

During World War I, Pitman expanded its operations to meet the increased demand for typing and bookkeeping skills, opening a centre in Croydon in 1914[6]

In 1955, Pitman Training became the most extensive training network in the United Kingdom.[7]

Much later, in 1992, the company established its franchise operations, opening four new Pitman Training Centres. In that same year, it received its British Franchise Association (BFA) membership.[8]

On 30 November 2018, EdTech company LaunchLife International Inc. (LLI) acquired Pitman Training Group, expanding its education franchise network.[9]

In 2019, Pitman Training introduced courses and programmes to enhance digital skills, responding to evolving workforce needs.[10]

Then, in 2021, Pitman Training announced its commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, adopting sustainable practices across its training centres.[11]

In 2023, the company launched a scholarship programme to support underprivileged students, providing financial aid and resources.[12]

Training Offerings

Pitman Training offers over 250 courses and qualifications across various sectors, all marked by external examiners to an ISO 9001 quality standard.[13] [14]

Training is delivered at over 65 UK, Ireland, and international centres.

Partnerships & Accreditations

Pitman Training has partnered with several educational bodies, including:

In 2020, Pitman Training partnered with Amazon's Career Choice program, which aims to upskill Amazon employees interested in advancing their careers.[16]

Awards and Recognition

Pitman Training has received numerous awards and recognitions:

The company also runs its annual Super Achievers Awards for its students, including categories such as PA of the Year, Working Mum/Dad of the Year, and Entrepreneur of the Year.[26]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: August 29, 2024 . PITMAN TRAINING GROUP LIMITED overview . 2024-08-29 . find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk . en.
  2. Web site: Stenographic Sound Hand work by Pitman Britannica . 2024-08-29 . www.britannica.com . en.
  3. Web site: PITMAN, (Sir) Isaac Encyclopedia.com . 2024-08-29 . www.encyclopedia.com.
  4. Web site: Official Report (Hansard) . 2024-08-29 . UK Parliament.
  5. Web site: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons - The Arthur Conan Doyle Encyclopedia . 2024-08-29 . www.arthur-conan-doyle.com.
  6. Web site: 2021-03-17 . Harnessing Heritage . 2024-08-29 . Pitman Training . en-US.
  7. Web site: August 29, 2024 . See How We've Evolved . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Franchising.
  8. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Member Directory . August 29, 2024 . British Franchise Association.
  9. Web site: LaunchLife International (LLI) Acquires UK-based Pitman Training Group (PTG) . 2024-08-29 . Pitman Training Franchising . en-US.
  10. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Digital Skills Courses . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.
  11. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Sustainability Commitment . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.
  12. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Scholarship Programme . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.
  13. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Our Courses . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.
  14. Web site: August 29, 2024 . ISO 9001 Quality Management . August 29, 2024 . ISO.
  15. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Our Partners . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.
  16. Web site: Amazon Career Choice Training Diplomas Pitman Training . 2024-08-29 . Pitman Training ™ - Training Courses & UK Qualifications . en-US.
  17. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2014 Winners . August 29, 2024 . Northern Marketing Awards.
  18. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2015 Winners . August 29, 2024 . PR Moment Awards.
  19. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2015 HSBC Franchisor of the Year Awards Finalists . August 29, 2024 . British Franchise Association.
  20. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2017 Superbrands List . August 29, 2024 . Superbrands.
  21. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2018 Winners . August 29, 2024 . Irish Franchise Awards.
  22. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Winners 2018-2022 . August 29, 2024 . Best Franchise Awards.
  23. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Winners 2018-2020 . August 29, 2024 . Corporate Livewire Innovation & Excellence Awards.
  24. Web site: August 29, 2024 . 2023 Winners . August 29, 2024 . Global Education Awards.
  25. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Superbrands UK 2018-2022 . August 29, 2024 . Superbrands UK.
  26. Web site: August 29, 2024 . Super Achievers Awards . August 29, 2024 . Pitman Training.

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