UK's TRS offers bootcamp
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- Thursday, 04 April 2024
TRS has launched a 'skills bootcamp' in collaboration with the British International Freight Association (BIFA) to support UK employers in the sector.
This bootcamp provides an introduction to the importing and exporting of products, suited to those already involved in freight forwarding or those wishing to join the sector.
Subsidised by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), the training course is for individuals living or working within the authority’s catchment area.
Kevin Birch, managing director at TRS said: "Thanks to funding from the WMCA, we can offer an essential industry skills course at a greatly reduced rate. We are running this program in conjunction with BIFA, which will be delivering some of the essential modules."
Flexible online course
Spread over five weeks, the 60-hour on-line course is delivered with the flexibility to ensure minimal impact on work commitments. The curriculum comprises technical workshops and employment skills, including Freight Forwarding Essentials, Customs Essentials, and Dangerous & Hazardous Goods, along with Customer Service Standards, Complaint Handling Processes, and Business Relationship Techniques.
Flexible online course
Spread over five weeks, the 60-hour on-line course is delivered with the flexibility to ensure minimal impact on work commitments. The curriculum comprises technical workshops and employment skills, including Freight Forwarding Essentials, Customs Essentials, and Dangerous & Hazardous Goods, along with Customer Service Standards, Complaint Handling Processes, and Business Relationship Techniques.
With the first course scheduled to commence in April, TRS is now actively recruiting for this program, highlighting a significant moment for businesses to up-skill the capabilities of their teams affordably.
SMEs can access this training for just GBP200 plus VAT, while larger employers with over 250 employees can enrol their staff for GBP600 plus VAT.
In an era where industry demands are rigorous and evolving, the introduction of the Skills Bootcamp in international freight forwarding is a timely solution. It offers businesses an avenue for workforce development, equipping employees with industry knowledge and skills at a fraction of the usual cost.
Carl Hobbis, BIFA member services director said: “The association has numerous initiatives aimed at encouraging staff training and recruitment among its members. This Skills Bootcamp is a useful addition to those initiatives.”
