Final Opportunity to Secure a Place on Funded International Trade Skills Bootcamp

Businesses and individuals across Lancashire are being encouraged to take advantage of the final funded delivery of the highly successful Skills Bootcamp in International Trade, with the last programme set to commence in January 2027.

Designed to equip learners with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in international trade, the 10-week programme offers expert-led training covering customs procedures, export documentation, compliance requirements and global market development.

With funding support available, this represents the final opportunity to access training worth approximately £3,000 per learner at a significantly reduced cost.

Who Should Attend?
The bootcamp is suitable for a wide range of learners, including those:
• Looking to progress within their current role
• Moving into an international trade position
• Considering a career change
• Running their own business and seeking international growth
• Returning to employment or currently unemployed

Places are now open for the January 2027 cohort.

Comprehensive International Trade Training
Delivered one day per week over ten consecutive weeks, the programme combines practical guidance with real-world examples to help participants develop a thorough understanding of international trade operations.

Topics include:
• Export Procedures and Documentation
• Import Procedures
• Customs Warehousing
• Inward and Outward Processing
• Temporary Admission
• Customs Compliance
• Incoterms®
• Commodity Codes
• Rules of Origin
• Customs Declarations and CDS
• International Methods of Payment
• Export Growth and Market Expansion

Positive Impact for Businesses
As international trade regulations and customs requirements continue to evolve, developing in-house expertise has become increasingly important. Organisations investing in employee development can benefit from:
• Enhanced international trade knowledge
• Improved customs and compliance capability
• Greater confidence when entering overseas markets
• Increased operational efficiency and productivity
• A more resilient and future-ready workforce

Feedback from Previous Learners
Previous participants have highlighted the practical value of the programme.
Ellen Blair of Pro-Lock Safety said:

“Taking part in the Skills Bootcamp is an absolute must. It helped us understand where to find information and gave us the confidence to navigate international trade requirements. What felt like an alien language at the beginning became much easier to understand thanks to the support of the trainer.”

Funding and Employer Contribution
The programme is heavily subsidised through external funding support.
Employer contributions are:

• £300 per participant for SMEs
• £900 per participant for larger organisations
To qualify, participants must either:
• Work for a Lancashire-based business, or
• Be resident in Lancashire

Book Your Place Today

With January 2027 marking the final funded delivery of the Skills Bootcamp in International Trade, demand is expected to be high and places are limited.

For further information or to reserve a place, contact the International Trade Team on 01772 653000 or email export@lancschamber.co.uk.