IOM3 Training Academy offers a range of industry-recognised technical courses and qualifications designed to support the career development of those working at all levels within our sectors.
Many of our courses are accredited by PIABC and lead to nationally recognised qualifications. We work closely with our technical communities and key stakeholders to ensure that our courses are appropriate, accessible and achievable.
Packaging Courses & Qualifications
We offer a range of PIABC-regulated qualifications in packaging technology along with a number of short courses
Materials Courses & Qualifications
The Institute offers a range of courses and qualification covering many different materials
Business Skills Courses & Qualifications
Courses in a variety of formats to enable you to improve your non-technical transferrable skills
Upcoming courses
Our face-to-face courses allow you to network with your fellow students and learn from experts in their field. Our courses are run virtually via Zoom, in our classroom in Grantham or on-site.
- CPD hours
An Introduction to Material Selection Virtual Course
An introduction of the principles of materials selection for engineering applications, exploring metallurgical, mechanical and environmental factors.
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Packaging ONLINE 2021
An introduction to the industry for those starting out on an exciting career in packaging.
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology ONLINE 2021
An in-depth exploration of all things packaging for those wishing to deepen their practice.
EQIPT Additional Assignments 2021
For those wishing to study additional assignments as part of the full EQIPT programme or the EQIPT Benchmarking service.
EQIPT Online course 2021
EQIPT training for those wishing to audit against the BRCGS for Food Packaging Materials
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Wood Technology and Application 2021
A distance learning course for those that wish to develop their career in the wood industry further.
Online and distance learning courses
Our online and distance learning courses are available throughout the year and enable you to study at a time and pace to suit you.
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Packaging ONLINE 2021
An introduction to the industry for those starting out on an exciting career in packaging.
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology ONLINE 2021
An in-depth exploration of all things packaging for those wishing to deepen their practice.
PIABC Level 5 Award for a Packaging Research Project
Recognition for your research
EQIPT Online course 2021
EQIPT training for those wishing to audit against the BRCGS for Food Packaging Materials
PIABC Level 2 Award in Timber and Panel Products
A distance learning course for those new to the wood industry or wishing to broaden their knowledge.
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Wood Technology and Application 2021
A distance learning course for those that wish to develop their career in the wood industry further.
View on demand webinars
Upcoming examinations
We run examinations for our PIABC regulated qualifications twice a year in November and June
PIABC Level 2 Award in Timber & Panel Products Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 2 Award in Timber & Panel Products exam: 14 June 2022, 1400 to 1530
