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 Oilfield Metallurgy
Specialist metallurgical training for those working in the oil and gas sectors
- Free
- CPD hours
An Introduction to Fracture & Fatigue Failure Analysis
An introduction to fracture and fatigue and how these failures may be investigated. This Webinar gives some insight to the course running in late February
- CPD hours
IOM3 Certificate in Management Session 2 - Performance Management
A one-day workshop designed to develop practical skills in managing others covering managing performance through motivation, coaching and setting SMART objectives.
PIABC Level 2 Award in Clay Technology - February 2022
A perfect introduction to the Heavy Clay Industry for those with little or no practical experience
- CPD hours
An Introduction to Fracture & Fatigue Failure Analysis Virtual Course
Training for those wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the factors affecting failure modes and an introduction to failure analysis.
Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment Spring 2022
One-day course providing an insight into the principles of Life Cycle Assessment and how to interpret a report
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
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Clay Technology Exam
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Clay Technology exam: 14 June 2022, 0900 to 1200
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Wood Technology & Application Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Wood Technology & Application exam: 14 June 2022, 1400 to 1530
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 1 Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 1 exam: 15 June 2022, 0900 to 1200
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 3 Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 3 exam: 15 June 2022, 1400 to 1700
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Packaging Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 3 Certificate in Packaging exam: 15 June 2022, 0900 to 1100
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 2A Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 2A exam: 16 June 2022, 0900 to 1200
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 2B Exam June 2022
PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging Technology Unit 2B exam: 16 June 2022, 1400 to 1600
