Partnerships

Industry Partnerships & Recognised Qualifications

Paramount Skills is highly respected across the training industry and works in collaboration with leading professional bodies. Our learners gain access to a wide range of recognised qualifications, and each completed course earns a Paramount Skills certificate that strengthens their CV and enhances career opportunities.

AAT – Association of Accounting Technicians

AAT is the UK’s largest qualification and membership organisation for accounting and finance professionals. Members include students, industry professionals and business owners who commit to ongoing professional development. Paramount Skills offers several AAT-aligned diploma programmes, enabling learners to achieve recognised Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications.

Amazon Career Choice

Amazon Career Choice is a unique initiative designed to upskill Amazon employees who want to pursue new career paths. Through this partnership, Paramount Skills delivers training in high-demand fields, giving eligible Amazon staff the opportunity to build future-ready skills and transition into new roles with confidence.

AMSPAR – Medical Administrative Qualifications

AMSPAR works with City & Guilds to offer respected medical administration and medical terminology qualifications. Paramount Skills provides a range of relevant diplomas and awards that help learners progress toward the City & Guilds/AMSPAR Level 2 Award in Medical Terminology — a qualification widely required across the NHS and private healthcare sectors.

BCS – The Chartered Institute for IT

BCS promotes progress in the IT profession by advancing digital skills and industry standards. Paramount Skills has partnered with BCS for many years and delivers programmes aligned with BCS qualifications, including the well-recognised ICDL (formerly ECDL).

CILEx – Chartered Institute of Legal Executives

CILEx is the governing body for Chartered Legal Executives, legal practitioners and paralegals. Through relevant training pathways, Paramount Skills enables learners to begin building specialist legal administrative skills valued within the legal sector.

City & Guilds

City & Guilds qualifications are developed with industry experts and trusted by employers worldwide. Many Paramount Skills centres operate as approved City & Guilds exam centres, giving learners the opportunity to sit Medical Terminology and other vocational assessments locally.

CompTIA

CompTIA offers vendor-neutral IT certifications that provide foundational knowledge for anyone entering the information technology field. Paramount Skills supports learners preparing for CompTIA exams, helping them build practical, employer-ready IT skills.

IAB – International Association of Bookkeepers

Most Paramount Skills centres are registered IAB exam centres, enabling students to take assessments in digital and manual bookkeeping. As the longest established bookkeeping body, the IAB maintains rigorous standards and operates in over 90 countries worldwide. Certain IAB Level 2 qualifications also offer AAT exemptions.

ICDL – International Computer Driving Licence

ICDL is a globally recognised computer skills certification. Paramount Skills offers ICDL training for learners who want to validate their digital abilities and demonstrate essential IT competence to employers. No prior computer experience is required.

LearnKey

LearnKey is a global provider of expert-led online IT, software and web development training. Through our partnership, learners at Paramount Skills gain access to LearnKey’s technical courses alongside our own high-quality training, giving them a broader and more versatile skillset.

Microsoft IT Academy

The Microsoft IT Academy programme bridges academic learning with real-world technology skills. Paramount Skills learners benefit from access to Microsoft curriculum, digital tools and hands-on training aligned with industry expectations.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

Our Microsoft Office courses follow the official MOS syllabus, allowing students to take MOS certification exams upon completion. These globally recognised credentials demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications — highly valued in modern workplaces.

Sage

Sage is a leading global provider of accounting and payroll software. Paramount Skills offers several Sage-focused courses that help learners understand bookkeeping, payroll processing and financial forecasting using industry-standard tools.

CPD Standards Office

Many Paramount Skills programmes are accredited by the CPD Standards Office, ensuring high-quality learning and awarding formal CPD certificates. These certificates validate the CPD points earned during training and support ongoing professional development.

The European Social Fund (ESF)

The European Social Fund aims to improve employability across Europe by providing individuals with essential skills and better job opportunities. Through ESF-supported initiatives, learners can access training designed to unlock potential and support long-term career growth.