Courses

Certified PLC training courses

All Scantime PLC training courses are City and Guilds Assured or EAL Recognised and delivered by time-served shop-floor controls engineers. Each course is filled with practical skills and relevant learnings. So, you can maintain and repair the PLCs on your shop-floor safely and with confidence.

City & Guilds Assured

For Maintenance Engineers

IMFFP®: Industrial Maintenance & Fault Finding Pro Training

starting from £1,800

Assured by City & Guilds, we aim to help you become proactive and confident in working with PLCs safely and efficiently in day-to-day operations and fault finding situations to reduce downtime and increase profitability.

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City & Guilds Certified

For Controls Enginneers

IPP: Industrial Programming Pro Training

starting from £2,000

If you’ve successfully finished our four-day IMFFP® course and want to build on your expertise with other PLC manufacturers or software, the IPP course is for you.

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Academic Courses coming soon

Do you teach engineering, maintenance, or manufacturing procedures and techniques in an academic setting? This four-day training course is designed specifically for tutors in educational institutions that need to provide their students with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) training.

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Testimonials

We’ve trained engineers at Amazon, Honda, Jaguar Land Rover, EDF Nuclear, Toyota and Transport for London.

Here’s what they say about Scantime’s training courses:

I recently completed the Siemens Step 7 training course. I undertake lots of courses due to the nature of my job and this is one of the best I have been to. Alan and Jay delivered the course brilliantly, very helpful and explained everything in an easy to understand format.

Will Skidmore

Siemens Energy

Scantime has been involved in training our maintenance staff for several years now. They have helped improve and maintain the skill set that is critical for working with processes such as ours. From these various courses, we now have maintenance staff who are more confident and capable of working and finding faults on our PLCs.

Marc Powell

Jaguar Land Rover

The course was brilliant – the content, literature, practical and delivery was exceptional. I really enjoyed it and a took away lots. Nathan was great, tonnes of real experience, really easy to get along with and delivered the training seamlessly. I would without any question, recommend Scantime and Nathan for any control system Solutions / advise / training needs in the future.

Thomas Braisby

Thorntons Chocolate

My colleagues and I of Essity UK wish to share our gratitude for the skills and knowledge we have gained, and continue to gain as we upskill in Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal.

Mark Horner

Essity

Fantastic knowledge, equipment and good experience.

Thomas Herbert

Dyson

The Facilities and tutors at Scantime are world class! This training has given me the knowledge and confidence to work with PLCs across our site reducing downtime and stepping up maintenance. The classrooms are kitted out with all the best equipment in an easy to understand environment. My tutors Nathan and Jay where a fountain of knowledge and I am so grateful for all their help. 10/10 would recommend!

George Claridge

Tottenham Hotspur

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything else you need to know.

How often do Scantime’s courses run?

We offer weekly courses at our training centres in NewcastleGateshead and Alderley Park. Demand is high, so we advise booking your place at least two months in advance to secure your spot.

Can I learn more than one PLC software package during the PLC training course?

Our training focuses on one PLC software package to ensure you receive in-depth and comprehensive training. If you work with multiple PLCs or want to expand your skills across different platforms, we offer a 2-day Bolt-on course for those who have successfully completed IMFFP® 1&2.

Can I attend as an individual?

Absolutely! Our courses are open to everyone, whether you’re sponsored by a company or joining as an individual. They’re especially popular with people looking to switch careers or enhance their CV with new skills.

What resources do you provide during the hands-on PLC courses?

When you join one of our training courses, you’ll have your own dedicated training station complete with a computer, PLC programming software, and a SCADA system.

You’ll also receive a Scantime workbook to track your progress throughout the course. This detailed resource is yours to keep, making it an excellent reference tool long after training is complete.

Are there any assessments on a hands-on courses?

Yes, our courses include assessments, one for each module that you complete which are designed to ensure you’ve understood the material. You’ll usually receive your results on the same day after completing each assessment.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Absolutely. We’ll give you a City & Guilds certificate, and a digital credential or an EAL certificate when you successfully complete any of our course modules.

Ready to leave downtime behind?

We deliver training courses for all the main PLC manufacturers. And if your shop-floor has more than one PLC? You can save time with a bolt-on course, designed and delivered for you across different PLCs.

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