Training courses in October 2026
The LEEA Training Academy supports organisations in minimising lifting operation risks across industries and helps individuals build competence and confidence to apply their skills effectively in the workplace.
There is availability at time of posting for the following LEEA courses in October, either as Instructor-led Training at LEEA’s Huntingdon Training Centre or via a virtual classroom (zoom).
LEEA Foundation Certificate (FOU). This is for beginners looking to build a strong foundation in lifting equipment knowledge. It covers common types of lifting equipment used across various industries and introduces key concepts essential for safe lifting practices. Developed with insights from global industry experts and tailored to real-world challenges, this course ensures learners gain practical, applicable skills that can be directly implemented in their workplace. Learners will experience real-world learning and practical assessments, including two case studies that reinforce key concepts and help apply knowledge to real-life scenarios.
Courses are available at Huntingdon on 6 – 8 and 20 – 22 October 2026. There will also be a course in London on 20 – 22 October 2026.
Lifting Accessories (LAC) Diploma. This qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of lifting accessories.
A course is available at Huntingdon on 19 – 22 October 2026. A virtual classroom course is available on 26 – 29 October 2026.
Manual Lifting Machines (MLM) Diploma. This diploma qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of manual lifting machines.
A virtual classroom course is available on 12 – 15 October 2026.
Powered Lifting Machines (PLM) Diploma. This diploma qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of powered lifting machines.
A course is available at Huntingdon on 12 – 16 October 2026.
Supporting Structures Diploma (SUP). This is essential for anyone involved in the thorough examination and testing of supporting structures, including runways, mobile supporting structures, jib cranes and light crane structures.
A virtual classroom course is available on 5 – 9 October 2026.
Bridge and Gantry Cranes Diploma (BGC). This is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of bridge and gantry cranes.
There is a course at Huntingdon on 26 – 29 October 2026.
A Proficiency Testing Assessment (MLM) is on 16 October 2026.
Proficiency Testing Assessments (LAC) are on 23 and on Friday 30 October 2026.
The 4 hour course takes place from 09.00 – 13.00 hrs on site at the Huntingdon Training Centre. To attend you must have already attended your Lifting Accessories (LAC) diploma course either via e-learning, virtual classroom or in-person.
The Academy’s Proficiency Testing (PT) assessment route gives learners the opportunity to demonstrate real-world ability through practical, assessor-observed tasks in a controlled testing environment. PT has been developed to support a wider range of learners, including experienced industry professionals, who may perform better in practical environments than traditional written exams. PT helps you demonstrate technical ability, inspection methodology, safety-critical judgement, reporting and decision-making skills and professional behaviours expected within industry.
To find out more and to book your course, visit leeaint.com/courses.
