Trainee Social Media Specialist

About the opportunity

Turn your digital passion into a professional career.

If you have an eye for design and a natural understanding of social media, it is time to professionalise those skills. Netcom Training’s fully-funded Social Media and Web Design course provides the exact technical and strategic knowledge that modern digital employers are actively hiring for.

This programme takes you beyond basic posting. You will learn the principles of User Experience and User Interface design, how to establish a business in the digital age and how to deploy techniques for Search Engine Optimisation. Whether you aim to become a Social Media Manager or a Digital Communications Assistant, this course offers a structured pathway into the creative sector.

Course Details

Duration: 13 weeks, Mon-Thu, 6-9pm

Format: Online, practical workshops

Qualification: Netcom Certificate of Completion (Level 3)

What you’ll learn

You will develop a robust, commercial skillset across key digital disciplines

Social Media Management: Learn how to strategically manage platforms like Meta, TikTok and Pinterest.

Web Development: Use no-code applications to create websites and gain a minimal, light-touch introduction to programming languages such as HTML and CSS.

UX/UI Design: Master the principles of User Experience and User Interface design.

Content & Branding: Develop effective branding strategies and learn how to optimise content.

Customer Strategy: Identify and map customer personas and journeys.

Business Setup: Learn the essentials of establishing a business in the digital age.

Income Streams: Explore modern revenue models including affiliate marketing and digital products.

Career Pathway

Successful participants are positioned for creative digital roles such as Social Media Manager, Digital Communications Assistant or Entry Level Content Author.

Upon completion of this course, your profile will be marketed to our exclusive network of hiring partners with active roles and you will be guaranteed a dedicated career coach.

Eligibility

This is a government-funded opportunity. To apply, you must

Live in the Greater London region

Be aged 19 or over.

Earn below the gross annual wage cap of £34,194.

Have basic IT skills.

Not currently be undertaking other government-funded training.

Cost

This is a fully-funded training course with no fees. Complete the learning to build your creative portfolio and access our dedicated career support and hiring network.