High Peak Skills for Business

The High Peak Skills Programme has been developed by the University of Derby in partnership with High Peak Borough Council and funded by the UK Government. The programme has been developed to support businesses within the High Peak to develop digital, green, and employability skills.

Are you interested in developing skills in these areas?

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Digital skills

Unlock the power of digital skills! In today’s fast-paced world, learning digital skills is no longer a bonus; it’s a necessity.

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Green skills

Build a sustainable future with green skills! As the world shifts toward eco-friendly practices, green skills are key to staying ahead and making a positive impact.

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Employability and wellbeing skills

Boost your career potential with employability skills. In today's competitive job market, having the right technical skills is just the beginning—employability skills set you apart.

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Recordings to watch in your own time

We’ve put together a series of short insightful recordings on key topics

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Peak District Sustainability Summit

Join us for the Peak District Sustainability Summit 2025 on March 28, to hear from a variety of speakers, who will provide practical insights into the work businesses can do to engage with the green agenda during this time of economic and environmental challenge.

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Whether you’re self-employed, looking to re-enter the workforce, or exploring a career change, this programme offers flexible, accessible skills training to enhance employability.

We’ll focus on work-readiness, transferable skills, and signposting to further training and qualifications, catering to diverse backgrounds and experiences. This flexible programme supports both in-person and online learning options, enriching skill development in the High Peak economy.

Each session is designed to be practical, impactful, and adaptable to your business needs, ensuring your learning journey is engaging and accessible to you at anytime.

Contact our Project Team

Project Officer Email Phone
Maria Marsden m.marsden@derby.ac.uk +44 (0)800 001 5500

Case studies

A showcase of some of the businesses we supported in the region through similar projects.

Free business consultancy helps 'energy from waste' firm

Environ Ltd, a specialist solutions provider to the ‘energy from waste’ sector, received free business consultancy through the Derbyshire Accelerator programme. Find out why this came at a...

Local charity heading to net zero with our support

Buxton-based charity, Zink, has received funding and support through the Derbyshire Accelerator scheme, to help it become more sustainable. Read the case study to find out more.

Funding increases capacity and sustainability at digital marketing agency

Bakewell-based digital marketing agency, Destination Digital, was able to take on an extra member of staff and improve its sustainability, thanks to funding from Derbyshire Accelerator. Read the ...

Nutrition and retreat business launches with University support

Nutrition and Retreat is a new venture for Zaremba Marsden Ltd — a small business based in Matlock. Read the case study to find out more.

Whitehouse Construction benefits from our manufacturing expertise

Civil engineering firm, Whitehouse Construction, is benefitting from funded manufacturing support thanks to the Derbyshire Accelerator scheme. Read the case study to find out more. 

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Free Business Health Check

We have developed a brand-new business health check tool specifically for small organisations. This free resource is designed to offer practical information and guidance, on how to recover and improve business performance during the current economic climate.

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