2026 scheduled course dates now available to book.

What do you want to learn?

CAD design

CAD design

Creative

Creative

Technical writing

Technical writing

Welcome to Armada Training

Established 30 years ago, Armada is the market leader in providing training to designers, creatives and other professionals.

Accredited Training

Accredited Training

Our courses are accredited by organisations including:

  • Autodesk.
  • Findcourses.
  • Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators.

These accreditations are your guarantee of first-class training.

Expert instructors

Expert instructors

Our instructors are specialists in their fields, equipped with many years’ industry experience.

CAD design courses are hosted by Autodesk Certified Instructors.

Creative courses are hosted by Adobe Certified Professionals.

Our guarantees to you

Our guarantees to you

Price guarantee: if you find the same scheduled course at a lower price, we’ll match that price.

Training guarantee: if you don’t feel you learned enough to put your skills into practice, you can repeat the same scheduled course free of charge.

Great client satisfaction

Great client satisfaction

Our performance is monitored by accrediting organisations, including Autodesk.

Our overall approval rating based on delegate feedback exceeds 95%.

Great facilities

Great facilities

Our centres offer a comfortable and professional learning environment conductive to learning.

All offer dedicated, air-conditioned training suites, equipped with large-screen workstations for you to practice what you learn.

Course reviews

Course review

AutoCAD Essentials

By Neil V - January 2026

“Nebille was a very good instructor, the information was concise and the course was at a good pace to understand the techniques we had learnt whilst practically applying them. Overall would highly recommend this training, I feel a lot more...”

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Introduction to Premiere Pro

By Natalie M - December 2025

“Really enjoyed the course delivered by Ian - he explained everything very clearly and demonstrated every technique in an easy to understand way. No question was too small - he was very patient and didn't mind repeating things when asked.”

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Revit Essentials

By Joubin C - January 2026

“Stewart was great! Will definitely be doing another course on Revit!!”

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Introduction to Illustrator

By Harri M - January 2026

“A very helpful and detailed course, helped me get a good of understanding of how to use the platform. The trainer, Matt, was very helpful and knowledgeable as well as being able to go through specific details related to my...”

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Introduction to SketchUp

By Esther J - January 2026

“Rod was amazing, very clear, extremely patient, good humour and made things digestable in an easy and understanding manner Thank you very much!”

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Introduction to InDesign

By Michael C - January 2026

“This was a thorough and enjoyable two days of training. I now know processes I didn't do before with InDesign. Lynne was great and helpful.”

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Fusion Essentials

By Robert S - January 2026

“Great course and content for an introduction to Fusion. John delivered excellently and clearly knows the software inside and out.”

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AutoCAD Intermediate

By Zarina P - December 2025

“The AutoCAD Intermediate course was excellent, well-structured, engaging, and highly relevant to my work as a civil engineer. I gained valuable skills and insights that I’m already applying in my projects.”

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Introduction to Photoshop

By Jacqui M - January 2026

“I found Lynne to be extremely helpful and paced the session well. She was very clear with instructions and didn't rush or confuse me in any way. Her patience with me was impressive! Thank you so much!”

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Civil 3D Essentials

By Daniel R - June 2025

“Thoroughly enjoyed the 3-day course and has definitely given me the knowledge and confidence to use Civil 3D more frequently. Stewart was a fantastic instructor and I would highly recommend him to others. Thank you Armada!”

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Introduction to After Effects

By Amanda E - July 2025

“As a beginner having never used the programme, all of the training was relevant. Particularly navigating the interface and fully explaining what each item did.”

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Technical authoring programme

By Esengyul S - January 2026

“I’m really glad I took this course. It has been incredibly valuable, and I look forward to applying the techniques I’ve learned to my day-to-day responsibilities.”

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3ds Max Essentials

By Ashley D - February 2025

“This course was fantastic. Rod is an incredible teacher and explains in great detail what each tool does. Rod teaches you at a progressive but not too fast pace, to ensure everyone keeps up with each other. I will highly...”

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Inventor Essentials

By Cohen H - January 2026

“Helpful and informative course with professional and well experienced instructor.”

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AutoCAD 3D

By Stephen M - December 2025

“Simon, the trainer, was very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. 10 out of 10!”

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