What BePro does

BePro is a UK vocational training provider operating as a sub-brand of Leep Group Limited, alongside sister brands Just IT, ECTA, and Back to Work. The company delivers apprenticeships (Level 0 to Level 7), Skills Bootcamps, trade certifications, CPD short courses, and pre-employment training across IT, digital, HR, management, trades, and renewable energy sectors. It serves a dual customer base: UK employers seeking workforce development, apprenticeship levy utilisation, and job-ready talent pipelines (including Amazon, CACI, Sainsbury's, NHS, Skechers, BSI, and Great Ormond Street Hospital), and individual learners pursuing career entry, transitions, or professional qualifications. The company supports 1,000+ UK employers and has trained 100,000+ people since 2011, with 1,800+ apprentices and 8,000+ Skills Bootcamp participants supported since 2021.

The portfolio is built on accreditations from CompTIA, Microsoft, CIPD, CMI, and ACS, allowing delivery of recognised industry certifications within government-funded apprenticeship frameworks. Programmes are delivered via remote, on-site at employer locations, and in-person at training centres. Notable named programmes include the Level 4 AI & Automation Practitioner Apprenticeship, CompTIA Certified Systems Engineer Apprenticeship, CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management, the Entry to HR Skills Bootcamp, and the 3-day 18th Edition Wiring Regulations course. The company holds an Ofsted 'Good' rating with a 97.4% pass rate for 2024/25.

The business model blends government-funded revenue (ESFA apprenticeship contracts, devolved-authority skills programmes such as the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, Mayor of London, and Liverpool City Region) with paid short-course revenue for trades re-certification and CPD. Distribution is direct-to-employer via field sales and direct-to-learner via website application, with no intermediary reseller network. The technology foundation is non-proprietary; BePro is described in source material as a traditional training and talent provider rather than a software platform, with no API, mobile app, or disclosed AI infrastructure.

Name

BePro

Legal name

Leep Group Limited

Website

https://beprodevelopment.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Apprenticeships

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Computer Training (611420), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Certification Prep (CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, ISC2/ISACA) (EDANAIAF), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Career Coaching, Mentoring & Placement Support Services (EDAAAKAO), Workforce & Career Transition Noncredit Programs (EDAAAEAC)

Keywords

• Apprenticeship training
• Vocational education
• Workforce development
• Skills bootcamps
• Professional certifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Middlesbrough

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Funded Training Programmes: Government-funded training including apprenticeships and Skills Bootcamps, available at no cost to eligible learners. Revenue comes from government funding body contracts for delivering accredited training programmes.
2. Paid Short Courses and Certifications: Some training programmes such as trade certifications and CPD short courses are paid courses for individuals seeking upskilling or re-certification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

BePro delivers UK vocational training programmes including apprenticeships (Levels 0-7), Skills Bootcamps (12-16 weeks), CPD/short courses, trade certifications, pre-employment training, and higher-level professional courses across IT, digital, HR, management, trades, and renewable energy sectors. It also provides employer-facing workforce training and recruitment services connecting UK businesses with job-ready candidates. Many programmes are government-funded at no cost to eligible learners, with paid options for short courses and certifications.

Product overview

BePro operates as a sub-brand within Leep Group (formerly B2W Group), offering a portfolio of vocational training programmes and professional development courses. The offering comprises structured Apprenticeships spanning Levels 0-7 across multiple sectors (IT, digital, HR, management, trades, renewables), Skills Bootcamps (12-16 week intensive programmes), CPD & Short Courses for ongoing professional development, Trade Certifications for gas/electrical/plumbing professionals, and Pre-employment training for new workforce entrants. Key named products include the AI & Automation Practitioner Apprenticeship (Level 4), CompTIA Certified Systems Engineer Apprenticeship, CIPD Level 5 Diploma, and various trade certification courses. The portfolio is delivered through multiple training formats including remote, on-site, and online modalities, with funding options available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Apprenticeships Structured vocational training pathways spanning Level 0 to Level 7, offering certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, CIPD, and CMI with clear progression routes across IT, digital, HR, management, trades, and renewable energy sectors. Targeted at UK learners and employers seeking accredited career-pathway qualifications.
• Skills Bootcamps Intensive 12-16 week programmes in data, IT, software, smart tech, and HR designed to fast-track entry into new careers with job-ready skills. Fully funded training options available for eligible UK learners.
• CPD & Short Courses Focused learning programmes that help individuals update skills or meet professional requirements without long-term commitment, spanning various industry sectors including digital, IT, HR, management, trades, and customer service.
• Trade Certifications Essential qualifications and re-certification courses for existing gas engineers, plumbers and electricians, covering ACS gas, BS 7671 electrical wiring regulations, plumbing, smart meters, and renewable energy. Delivered through Leep training centres and on-site at employer locations.
• Higher Level & Professional Courses Advanced learning programmes that deepen expertise and support career progression for experienced learners seeking to specialise or move into leadership roles, including customer service, admin, logistics, and higher-level professional courses.
• Pre-employment Training Courses introducing essential skills and knowledge needed to enter the workforce, designed for individuals preparing for their first job or exploring a new career direction.
• AI & Automation Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 4 apprenticeship programme designed to develop work-ready practitioners who can support organisations to adopt AI and automation responsibly.
• CompTIA Certified Systems Engineer Apprenticeship Level 4 apprenticeship programme enabling mastery of network engineering, certified by CompTIA.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Course 3-day intensive course covering the 18th Edition wiring regulations (BS 7671) conducted at Leep training centres.
• CT Metering Upskill Course Short upskill course qualifying individuals in CT (Current Transformer) metering for electricity measurement applications.
• CIPD Level 5 Diploma in People Management Online intermediate-level diploma covering strategic HR and people management, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
• Entry to HR Skills Bootcamp Level 3 HR skills bootcamp delivered over 5 weeks, fully funded to help individuals enter human resources careers.
• Commercial Catering Equipment Technician Apprenticeship Level 3 apprenticeship programme training individuals to become commercial catering equipment technicians.
• Hire an Apprentice Service Employer-facing service that connects UK businesses with job-ready apprentices trained through BePro/Leep programmes across IT, digital, HR, management, trades, and renewables.
• Employer Partnerships B2B partnership service for UK employers seeking workforce development support, including apprenticeship delivery, funded training access, and tailored training programmes.
• Recruitment Service Recruitment service connecting UK employers with trained candidates from BePro/Leep training programmes, particularly across IT and HR roles.
• Workforce Training B2B workforce training delivery service for UK employers, providing tailored programmes to upskill existing employees across multiple sectors.
• Upskilling via Apprenticeships Service enabling existing employees to upskill through apprenticeship pathways, leveraging government funding and accredited qualifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97.4% pass rate in 2024/25
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CompTIAcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertification partner providing CompTIA-certified training programmes including CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and the CompTIA Certified Systems Engineer Apprenticeship at Level 4.
• CIPDcoreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation partner for HR and People Management qualifications including CIPD Level 3, Level 5 Diploma in People Management, and related HR skills bootcamps.
• CMI (Chartered Management Institute)coreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation partner for management and leadership qualifications covering team leadership, change management, project delivery, and business improvement programmes.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertification partner for Microsoft technology training and qualifications integrated into IT and digital apprenticeship programmes.
• ACS (Awarding Body for the Built Environment)coreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation body for gas engineering qualifications. Leep Trade delivers ACS-certified training and re-certification for gas engineers.
• GMCA (Greater Manchester Combined Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partner for skills and workforce development initiatives across Greater Manchester, supporting funded training programmes and employment initiatives.
• Mayor of LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partner for London skills and employment programmes, supporting funded training delivery in the Greater London area.
• Liverpool City RegioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partner for skills initiatives in Liverpool, supporting workforce training and employment programmes in the region.
• Back to WorkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPart of the Leep Group family (alongside BePro, Just IT, and ECTA), delivering customer service, admin, logistics, and higher-level professional courses.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Multiverse: UK-based apprenticeship and professional training provider focused on tech and digital skills, with a tech-enabled learning platform. Direct overlap with BePro in IT/digital apprenticeships and employer-funded training, though Multiverse is venture-backed and larger.
• Firebrand Training: UK-based accelerated IT and project management training provider, including vendor certifications. Comparable to BePro's CompTIA/Microsoft IT certification and apprenticeship offerings, particularly in the accelerated/bootcamp segment.
• Estio Training: UK IT and digital apprenticeship specialist delivering Level 3-4 programmes with employer partnerships. Closely comparable to BePro's IT apprenticeship portfolio and employer-focused delivery model.
• Corndel: UK apprenticeship provider focused on leadership, management, data, and digital skills with a strong employer cohort. Direct overlap with BePro's CMI/CIPD management apprenticeships and professional development programmes.
• QA Ltd: One of the UK's largest IT and business training providers, delivering apprenticeships, vendor certifications (Microsoft, AWS, Cisco), and corporate training. Closely comparable to BePro's IT training and apprenticeship portfolio at greater scale.
• Baltic Training: UK apprenticeship provider focused on IT, digital, and business apprenticeships, working with a broad base of UK employers. Direct overlap with BePro's apprenticeship delivery model and employer partnership motion.
• Learning Curve Group: UK training and apprenticeship provider across multiple sectors including IT, digital, and professional services with strong government-funded programme exposure. Closely comparable to BePro's apprenticeship-heavy, government-funded model.
• DPG plc: UK training and skills provider operating across multiple sectors including apprenticeships, professional development, and funded programmes. Comparable to BePro as a multi-sector, government-funded apprenticeship and training business.

Broad incumbents

• BPP Professional Education: UK professional training provider spanning accountancy, law, HR, and management with apprenticeship pathways. Comparable in its CIPD/CMI and professional qualification offerings, and as a large incumbent employer partner.
• Kaplan UK: Major UK professional education and training provider offering apprenticeships, professional qualifications, and vocational training. Broadly comparable as a large incumbent in the UK training market, though with a wider portfolio including financial and accountancy training.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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