Chadwicks Group has celebrated the graduation of 32 colleagues from across the business following the completion of two of its internal development programmes: the Chadwicks Heating & Plumbing Academy and the Chadwicks Credit Academy.
The graduation, which took place on 17th June at Killashee Hotel in Naas, recognised colleagues from across Chadwicks Group who completed structured learning programmes designed to build specialist knowledge, strengthen business capability and support career progression within the organisation.
A total of 18 colleagues graduated from the Chadwicks Heating & Plumbing Academy, the first programme of its kind for the Group. The academy was developed to support colleagues who are new to plumbing counter roles, as well as those looking to build their confidence and expertise in heating and plumbing.
Running from October 2025 to April 2026, the programme combined practical learning, product knowledge and supplier-led training. Participants completed modules covering areas such as water systems, heating systems, oil heating, renewable technologies, supplier product training and selling skills. Training was delivered through a blend of sessions at the Ashfield Learning Centre and offsite learning with key suppliers, supported by Chadwicks Group subject matter experts, supplier guest speakers and external trainers.
The Chadwicks Credit Academy was also recognised at the graduation, with 14 colleagues completing the programme. Graduates came from a range of roles across the business, including credit control, administration, sales, yard and logistics, with representation from specialist brands including Steel, The Panelling Centre and Davies.
The Credit Academy is designed to help colleagues develop a deeper understanding of credit control and the important role it plays in supporting customers and the wider business. Delivered primarily by Chadwicks Group subject matter experts, with specialist input from Declan Flood of ICMT, the programme covered topics including credit decision-making, debt recovery, insolvency, customer communication, IT systems, collections, negotiation and the relationship between credit and sales.
Together, the two academies reflect Chadwicks Group’s continued investment in colleague development and its commitment to creating opportunities for people to learn, grow and progress within the business.
