Become an exceptional Personal Assistant in 2026 with an accredited professional qualification

Grow your confidence and boost your career opportunities with an Ofqual Regulated Qualification or Accredited Programme.

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Over 6,000 EAs and PAs trained worldwide

Professionally qualified trainers

IAM Accredited and Ofqual Regulated

Meet your trainers - helping you become an exceptional Personal Assistant

Lindsay and Malcolm Taylor are delighted to welcome you to the Your Excellency Academy for Personal Assistants. 

Both are qualified trainers and deliver exceptional training to our learners across the UK and rest of the world.

Each of them brings experience, expertise and deliver our training through a blend of online virtual classes and pre-recorded sessions. This means you get the benefit of both group virtual learning and resources you can watch at your convenience.

Having trained thousands of Personal Assistants like you over the years they are looking forward to welcoming you into the Your Excellency learners family.

BROWSE PA PROGRAMMES & QUALIFICATIONS

Lindsay Taylor, Co-Founder of Your Excellency

Malcolm Taylor, Co-Founder of Your Excellency

Why learn with the Your Excellency Virtual Academy?

Accredited Training Courses

All our EA and PA courses and Programmes are accredited, so you can be sure you're getting training recognised by employers. Our qualifications fall on the Ofqual register.

Over 6,000 EAs & PAs trained worldwide

Over 6,000 EAs and PAs have benefited from our training worldwide and are now enjoying the benefits of our class leading training and coaching.

Blended learning approach

Our training is delivered via both virtual group sessions and pre-recorded videos - combining group learning and modules you can watch in your own time.

Qualified trainers & coaches

All our trainers are qualified to train the courses and Programmes we offer and are accredited by the Association For Coaching® .

Five star training & coaching

We always strive to over deliver in our training. Feedback from previous learners is 5/5.

Our Popular Personal Assistant Courses and Training

The Mini MBA for Senior & Executive Assistants

Accredited Blended Learning Programme

Become a truly exceptional EA by combining strategy, finance, marketing and leadership know-how in this accessible and accredited blended-learning Programme.

The Mini MBA is for Senior & Executive Assistants who want to master business and leadership skills. The knowledge and skills you will learn will be equally useful within your professional role and personal lives.

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One & Two-Day Standalone Training Courses

Live Virtual Instructor Led Accredited Courses

We frequently run Live Virtual Instructor Led Training spanning one or two days on a wide range of topics including Finance, Project Management, Minute Taking and Commerical & Business Awareness.

These one or two day courses are run online via our Virtual Academy and are fully accredited. They are designed for learners looking to boost their skills and improve career prospects.

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The Essential PA Programme, incorporating an Ofqual regulated qualificiation

Ofqual Regulated Professional Qualification

Become an exceptional PA with our Essential PA Programme (incorporating an Ofqual regulated qualification)

This Programme reflects the diversity of the PA role.

You will learn the knowledge and skills you need to excel and become truly exceptional.

 

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One-to-One Coaching

Designed to meet your individual needs

We believe you have everything you need to be successful.

Our role as your coach is to facilitate your learning through a personalised programme of one-to-one sessions building your skills, techniques and awareness for you to identify and achieve what you really want.

Video coaching sessions are an excellent way of developing leadership skills, overcoming fears and barriers and improving personal performance.

A typical programme will run for 5 sessions over a period of about 6 months. Each session will be approximately 90 minutes. In between sessions you will be able to contact us for support and updates on your progress.

 

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Why Learn with Your Excellency?

The word ‘qualification’ and ‘accredited training’ is often thrown around and misused within the learning & development industry.

Our Essential PA Programme incorporates  SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Professional Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant & Administration Skills, an Ofqual regulated qualification that falls on the Ofqual Register.

The Level 3 Award is Qualification number 610/4904/9 on the Ofqual Register

The Mini MBA for Senior & Executive Assistants is accredited by the IAM (Institute of Administrative Management).  Founded in 1915, the IAM are one of the oldest professional bodies for business and administrative managers in the world. Accreditation means Your Excellency Limited meet stringent quality standards. 

Frequently Asked Questions?

Here are some of our most frequently asked questions regarding our courses and training. If you can’t find an answer feel free to call us on 07930 194197 or email success@yourexcellency.co.uk

How do I enrol on a course?

The first step is to request more information on our courses below. Alternatively you can call Lindsay on 07930 194197 or email success@yourexcellency.co.uk

When does each course start?

We run courses and Programmes throughout the year and have regular intakes for our popular Essential PA Programme and Mini MBA Programme. Complete our enquiry form below to find out latest course dates and receive more information.

Can I pay by debit or credit card?

Yes, we accept credit and debit card payments for our training.

Are these courses recognised by employers?

Yes. Our  Essential PA Programme incorporates an Ofqual regulated qualification (SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Professional PA & Administration Skills). The Mini MBA is an Accredited Programme.

Both Professional Qualifications and Accredited Programmes meet stringent quality standards.

Employers reading “The Mini MBA for Senior & Executive Assistants” or “SFJ Awards” on your CV/resume will have the confidence that you can and will apply the most up to date strategic thinking and leadership.

Do I receive a certificate at the end of the courses?

Yes. You will receive certificates. For The Essential PA Programme you will gain an Ofqual Regulated Qualification.

At the end of the Mini MBA Programme, you will gain a Certificate bearing the logo of the course accreditor, IAM. We would also be delighted to supply you with a certificate following completion of a One or Two-Day Standalone course. 

Can I request a business case to ask for my employer to fund my training?

Of course, we have a variety of approval support documents and business case letters we can provide you. These are great resources to ask for your employer to fund your training. Please email success@yourexcellency.co.uk

I'm thinking about self-funding my training. Can you help?

Yes! Contact us to find out more on how we can support you. Please email success@yourexcellency.co.uk

How do I contact you?

Either complete an enquiry using the form at the bottom of this page or contact Lindsay Taylor on 07930 194197 or email success@yourexcellency.co.uk

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Download our 2026 prospectus and get details on our training & development.

Got a question about our courses?
Contact us directly

If you’d prefer to speak to us directly, please contact Lindsay Taylor, our Co-founder with any questions you may have

Trustpilot reviews from Course and Programme Graduates

Rachel Barker
"Great training session"
I completed the Making Sense of Business Finance for EAs & PAs. Such a great training session with Josh. He made it so easy to understand each of the sections and the use of our own company filings to use as examples was a really nice touch. I have previously attended the Lunch & Learn live webinars which were also very well presented and well thought out. Such a great training company. I am so pleased to have found somewhere I can hone, update and develop my PA skills with. Thank you!!
Hannah Ghinn
"The best training for PAs out there!"
Lindsay and the team are incredibly welcoming, making my experience on the training course engaging and exciting. I learnt some fantastic applicable skills that I have been using in my role, helping me to progress and grow in confidence.
Fi Mcmartin
"Best development decision I made"
I have had the pleasure of doing 2 courses with Your Excellency, and they really are truly exceptional! The Mini MBA programme with Malcolm has been a key contributor to my progression as an EA, providing me with the confidence and expertise to develop myself and my role further in the right areas within the business. The Finance masterclass with Josh was invaluable to my growth in financial literacy and understanding. The confidence I gained from class was phenomenal. Both Malcolm and Josh were professional, friendly and empowering.. their knowledge is second to none. My biggest takeaway from working with Your Excellency is that they truly understand the role, the expectations and the necessary skills required for the EA/PA role, and how this can be transformative for development. This is really difficult to come by within any industry, and these guys have it nailed!
Amanda Bagga
"One of the Best Programmes for EA's"
I'm incredibly grateful to have been part of one of the pioneering Mini MBA cohorts with Your Excellency – it's undoubtedly been the most rewarding decision I've made. The intimate class sizes were a true blessing, allowing the exceptional trainers, Malcolm and Lindsay, to offer personalized guidance that was simply invaluable. I can't express enough how much I cherished the knowledge exchange among participants; it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with and learn from fellow professionals in our field from across the globe. The stories shared and experiences discussed were truly priceless. This outstanding Mini MBA program has been instrumental in broadening my horizons, equipping me with the confidence and expertise to explore new avenues within my organization. I'm sincerely thankful for this transformative experience and the doors it has opened for my professional growth
Beth Amos
"The Essential PA Programme"
The Essential PA Programme is an excellent choice for newcomers or those seeking to enhance their PA/EA abilities. The Principles of Persuasion & Influencing module was particularly enlightening, offering a deep dive into various techniques tailored to individual personalities for optimal results. Also the Project Management module was a highlight, granting comprehensive insights into the critical elements to monitor throughout a project's life-cycle.
Tracy Hodgson
"So friendly and relaxed"
It was extremely daunting for me to attend a course like this as I was the only Non PA in the group, but everyone welcomed me and made me feel at ease straight away. Friendly, understanding and very inquisitive about my current role. Lindsey and her family were very professional but also became friends, the style of teaching was more a conversation than learning. It's said, you learn more when having fun. Since passing the course, and placing this on my CV, I have been headhunted and now I am a fully fledged Executive Assistant. Thank you so much.
Chris Anderson
"SMARTER goals workshop"
I had the pleasure of taking part in Lindsay's SMARTER Goal Setting Workshop as part of the West Midlands PA Forum Learning & Development Conference. Lindsay was both informative and engaging. She created a dynamic and safe space for people to contribute and discuss their ideas and my colleagues and I thoroughly enjoyed the session. I have passed on the information learnt during the workshop to my team so they can also use this as part of their objective setting.
Linda Leggett
"Smarter Goal Setting - PA Forum L&D Conference"
I recently attended the PA Forum L&D Conference and attended Lindsay's session on Smarter Goal Setting and found it to be inspirational! I struggle with goal setting, but the tools shared by Lindsay made it a simple process to set SMART goals. I also join Lindsay's Lunch & Learn sessions and find I leave with hints & tips that I can implement straight away. I find Lindsay's style to be very empowering and supportive, I always feel motivated!
Nicola
"Fantastic course - everything I needed"
I am so glad I chose Your excellency for this course as it gave me exactly what I needed. Josh delivered the Finance Skills Masterclass so well and very engagingly, I feel like I have learnt a lot and am now going to be more confident to support my executives with financial decisions. I would highly recommend this course and Your Excellency as a company. They were brilliant in the run up to the course, asking what I needed out of the day and delivered exactly that. Impressive.
Cécile QUETU
"The Mini MBA On Demand"
I have completed the Mini MBA On Demand as a non-native speaker - I am French - this programme really exceeds my expectations in terms of content and teaching technique. You have managed to make it accessible even when the subject matter or vocabulary seems complicated or tricky! Thank you for providing such a fantastic programme for EAs/PAs and helping us to level up.
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IAM are one of the oldest professional bodies for business and administrative managers in the UK.

If enrolling in The Mini MBA Programme, you will have 3 months Associate Membership status of the IAM.

The IAM are the Accrediting organisation for The Mini MBA. 

Existing IAM members are eligible for 15% discount on listed training prices.

 

The Mini MBA for Executive Assistants

Your Excellency offers professionally recognised  Qualifications through SFJ Awards.

SFJ Awards are the Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation for the Level 3 Award in Professional Executive Assistant, Personal
Assistant & Administration Skills. This qualification is incorperated into The Essential PA Programme.

The Essential PA Programme

Become a truly exceptional EA by combining strategy, finance, marketing and leadership know-how in this accessible and accredited blended-learning Programme. The Mini MBA is for Senior & Executive Assistants who want to master business and leadership skills.

The knowledge and skills you will learn will be equally useful within your professional role and personal lives.

The Mini MBA

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Grow your confidence and study for an accredited, industry recognised professional qualification.
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Places are VERY limited for each cohort and every programme of our Mini MBA sells out fast.

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