Make 2020 the year that counts!

Make 2020 the year that counts - change careers with Gas Training Courses:

 

There are so many different reasons to become a Gas Engineer - make now the time to start taking the steps towards a new career!  There are so many opportunities in the trade that it is a no brainer to get involved in. A Gas Safe Registered Engineer can go down a variety of routes once fully qualified. For example, commercial work, self-employment and much more...In this article, we'll be outlining some of the reasons you should choose us to get quality gas training.

 

 

One of the reasons for choosing Able Skills is our reputation and facilities. We have been providing quality training programs for a number of years, over 10 in fact, and we know what it takes to get students from their starting point to their end goal. Our instructors have years of experience in the trade and are the perfect individuals to learn from, their experience both teaching and working in the industry is unmatched. Taking advantage of their knowledge is key, ask questions, gain tips and tricks and be a level above the rest - they have come across every possible scenario you could encounter as an engineer and how to remedy it!

Which course is best for you?

 

We run two different sets of courses one set of packages for new entrants and one set of packages for experienced plumbers looking to add Gas training to their arsenal. All of these courses can be taken on a full-time (Monday - Friday) or part-time basis (Saturday & Sunday). We know that it is impossible for some to spend their week at our training centre so hopefully, this part-time option gives some people the opportunity to give gas training a go!

New Entrant Gas Training Packages:

 

We run 3 different New Entrant Gas Training Packages - each includes a different number of courses, the first is the fundamental training. Over a period of 7-weeks, you will learn through practical experience, tasks and assessments. You will also learn the theoretic knowledge on a very large range of topics including:

• Training on aspects of health and safety-relevant within the gas industry, including asbestos awareness
• Training to work safely around electrical systems
• Training in the use of copper and low carbon steel so that your pipe skills are established at an acceptable standard.
• Training on heating controls, Airing cupboard and radiator installation practices
• Training in all areas of domestic gas safety

 

New Entrant Gas Training Package 2 includes portfolio completion and an ACS assessment, both of which are necessary when looking to become an engineer. The third and final package includes everything talked about above but also includes a Boiler Fault Finding Course as it has become apparent to us that some candidates are missing knowledge surrounding servicing boilers - New Entrant Gas Training Package 3

How do I become Gas Safe Registered?

 

An ACS will need to be completed before you are eligible for Gas Safe registration and this is a requirement for all operatives involved in the installation, maintenance and servicing of domestic gas appliances and pipe-work installations. Also, every Gas Safe registered business renews their registration on an annual basis and updates their qualifications every 5 years, meaning you will need to refresh your memory on gas safety every 5-years! You can apply online, they have made it as simple and easy as possible - applying costs around £362 - do not try to avoid becoming registered because ultimately you will be found out!

Want some more information?

 

If you would like some more information about any of the Gas courses talked about in this article, then get in contact with us! Either call 01322 280 202 or Come down to our office, we are located in Dartford. We have an open policy meaning we encourage people to come in during opening hours to ask questions, look around and be guided on the best route in terms of Gas courses. Alternatively, you can enrol online - simply select the course you are interested in and click 'Book Now' or 'Reserve Your Space' - follow the instructions from there and you'll be one step closer to becoming Gas Safe Engineer!

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