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Ready to take your ACS assessment or reassessment? Find out everything you need to know about gaining the essential accreditation.

Discover the latest statistics for job vacancies in the plumbing industry and how the trade is one of the most in-demand in construction.

Discover how Able Skills student Lucy is changing her career with a City & Guilds painting and decorating course.

Discover which DIY projects people are most likely to be tackling at home over the upcoming bank holiday breaks.

Are you thinking about starting a career in trade? Want to add to the construction skills you already have? Find out more about Able Skills’ training courses.

Learn more about the latest findings from the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) which has released its latest annual review.

Learn more about the qualifications needed to become a qualified electrician, and the registrations you may want to consider.

Learn more about the UK’s Shortage Occupation List, and the construction trades that currently feature due to high demand.

Learn more about the high demand for gas engineers as the industry enters a key period of sustainable transition.

Are you considering a career in bricklaying? Find out how you can become fully qualified in just 8 weeks with an Able Skills bricklaying course.

Find out more about completing your gas portfolio placement and taking the next step toward becoming a qualified gas engineer.

Find out more about the ongoing demand for skilled construction workers and the long term job prospects offered by the industry.