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Because there’s more to qualifying as a gas engineer than the initial training programme, we’ve put together several packages of learning to help you plan for your new career.

Are you an experienced plumber? Discover the benefits of adding a gas qualification to your existing skill set.

Looking for ways to grow your construction skill set this year? Find out why it’s best to begin planning your training for 2023 now.

Interested in a career in construction but aren’t sure how you can fit the training in? Find out more about flexible construction training at Able Skills.

Thinking about starting on a new career path in 2023? Find out why January is the perfect time to begin your career in construction.

Learn more about the prospects of a career in construction, the demand for highly-skilled workers and above average earning potential.

Able Skills is offering portfolio completion included within the gas engineer training packages. Any students will now have the option of completing their training with us, and completing their portfolio with a Gas Safe Registered Engineer employed by Able Skills.

Learn more about the advantages of hydrogen gas, and why it’s likely to replace natural gas in the coming years.

Discover what the immediate and short-term future holds for gas engineers as the industry transitions to more sustainable alternatives.

Whether you want to take your first steps towards a new career, or just want to learn some valuable DIY skills that’ll come in handy around the house, an introductory construction course is a great way to get to grips with the basics of a trade.  Accredited by City & Guilds, the Introduction to Plastering […]

Gas engineers are highly-skilled tradespeople. They must complete rigorous training and assessments before being able to carry out work.  There are a number of entry routes to becoming a qualified gas engineer, these could range from an introductory course with an accredited training provider, enrolling in an apprenticeship scheme or transitioning from another construction trade.  […]

A warning has been issued to tradespeople as recent research found that November is the worst period for tool theft in the year.  After assessing its own claim data from over 290,000 insurance policies between 2017 and 2021, Simply Business found that one in ten claims were made in November alone.  In October, Simply Business, […]