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The construction industry has traditionally been known as one of the most resilient sources of employment, although it is not unresponsive to the fluctuating fortunes of economic cycles. The present ongoing and painful struggle to pull clear of the recent recession, and endeavouring to weather the affects of cuts to the public sector, even as […]
There are a lot of residential clients who are more receptive to having a woman with plumbing course qualifications in their home, it has been claimed. Clare King, manager of the female-only Pink Lady Plumbing, told BBC News that her operations have been a huge success since she started the organisation five years ago. In […]
The government's Green Deal strategy has been described as a "national movement", with this emphasis on environmental issues potentially leading to more take-up of places on renewable energy courses and other training. Climate change minister Greg Barker made his comments at the Retrofit Salford 2011 conference, during which he stressed how committed the coalition is […]
A vital area of importance for any trade skill is the use of approved materials to Building Regulation standard. Not only does the working with quality grade materials impact on the quality level of appearance, long term durability, and health and safety but there are legal requirements, as set out by various regulatory bodies.Candidates undertaking […]
An invention that temporarily stops burst water pipes from leaking could soon be on the market, which means workers taking plumbing courses will need to know how to remove it safely. The Kibosh, which was the brainwave of Walkerburn plumber Ross Dickinson, could be in the shops as early as March, according to the Southern […]
A new report has suggested there may be more job opportunities for electrical course students in the south of England than in the north. The study carried out by ConstructionSkills predicted the construction industry in the east, south-east and Greater London will see annual growth of 2.4, 2.2 and 1.8 per cent respectively on average […]
Interest in plumbing courses could be boosted by the introduction of new regulations from Brussels. While many tradesmen will attend such training to improve their skills, they can also keep their knowledge of legislation in the sector up to date by signing up for this type of qualification. H&V News reporter Dennis Flower described how […]
The replacement by City & Guilds of the NVQ qualification with the new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) as the new Government framework for recognising achievement through the award of credit for units and qualifications are finally beginning to be phased in, after a period of delay. This will not effect the qualification status of […]
Homeowners keen to make improvements to their bathrooms may need to bring in a technician who has completed plumbing courses. Writing for AboutMyArea, a representative from Legendary Builders stressed the importance of careful planning when carrying out such projects. One of the areas that he picked out as important to focus on is the plumbing, […]
Interest in electrical courses could be set for growth as a result of a safety awareness campaign launched by the Department of Work and Pensions this week. The inaugural Electrical Fire Safety Week started on Monday (January 24th) and will run until January 30th, with the organisers hoping to highlight to homeowners the threat of […]
Able Skills will launch the City & Guilds 2357 NVQ Diploma this April 18th for those looking to access the electrical installation industry.The new C&G 2357-13 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment has been introduced following the expiry of the C&G 2330 and will be the only recognised route into the […]
