Plumber? You are needed on-site!
Already working as a plumber? There is huge opportunity for plumbers who hold an NVQ at the moment. The industry is facing a skills shortage on construction sites that is resulting in higher pay for qualified plumbers. Self-employed plumbers actually became the top earners when compared to other trade and there is no only opportunities for domestic plumbers out there but on-site workers are also certainly in high demand. - Today we will be looking a why there is a lack of skilled workers in this trade and how to achieve an NVQ so you can take advantage of the low amount of qualified tradesmen and women. Plus which of our plumbing courses is best for somebody starting out...
Plumbing courses at Able Skills.
Why Is There Such A Shortage In Plumbers?
Well, it's a generational problem. The majority of workers in this industry are approaching retirement age and as these workers get older there are less and less young people taking up the trade resulting in a gap. Young people of today have a different perception of what this kind of work is all about and do not see great opportunity within skills like plumbing. Years ago, boys and girls were introduced to the trades industry and trained for apprenticeship opportunities through their schools and so on. Today the focus is on other things and therefore the whole trades industry as a whole is feeling the effects of less people being interested in skill like this.
This doesn't mean to say that this opinion is correct. In actuality the trade industry is booming in terms of the huge amount of opportunity, developments, demand and so on. People can earn fantastic money taking up a skill such as plumbing. In fact, the average weekly pay for plumbers right now is just under £1,400. Despite misconceptions of being somewhat beneath other professions from a young persons point of view, a job in plumbing is a viable and important career path. Plumbers have never been in such high demand!
How do I achieve an NVQ?
NVQ Level 2 Plumbing Assessments are perfect if you are already a plumber and considering gaining an NVQ then know that we can help you with this process. We have plumbing assessors in place that can make the 2-visits needed at your place of work. They will judge your level of competence carrying out plumbing tasks and will provide guidance on how to properly complete your portfolio. This isn’t a training course; it is an assessment process which takes place wherever you are undertaking plumbing work, meaning you will have to currently be in employment or be self-employed to be assessed.
Want to become a plumber?
Want to learn to become a plumber from scratch? Well we have the perfect course for you, our City & Guilds Level 2 Plumbing Course is the course for somebody with a small amount of experience looking to kick-start a whole new career! Taught by our experts instructions you can go from novice to working the trade is just 6-weeks!
Over the 6-weeks you will learn a broad range of topics such as; electrical principles and processes, common plumbing processes, cold water systems, domestic hot water systems, sanitation, central heating systems and drainage systems and gain the knowledge and ability you need to start work upon completion...You are assessed for the qualification by undertaking both practical assignments and on-line exams here at Able Skills. You will find it hard to find a better alternative to this course, taught by our talented instructors who know everything there is to know about plumbing this course is the one-stop for a switch of careers!
Contact us:
To gain more information about our range of Plumbing courses give us a call on 01322 280 202. If you would prefer to speak to a member of staff in person about our range of City & Guilds plumbing courses then know that you are welcome to pay us a visit, our office here in Dartford, Kent is open 7-days a week between the hours of 8:30 - 16:30! Over the phone an in person we can discuss your options and help guide you towards the best course for achieving your personal career goals.
Live a considerable distance from our centre? If you live a fair distance from our centre you may have been thinking about securing accommodation. Know that we offer our own accommodation for out students set at the reasonable price of just £20 per night! - If you are interested make sure to contact us ahead of your courses starting date as spaces are limited!
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