One essential factor that comes to mind when considering a new course, is selecting one that rewards you with a qualification that is recognised within the industry upon completion. There is nothing worse than spending time investing in your future for the certification given to not hold any weight within the real world. Able Skills are proud to host an exclusive City & Guilds accredited centre, providing the home to numerous City & Guilds accredited courses which really give aspiring tradesmen the advantage they need to secure work.
Some centres who offer training for your new career may not always be City & Guilds accredited and in such case, you may find yourself enrolling onto courses that are not recognised within the industry. This leaves yourself to ask ‘is it worth it?’. You may find yourself struggling to kick start your career within construction as many places of work are not interested in those who do not City & Guilds qualifications, or even those who haven’t trained at a City & Guilds accredited Centre at all.
City & Guilds have recently secured their place in the the UK’s top 100 brands awarded to them by Superbrands and even named as the number one company operating within the ‘Education, Training and Development’ category. Such prestigious achievements are a true reflection of their 130 year operation in assisting individual growth, nurturing talent and shaping the skills of students to help them stand out.
Other brands placed into the same category and City & Guilds include fellow global players such as Apple, Barclaycard, JCB, Microsoft and British Airways. The award came about after Superbrands’ annual survey which identifies the UK’s strongest B2B brands. The finalists are assessed on the key areas which are quality, reliability and distinction.
Here’s what David Phillips the Director of Marketing at City & Guilds, had to say: “The City & Guilds brand has always been synonymous with delivering high quality professional and technical education that helps people get into a job, progress on the job and move onto the next job."
“To be in in the top 100 ranking in the Business Superbrands list alongside so many other well-regarded brands is a real honour. We’re especially delighted to be named as the top brand in our field'.
A City & Guilds qualification really does go a long way as choosing such awarding body boasts worldwide recognition. That’s right, this means you’re not tied down to working within the United Kingdom, such an accredited course can take you around the world. Work abroad and see the world? What more could you ask more?
Being a City & Guilds accredited centre ourselves, we offer a huge selection of courses to choose from. To see the difference in facilities all you need to do is come and see for yourselves! Turn up unannounced and we’ll be sure to show you around!