Why Gas Engineers train with us!

Why Gas Engineers train with us!

This year is the year to make a change! Take the time to put the hard work in and switch to a career as a Gas Engineer and there is no better place to learn this trade than here at Able Skills. We have been teaching and producing professionals via our gas courses for over 10+ years, we know what it takes to go from a novice level to expert working out in the industry! Ready to begin training? Then your best option is our New Entrant Gas Training Package 2 as this package includes all elements needed to begin working the trade. - We have spaces available on this course starting in April & June this year! 

People choose to study to become Gas Engineers with us because we provide great facilities, unlimited tools, materials and top quality instructors who have years of experience developed from both teaching and working out in the industry on a daily basis. While studying with us you need to remember that your instructor is an encyclopedia of knowledge on the topic, ask questions and seek advice as they have been in every situation that you will find yourself in later in life whilst working the trade!

What will I learn?

The package begins with a 7-week training program that will start with the basics and move on to more advanced aspects of the trade, you will learn the skills that are required for you to eventually be in a position to register with Gas Safe. This package of learning is devised to take you step by step through the various training in the essential skills required to become a safe and competent Gas Engineer...

This 7 week package of learning will include:

• Training on aspects of health and safety relevant within the gas industry, including asbestos awareness
• Training to work safely around electrical systems
• Training in the use of copper and low carbon steel so that your pipe skills are established at an acceptable standard.
• Training on heating controls, Airing cupboard and radiator installation practices
• Training in all areas of domestic gas safety

After the 7-week program you will next have to complete a portfolio of work as evidence of your new found ability in the skill of Gas, you will need to complete the portfolio on-site meaning that you will need to be in employment working along side a registered Gas Engineer (Gas Safe Registered). If you cannot find a placement on your own for the Bpec Foundation Portfolio completion and with their assistance, you will undertake a variety of gas work on a variety of appliances to meet the requirements of the portfolio to move you on to your formal gas assessments (ACS). You will receive guidance throughout on how the portfolio evidence should be recorded.

How do I become Gas Safe Registered?

An ACS will need to be completed before you are eligible for Gas Safe registration and this is a requirement for all operatives involved in the installation, maintenance and servicing of domestic gas appliances and pipe-work installations. Also, every Gas Safe registered business renews their registration on an annual basis and updates their qualifications every 5 years, meaning you will need to refresh your memory on gas safety every 5-years! You can apply online via the Gas Safe Register website, see here - gassaferegister.co.uk

Need to know more?

Need more insight into our training centre and how our gas courses work then feel free to pick up the phone and give us a call on 01322 280 202 - We are happy to help in any way that we can, from answering questions to helping with enrollment we will do our best to provide you with the information you need to begin on the path towards becoming a professional! We have been teaching trades for a long time, over 10+ years so don't be afraid to seek our guidance. You can even come and speak to us in person about our gas courses any day of the week, including weekends, we are open between the hours of 8:30 - 16:30!

If you live a fair distance from from us here in Dartford, Kent then it's not an issue, we have accommodation available to our students for just £20 per night. - However, make sure to contact us well ahead of your course start date as spaces are limited! 

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