Handyman Courses Related News
Insulate your home , owners urged »
Handymen and tradesmen could find a boost in insulation installation work following a recommendation by the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC).
Insulation improves a home without breaking the bank »
By Brian de Selby
Homeowners trying to make savings on their energy bills should consider hiring a qualified tradesman to install loft insulation, according to the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC).
Tradesmen to the rescue at local playgroup »
By Susie Cho
A playgroup in Bicester that was facing closure has been rescued after a tradesman, a qualified plumber and others stepped in to help.
Distance Learning Trade News
300,000 complete Level 2 NVQs in 2007/08
More than 300,000 people have improved their employment prospects with vocational qualifications in the last academic year, figures show.
Official statistics released at the end of last month indicated that a total of 320,600 adults achieved a full Level 2 NVQ qualification.
This is an increase of more than a third (36.5 per cent) compared to the 2006/07 academic year, which will likely provide a boost to the plumbing and electrician professions, among others.
Skills minister Lord Anthony Young said: "Behind these figures are real people with brighter futures, better skills, improved self-confidence and, for a significant number, a pay rise or promotion.
"We need to make sure that we continue to help people access the skills and training they need to get into and get on at work, especially in tougher times."
The publication of the figures from the National Office of Statistics follows the launch of a new white paper from the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills intended to increase opportunities for learning for pleasure.
