FAQs

1. Can anyone apply for a Train4TradeSkills course, or do I need some kind of formal qualification?

The great thing about our courses is that they are open to literally anyone, regardless of previous qualifications. We are very careful to make sure that you enrol for a course that suits your talents and your abilities. We thoroughly assess your ability before completing your enrolment papers, to make absolutely sure you’re happy with your choice of course and will enjoy working through the coursework.

2. Is there a time limit within which I must complete my studies?

No, you can work at your own pace and in your own time. However, some of the examination and accreditation bodies we work with only hold exams at certain times of the year, so you may find you want to plan around exam dates, so that you can be out there earning the rewards of your studies sooner rather than later.

3. Where does the practical training take place?

The practical training takes place in specialist centres that are staffed by qualified, experienced ‘time served’ plumbers and electricians. Both the premises and staff are to the highest standards and as such are approved by the country’s leading assessment bodies; BPEC, City & Guilds,
the CITB & Gas Safe.

4. Why do I need a qualification or skill?

There’s increasing pressure from the government and from companies looking for qualified employees. In the future, the present government plans to restrict benefits to those who haven’t sought vocational skills and the prime minister has said that the future for British business will rely on a skilled workforce. So now is the time to join the skills race.

5. Do I have to pay upfront, or can I make stage payments for my course?

You are very welcome to pay for your course in one lump sum, or in stage payments. For those who prefer, all of our courses can be paid for using interest-free finance from a recognised, FIS approved lending source. A fully trained course advisor will advise you on your options.

6. Will I get a qualification at the end of my Train4TradeSkills course?

All of our courses work towards industry recognised qualifications and will lead to examinations and certification from the world’s leading accreditation bodies.

7. What are my job prospects?

Plumber
For years, British youngsters have been failing to complete plumbing apprenticeships. They’ve been reluctant to work alongside a jobbing plumber for a pittance, the drop out rate was high, motivation was low. For older plumbing trainees, wanting to switch careers, but tied by personal commitments and the need to earn a living, it was even harder, in fact, impossible for most.

An influx of Polish and other Eastern European plumbers temporarily `plugged’ the skills gap and provided Britain with much needed plumbers. But now they are returning home in their tens of thousands as their economies strengthen. Result? More work than the qualified plumbers out there can possibly cope with and far more work opportunities to come!

Electrician
The media have repeatedly exposed the need for more and more qualified trades people as for decades, fewer and fewer youngsters `took up the tools’. In recent years, they’ve wasted no time in telling us how we’ve let eastern European’s take `our’ jobs.

Well now they’re going home, we’ve nothing to complain about, other than it’s going to be even harder to find a good electrician when you need one. Coupled with the introduction of this brand new course from the industry’s leading trade skills trainer, Train4TradeSkills, there’s never been a better time to study to become a qualified electrical engineer and installer.