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I'm nearly 21, did a 3 day induction before I left school at my local construction college, loved it. Left school at 16, got pretty crappy grades, and so it all went to pot and I didn't return to college.
Only recently have I decided, yet again, that I really want to peruse this...
Hi I was after abit of advice on courses to further my career and meet the criteria on job searches. Im currently self employed with no work on and agencies want 2391 or equivalent. I've looked into 2394-2395 and no these are a must. Is there any courses in panel wiring, conveyer belt systems or...
Hi folks,
First time on here. I'm an Electrician with a few years offshore experience. I'm looking to still work offshore but was wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a career change?
I'm willing to take a pay cut and start at the bottom of the ladder. I know it is very vague but I'm open...
I have been applying to companies for 2 years now, I have my Electrical Installation 2330, 17th Edition, and currently taking my 2394 and 2395 Testing and Inspection. I have no experience because I can't get a Job as an electrician due to no experience, how do I get into the Electrical Trade...
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I'm currently doing a new career skills course and am really enjoying it , but I'm looking to network with other students doing the same course to chat to and potentially try and do my practical's with , I feel if you already know someone there it may make it less stressful during the...
Hi all, I am a 28 yr old who has decided a career change. I currently work as a software technician/support tech in an office. I am fed up of been sat at my desk listening and making calls when my interest is being an electrician.
The advice I would like is on the following.
am I too old to...
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Hi everyone, I have been thinking about trying to further my career, I have been thinking about training as an electrical engineer, would anyone know what would be the best way to go about it. I have looked on the net but there seems to be a lot of sites but not much information. I have spoken...
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This isn't something ive thought about overnight. (Ive seen the i want to be a sparky in 6 months after a dream last night threads). Its been a long whirled thing so ill give some brief background...
Im 19/20 and wanting to become an Electrician (Installation). The hindrance is my...
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Hi all, just wondering what everyones thoughts are on the best course for someone with no experience to take that would give me a chance to get into the industry ? I was thinking of going on a pre-apprenticeship course in college but I was hoping there was a course that would give me the...
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I am 43 and currently work in the motor trade. I have done this since leaving school and have gained much experience of many aspects of the trade. I am an MoT tester and am also qualified to ATA Master Technician level and as such, most if not all of the work I do is of an...
hello lads just wanted to get some advice on becoming an electrician .
i have no experience/qualifications to do with electrics apart from helping my father out when i was younger who has been an electrician for over 30 years.
im 28 years old this year and ive putting off training in this...
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I am looking for as much info as i can about becoming an electrcician as i am looking for a career change. i worked in a school as an unqualified teacher and after 2 years i have found out that it does not suit me. call me old fashioned but when a kid tells you to f off...
I think I am in the right section for this type of question, so here goes.......I have my C&G 2351, C&G 17th Ed. Update (forgotten the exact C&G number at the moment), and my AM2.
The problem is I need to get my NVQIII to be able to apply for proper accredited Electrician grading with the...
Hi Everyone
Im new to this forum and have joined because I was after some help and information firstly.
Im not happy in my current job and strive for a career I can be happy and proud with. For a while I have thought about becoming a electrician. I am 27 now and what like to know at my age...
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