qualifications

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    qualifications

    hi im new to this forum so firstly hi, ill apologise now as im guessing this question comes up loads but when researching it seems to be a grey area im looking and doing a bit of pat testing for a few DJ mates of mine and im nvq level 3 and am2 qualified but do i still need to do a pat testing...
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    2394-2395 Course EAL Level 3

    I'm about to do the 2394 C&G but the place is asking if i want to do the EAL level 3 instead, Is it the same and is it sort after by company's looking to employ ? I have also been told that the 2394 is for new buildings only ?? Do i have to have both 2394-2395 (it used to be 2391 or this is...
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    What qualifications do you have and where are you now?

    Hi, I wanted to know what electrical qualifications people have, the courses they did and what part of the industry they went into. With no clear one way to get into the industry, I wanted to really know if I am taking the right path and the route others took. I am coming from an IT...
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    Pat testing qualifications

    Hi quick question what is the best Pat testing qualification that I should go for EAL level 3/City & Guilds level 3 or will some other random course do I am already a Napit member and they say that they only recognise EAL level 3/City & Guilds level 3 but do I need to register with them for pat...
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    New Zealand What qualifications?

    Hi all, I passed my City and Guilds over 30 years ago now, I obtained by 'A' and 'B' certificate and worked for about 7 years, mainly on construction sites. I changed my career and after 30 years and ended up as an Electrician I have now retired from my previous employment. I went back to...
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    What is the correct qualifications?

    Hi All, I'm new to the site, so hello all. I've only managed to find old postings to my questions so i'm hoping someone can help. I'm looking to move into property development, and its making me wish more and more that i had studied a trade at college. Im know looking at doing a course at...
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    List of countries that accept UK qualifications

    And if a country doesn't is there a work around to be accepted in that country to work. Thanks
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    Doing work without a qualification

    Hi all. I'm an experienced electrician that can pretty much wire a house etc. The down fall is I do not have any qualifications. In today's world people say it is experience over qualification. I'm self employed but in the computer world as in I repair hardware. I hate it and wish to go back...
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    • country doing electrical work experienced qualification qualifications small without work
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    • Forum: Business Related
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    Validity of old qualifications

    Hi everyone, Despite having read the forum posts for months now this is my first post so apologies if its an old question or posted in the wrong place. Anyway I qualified as an in 1980 having done some HTEC certificates as part of a 4 year apprenticeship. However, rather than stay on with my...
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    Qualifications

    Hi all, I have some questions and hope you can give me the answers. A few years ago I completed the City and Guilds 2360 followed by the 17th edition regulations update course. Since then I have been a handyman for a local company but I am now wanting to do some electrical work. So my questions...
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    No industry experience...will these qualifications help me??

    Got a budget of £ a few thousand and 31 years old with no previous training or experience in electrics aside from basic personal domestic stuff and general knowledge but would like to have a trade and am willing to study and PAY to gain it. There seems to be no clear route to becoming a...
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    Qualifications

    Hi could someone tell me what qualifications i would need to do domestic wiring and be able to sign off my own work. Thanks Matt
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    qualifications and experience snobs

    Guys to those of you who get your kicks from kicking those with less experience and qualifications than you a very simple message! Grow up its so boring Either be helpful or choose not to comment but stop kicking other people!!! I'm sure your not that brilliant yourselves. It really is...
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    Qualifications required to build lamps

    Hello, I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction regarding qualifications I would need to safely build and sell table lamps. The information I have managed to find on google seems to refer mainly to domestic 'P' type qualifications and CE certification for manufactured...
    • lamp
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    • build lamp lamps lighting lights qualifications required
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    pat testing qualifications

    Hi members, I have a city and guilds 2330 level three but have been asked to do some pat testing. Will I be covered to do so with the 2330? Thanks in advance
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    confused over ecs card..

    Hi all my situation is an awkward one and I need clarification please. I am an installation/service/integrated electronic security/door access multi-skilled technician - wow a mouthful! I have been in this industry 27 years - I have 236 pt 1 and 2 I have c+g 185 pt 1 2 3 intruder alarms and 16th...
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    Which qualifications to further career

    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...
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    Downlight above a shower head

    Having some downlights installed in my shower, they are ip65 and I was wondering is it ok to have a downlight 280mm above the showerhead? May seem like a stupid question but just want to make sure. Thanks
    • Hammertim
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    • carry downlight electrician knowledge qualifications shower
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    mobile homes, static caravans and log cabins

    Hello Chaps, what qualifications are needed to carry out work on mobile homes, static caravans and log cabins? i am planning on doing my level 2 2330 in September and i am curious to know what i need in order to work on those types of structures. cheers Sam
    • not_today
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    • electricians vans homes knowledge mobile qualifications static van vehicle
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Qualifications Help

    I need some help understanding where i stand with my qualifications. I just about got my certs then traveled for a long while so didn't need them. I've been working in the UK for a year or two and my boss has asked me to get the 17th Edition update. Can I do a 1 day update, or do I need a week...
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