Training I no nought! and want advice about the fast track courses please.

penelope54 · May 31, 2015

Hi there,

This is kinda scary writing this but here goes!!
The fast Track Training i.e 3-4week electrical courses which say you can become qualified are they any good? Im not looking to do this full-time, just for my own home and family (long story why!!)
Ive done short courses in the past, completely different trade, but been very happy with my result and qualification. I ask your advice because I work full -time and have kids, so this training process suits me!

many thanks for your time.

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Pete999 · May 31, 2015

I can't really say what I personally think of these short courses

Lazlo · May 31, 2015

If it's a 4 week course then I'd be wary, stick to the 5 week versions, that last week is where you learn what took the rest of us 6 years.........

Darkwood · May 31, 2015

They are not liked anywhere but if purely for you own home it would put you one stead up from DIY and learn you the risks etc but dont fall for all the claims .... 3-4yrs is the usual way so consider that when you wonder why and how they can do it in 3-4 weeks - exactly what are you paying all that money for?

If you do go this route - you will struggle to get a job with any company, you will quickly feel and tbh be out of your depth if you go it alone - invest the money in an Electrician to do the work instead.