30 years old, career change. Want to retrain as an electrician!

[old dog]

Adult Learning Grant : Directgov - Education and learning
hi this may help

 

[ANGELASKILLS]

As the Centre Manager of a Private Training Provider, i would ask that we don't all get tarred with the same brush. I appreciate that there are some 'dodgy' training outfits out there, all 'home study' and for lots of money etc etc. But there are some great training providers around who offer exactly what the Colleges offer only quicker and at a price. If you have all the time in the world then i think College is a great option but if you're in a bit more of a rush to move into the industry and you have the finances available, Private Providers (the right ones) are where you should be. Very few Private Providers offer the full package: 2330 at levels 2 and 3, 2382, 2391 and 2356 (NVQ Level 3). We are one of the 'good guys' who can progress you through the entire process and provide support all of the way. We can also provide the Domestic (Part P) courses if you want to dip your toes in before committing to something bigger. If you can get on a College course then great but if not, there are other options available......... Go visit a Private Provider and see what's available long term.

 

[HODGE]

The more I read, the more confused I become as to which route to take!

ANGELASKILLS, which part of the country is your centre?

 

[ANGELASKILLS]

Hi

We are based in Dartford in Kent.
It is confusing out there but you need to start by deciding whether you want to eventually become a fully qualified Electrician or whether you want to become a Domestic Installer.

Domestic Installer quals can be achieved in a relativley short period of time and if you pick the right centre, shouldn't cost you too much money. Minimum requirements can be achieved with us in 10 days @ £1100 but there are add ons required later down the line to increase competence and understanding.
Electricians quals require longer time, dedication and money althogh we offer payment plans, flexible training options, weekends etc.

My advice would be to check out Able Skills even if it's to get some good honest guidance!

 

[Mac]

Hi

We are based in Dartford in Kent.
It is confusing out there but you need to start by deciding whether you want to eventually become a fully qualified Electrician or whether you want to become a Domestic Installer.

Domestic Installer quals can be achieved in a relativley short period of time and if you pick the right centre, shouldn't cost you too much money. Minimum requirements can be achieved with us in 10 days @ £1100 but there are add ons required later down the line to increase competence and understanding.
Electricians quals require longer time, dedication and money althogh we offer payment plans, flexible training options, weekends etc.

My advice would be to check out Able Skills even if it's to get some good honest guidance!

Hi,i did an apprenticeship 25 years ago.I did 4 1/2 years and gained my 236-1 and 236-2 in 1985 and 1987 respectively.Left the industry after this and did other things.Got back into the industry last September and did my 17th edition in January and passed.Have been on incapacity benefit for last 2 years and am working for an electrician voluntarily to catch up with a lot of stuff i've forgot.Want to go back to and do my 2392 or 2391 inspection and testing to gain employment.What kind of payment schemes do you offer.

Regards

Paul

Adult Learning Grant : Directgov - Education and learning
hi this may help

 

[ANGELASKILLS]

Hi

As 2391 is sat only on specific dates throughout the year, we run our courses close to the exam dates. We are currently full until 13th July. A 2391 with us is £550.00 inc vat. A £200 deposit will secure a booking and the balance can be paid on the start date of the course.

Angela

 

[bulliespark]

im live in north devon .
my local college is north devon college in barnstaple.
i have had no trouble getting my courses funded whatsoever.
i did'nt realise it was a different case around the country .

 

[bodge64]

me neither but i think i'll give that adult learning grant a go and if i get it backdated i could pay for the AM2.

 

[old dog]

2391 lambeth college £190 now that is cheap. kingston college £350
all tech colleges between £190 and £400
private training normally way above that
i dont like private training they have a well earned bad name
however £550 could be the best of a bad bunch
find out what price for a resit or is it included in price

 

[ron55]

Hi

I did the 17th, PAT, 2392, 2391, EAL and a few others in 2 weeks at Technique Training in Chesterfield. I thought they were good - however, and it's a big however, I am 51 and have a lot of experience. The courses are normally 4 or 6 weeks. I last worked as a spark in 1982 although I have done quite a few big jobs in between when I have needed to. I did the courses to bring myself up to date and get involved in inspection and testing.

The point here is that I think that without experience then all the course would teach you is to install and test. Fault finding - you wouldn't stand a chance and please don't take that as an insult. The intensive courses teach you to pass exams.

Cheers, Ron