Complete Professional Electricians Qualifications for JIB Gold Card

Welcome to Able Skills JIB Gold Card Training - Become a Fully Qualified Electrician with Able Skills

Qualification News

The current C&G Electrotechnical qualifications: 2330 levels 2 and 3 are to be replaced by C&G 2365 level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures)and C&G 2365 level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) from September 2012.

This is excellent news for both colleges and private providers alike as the introduction of these new Electrical qualifications will mean that adult learners will still have a viable option for entry into the electrical industry without having the immediate pressure of achieving NVQ units which the current C&G 2357 places on them.

The courses are intended for those that want to gain practical skills and knowledge in order to gain entry into the electrical industry as an Electrician. They are also suitable for those wanting to update their knowledge and skills for progression within the industry.

Progression can be to the 2357-13 or 2357-23 Diplomas. These are the new sector diplomas that require the candidates to be working as electricians so that work based assessments can be undertaken (similar to the current C&G 2356 – NVQ)

JIB Gold Card Training - Next start date: 08^th October 2012

If you are considering a career in the Electrical industry, there is a requirement for you to achieve certain qualifications in order to be able to call yourself a FULLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN and to achieve JIB gold card status http://www.jib.org.uk/gdappelec.htm

This package of courses is based around the completion of both level 2 and 3 C&G 2365 Diploma in Electrical Installations and the C&G 2357 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Technology.

There are progressive qualifications which you will need to achieve to qualify for JIB Gold Card status:

1. City & Guilds 2365-02: Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures))
2. City & Guilds 2365-03: Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures))
3. City & Guilds 2382-12: Level 3 Certificate in the Requirements for Electrical Installations
4. City & Guilds 2394-01: Level 3 Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations
5. City & Guilds 2395-01: Level 3 Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations
6. AM 2 (Achievement Measurement 2)
7. City & Guilds 2357-13: Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Technology

And there are other qualifications included in this package which will benefit your progression within the Electrical industry:

To register for Part P and self-certificate installations undertaken in a domestic dwelling, a Building Regulations qualification is required so therefore we are providing within this package, the C&G 2393 and to undertake PAT Testing, City & Guilds 2377 is essential so that is also included for you:

1. City & Guilds 2393: Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings level 3 (For Part P)
2. City & Guilds 2377: Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment level 3

Able Skills is all about progression and we continually encourage and support our students in their quest to be the best that they can be within their chosen trade.

As you can see from the list displayed, there are a number of electrical qualifications which can be achieved, each providing you with skills in a particular electrical area and each supporting the other in progressing you to being a fully qualified Electrician.

Why Able Skills?

Able Skills has been continually expanding since we started providing electrical training in 2003. We have developed our Electrical Centre’s to such a standard that they can match, and in many cases better, most FE Colleges or other providers in the UK.

The Electrical Centre’s have been devised to ensure that there is optimum space for every candidate in attendance and that every piece of training and assessment is completed at the correct time and without delay.

Every candidate is allocated tools for their use during the training; all other materials are provided at no extra cost including all 17th edition test equipment. Demonstrations can be arranged (upon request) by leading Electrical Test Equipment manufacturers and visits from Electrical wholesalers and Electrical equipment manufacturers are also available.

Our spacious, air conditioned classrooms are equipped with plasma screens in order to display up to date information during theory sessions and there are display boards, training aids and reference books to support your learning.

Our Electrical Centre’s have been designed to cater for all aspects of Electrical installations, whether it is domestic, industrial or commercial work which you are receiving training for.

We have spacious work bays to allow you to simulate piece by piece a full electrical installation on a domestic/commercial/industrial basis. We will cover everything from basic lighting circuits to alarm circuits to 3 phase installations including the inspection and test process for each situation.

We have an excellent reputation within the training industry and have some of the best staff available who will dedicate their time to ensuring that you are given every opportunity to complete these Electrical qualifications.

All 6 of our Electrical staff are fully qualified in their trade as well as being Assessors and Internal Verifiers. In addition, we have a technician on hand who ensures that all materials, tools etc are fully stocked and readily available for use.

Our facilities are such that we can take you from an Electrical novice to a FULLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN, providing support and guidance throughout your Electrical journey.

Able Skills is open 7 days every week and we welcome visitors at all times. Please feel free to come along to view our facilities, have an informal chat with any one of our instructors and meet existing students. We feel that this is an excellent introduction for anyone looking to invest in training and this option will help you decide if Able Skills is where you want to train.

JIB Gold Card Training Package at Able Skills includes: C&G 2365 Level 2 & 3 with C&G 2382-2377-2393-2394-2395-AM2-C&G 2357 NVQ Site Visits

Training for JIB Gold Card

Welcome to Able Skills JIB Gold Card Training - Become a Fully Qualified Electrician with Able Skills

Next start date: 08^th October 2012

Able Skills has worked out a training format which progressively takes you towards becoming a qualified Electrician.

Electrical Course 1 - City & Guilds 2365 Level 2 - 7 Weeks

The entry level for the Electrical industry is C&G 2365 Level 2 so we start with this course which is scheduled for 7 consecutive weeks.

This is anyone's starting point to gaining access to the electrical installation industry and will cover underpinning knowledge necessary for the industry.

The course is split between:

• Workshop practice, to develop the relevant skills to become a competent electrician.
• Electrical principles and installation theory to support the practical skills.

There are 5 units within this level 2 Electrical qualification:

201 - Health and safety in building services engineering

Assessed by multiple choice on-line exam and a practical assessment

202 - Principles of Electrical Science

Assessed by multiple choice on-line exam

203 - Electrical Installations Technology

Assessed by multiple choice on-line exam (open book (IET On-Site Guide))

204 - Installation of wiring systems and enclosures

Assessed by 1 written assignment and 2 practical assessments

210 - Understand how to communicate with others within building services engineering

Assessed by multiple choice on-line exam

We will provide a reference book to match the course structure for you to retain and refer to but we also recommend you have a scientific calculator and a copy of the IEE On-Site Guide.

This is a formal trade qualification and is required in order for candidates to progress further in their electrical training/career. It can also be used for people who are looking to retrain and enter the electrical industry.

Electrical Course 2 - City & Guilds 2382 - 3 Days

The aim of this 3 day electrical training course is to gain familiarity with the layout, content and application of the BS 7671: June 2008 (2011). This course is entirely classroom based, it introduces the regulations and covers their application through explanation and worked examples.

The purposes, structure and content of the IEE On-Site Guide will also be covered and delegates will appreciate how to use this in support of the BS 7671.

Throughout the electrical course delegates will be prepared to sit the City and Guild 2382 multiple choice examination leading to the award of the Level 3 Certificate in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671: June 2008 (2011), for successful candidates.

This 3 day course is entirely classroom based and the time will be spent covering the eight units making up the course relating to Parts 1-7 and the Appendices of BS 7671:2008:

• Scope, object and fundamental principles
• Definitions
• Assessment of general characteristics
• Protection for safety
• Selection and erection of equipment
• Inspection and testing
• Special installations or locations
• Appendices

We will explore in detail how to use BS 7671: June 2008 (2011). and IEE On-Site Guide, we will go over preparation for City & Guilds 2382 examination which is: 2-hour multiple-choice examination. The exam is 'open book', meaning during the two hour exam you will be able to refer to the 17th edition book which you will need to purchase prior to course attendance.

Electrical Course 3 - City & Guilds 2377 - 2 Days

This two day practical and theory based course will cover everything necessary to successfully achieve the City and Guilds certification: 2377-22.

We will take you through the practical disciplines and formal recording processes, as well as preparing you for the online City and Guilds 2377-22 exam.

Course Content

• Electrical Safety
• Regulations role and responsibilities
• Insulation and earthing
• Classification of appliances
• Preliminary Inspection, test precautions
• Using a Portable Appliance Tester
• Essential tests
• Optional tests
• Labeling tests
• Reporting and recording results
• Implementing a test programme
• Practical Assessment

This is an intensive 2 days of training with a 30 question multiple choice open book exam on the second day and we recommend that prior to attending this course, you purchase a copy of the IEE Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment to study and familiarise yourself with.

Electrical Course 4 - City & Guilds 2393 - 1 Day

This 1 day course is available to qualified Electricians who also undertake electrical work within domestic dwellings. Within this qualification you will gain under pinning knowledge of the building regulations and with your existing electrical qualification, will be able to register onto a Part P competent persons scheme.

The primary aim of this knowledge based level 3 qualification is to enable qualified and practicing electricians, operating in the domestic environment, to gain an understanding of how electrical installations must comply to all relevant building regulations.

This course does not cover how to meet the technical requirements when carrying out domestic electrical work, it is purely a qualification which declares a competent understanding of the applicable building regulations in connection with the electrical work being carried out.

Any Electrician undertaking work within a domestic dwelling needs to understand the way that Building Control works and the procedures that need to be followed.

This is a 1 day training course with a 20 question multiple choice open book exam: Electricians Guide to the Building Regulations (Part P, 2nd Edition) (IET Publication)

Electrical Course 5 - City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 - 7 Weeks

This 7 week course is split between practical and theory training and this is the natural progression for anyone who has completed C&G 2365

There are 5 units within this level 3 Electrical qualification:

301 - Fundamental Principles and Requirements Of Environmental Technology Systems

Assessed by multiple choice on-line exam

302 - Principles of Electrical Science

Assessed by written exam

303 - Fault Diagnosis and Rectification

Assessed by written assignments and a practical assessment

304 - Installation of wiring systems and enclosures

Assessed by written assignment and practical assessments

305 - Electrical Installation Design

Assessed using a design project and written paper

Electrical Course 6 - City & Guilds 2394/5 Combined - 6 Days

C&G 2394-01: Level 3 Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations and C&G 2395-01: Level 3 Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations.

This is a very intense 6 days of training. Completion of C&G 2330 level 3 will help you a great deal to undertake this Inspection & Testing qualification but we do recommend that you try and gain yourself a fair bit of practical experience before embarking on this 6 day course. During the 6 days we will aim to prepare you for what is possibly the toughest test of your knowledge.

This six day training course covers the requirements of BS 7671 for inspection, testing and certification and is designed to prepare candidates for both the written and practical examinations.

Candidates gain the skills and knowledge necessary to actually perform the inspection and testing procedures and are able to practice on purpose-built training rigs which simulate electrical installations.

C&G 2394/2395 Electrical Course Content

• Safe isolation of electrical circuits and installations
• Requirements for initial verification of electrical installations
• Requirements for completing the inspection of electrical installations prior to their being placed into service
• Requirements for the safe testing and commissioning of electrical installations
• Requirements for testing before circuits are energised
• Requirements for testing energised installations
• Requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates and associated documentation
• Safety of systems and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning
• Inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
• Commissioning electrotechnical systems and equipment
• Requirements for inspecting, testing and recording the condition of electrical installations
• Requirements for completing the periodic inspection of electrical installations
• The differences between periodic inspection and initial verification
• Requirements for the safe testing of electrical installations which have been placed in service
• Understand and interpret test results
• Requirements for the completion of electrical installation condition reports and associated documentation
• How to confirm safety of system and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning
• How to carry out inspection of electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
• How to test electrical installations prior to them being placed into service
• How to produce a condition report with recording observations and classifications

The exam dates for these qualifications are set by City & Guilds and we aim to provide this training to you as close to the exam date as is possible. During this training course you will complete an On-line multiple choice exam and following the course, you will undertake 2 written exams on a pre-designated date (1.5 hours and closed book) and these exams are externally marked. We recommend Guidance Note 3 as the reading material to accompany this course

Able Skills will be notified of your results (pass or fail) within 42 working days and if you are successful with one or both exams, we will arrange for you to return to Able Skills to undertake the second aspect of the awards which are practical assessments.

Subject to availability of our Assessors and if preferred by the candidate, we can arrange for the practical aspect of these qualifications to be completed before the written results are determined however, the full certificates for these qualifications cannot be awarded until all aspects of the awards have been completed successfully.
These qualifications will not provide unit accreditation if you are successful in only one exam/assessment.

Electrical Course 7 - City & Guilds 2357 NVQ - Time will vary

To achieve JIB Gold Card status you will also need to have AM2 as well as NVQ. The route for this will now be via the new qualification: City & Guilds 2357-13 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment

If you have successfully completed C&G 2365 at levels 2 and 3, the only aspects of the C&G 2357 that you will need to complete are:

NVQ units: On-site assessment is a requirement for the work-based portfolio of evidence, so the NVQ aspect of this package cannot be achieved without having gained on-the-job experience, undertaking commercial or industrial work either in employment or work experience with a qualified electrical installer.

Able Skills will provide you with an Assessor who will fully explain the NVQ procedure, go through all documentation which can be used as Portfolio evidence, agree an assessment plan and arrange On Site Assessments.

Approximately 4 On Site visits will be required to complete this qualification but this is very much dependent upon the type of work you have available to you for the purpose of assessment and portfolio evidence.

NVQ Units:

2357-311 - Applying Health and Safety legislation and working practices (Installing and Maintaining Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment)

2357-312 - Applying environmental legislation, working practices and the principles of environmental technology systems

2357-313 - Overseeing and organising the work environment (Electrical Installation)

2357-315 - Planning, preparing and installing wiring systems and associated equipment in buildings, structures and the environment

2357-316 - Terminating and connecting conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical systems

2357-317 - Inspecting, testing, commissioning and certifying electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment

2357-318 - Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electrical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment

And

2357-399 - Electrotechnical Occupational Competence: AM2

This unit is widely known and often referred to as the AM2. This assessment underpins the assumption that you have sufficient technical expertise, knowledge, skill and maturity to meet the expectancies of employers in terms of 'Occupational Competence'.

This unit can only be assessed at an approved NET Centre which Able Skills now has so you won’t have to travel far at all.

Summary

This complete training package will provide successful candidates with 8 City & Guilds Industry recognised qualifications and Nationally recognised NET AM2. We will endeavour to make the training programme as smooth as is possible and at the same time, provide you with sound guidance on completion times.

Not all of these courses will run back to back as there would be no benefit to any individual if this were the case. We will allocate a training plan which may vary between candidates.

We will not attempt to rush you through this programme and there are no time limitations on completion - You Cannot Run Out Of Time With Able Skills although we are governed by City & Guilds registration and certification dates!

JIB Gold Card Training Package at Able Skills includes: C&G 2365 Level 2 & 3 with C&G 2382-2377-2393-2394-2395-AM2-C&G 2357 NVQ Site Visits

Deposit: £500.00

Balance: £7995.00 – See payment plan below

Duration: 7 consecutive weeks for level 2 and C&G 2393 / 1 week for C&G 2382/2377 / 7 consecutive weeks for level 3 / 6 days for C&G 2394/2395 / 3 days for AM2 / Level 3 2357 NVQ – Times will vary dependent upon candidate

Payment Plan following initial deposit:

7 payments of £356.42 for level 2 / 1 payment of £150.00 for C&G 2393 / 7 payments of £328.57 for level 3 / 1 Payment of £350.00 for C&G 2382 / 1 payment of £150.00 for C&G 2377 / 1 payment of £895.00 for C&G 2394/95 / 1 payment of £655.00 for AM2 – This will leave a payment outstanding of £1000 which can be paid once you sign up for C&G 2357 NVQ site assessments – Registration and Portfolio will be free – you will only pay for the cost of the visits

Total Payable (inc VAT): £8495.00

Cost and Duration of Complete Professional Electricians Qualifications for JIB Gold Card

Duration: 18 Weeks

• Cost: £8,495.00 Inc VAT
• £500 Deposit payable
• Please call us for our easy installment plans.

 

Additional Information

Able Skills is open 7 days every week and most courses can be completed either through the week (Mon-Fri) or at weekends (Sat-Sun) – Please call for details

A deposit will secure your start date and any balance can be paid on the start date or spread over the period of your training – Interest Free!

For all workshop based training and/or assessment we recommend suitable clothing and for your safety, protective footwear is essential.

Electrical Training courses at Able Skills Dartford Kent

by Able Skills

Andrew B

I took the 5 day introduction to electrics with Able Skills. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole week, it was very informative and taught in the simplest way possible to gain a good understanding very quickly. The course Tutor was quick to inform us “there’s no such thing as a stupid question” and was happy to answer anything and everything we threw at him! Great value for money and I would definitely recommend

Graham B

I did not need to consider other training providers, Able Skills offered exactly what I needed. I had an excellent week training with the introduction to electrics with Bryan. I learnt a lot and I am really looking forward to the VRQ next week, I feel well prepared.

David D

The web search helped me chose Able Skills to study with for my City & Guilds 2365 Level 3. It was a 7 week course and taught by Richard. I was impressed with the walk through their facility prior to booking with them. Richard did a good job in his presentation, he used his knowledge and experience to teach the course and meet with my expectations. I will be recommending them to others and would consider training with them for other courses.

Chris M

I decided to choose Able Skills for my training because when discussing the course the information given was good and the cost was competitive. My Tutor was very good, extremely informative and a credit to the College. He really helped me with understanding difficult parts of the course. I will be recommending them to others.

Tomas N

Location and length of the course were the factors important to me when choosing where to train for my 2365 Level 3. The internet had great reviews and my friends had heard of them. We had an excellent tutor, who taught the syllabus not the exam and this made a huge difference in my understanding of the subject.

Marek M

I studied my Introduction to electrics with Able Skills. It was all very new to me and being over 50 years old, could have been a struggle. My Tutor Richard explained all the ins and outs. The practice was great. I think that taking this course was the best decision  I could have made.

Edward J

I have been working in I.T. for 13 years and I have been on lots of training courses in my time. This was an excellent introduction course for a complete beginner. The facilities are excellent and our instructor Richard was first class. They had good class sizes also. I feel i gained knowledge and experience training at Able Skills to help me progress in the future.

Rodney C

Having trained with Able Skills last year for my Level 2, I decided to use them again to complete my Level 3 C&G 2330. There location was ideal for me. My instructor was Paul, he was helpful and his training was delivered well. The facility and equipment  was exactly what was needed. I always enjoyed the practical, I was getting a lot of hands on experience. My training expectations were met and I was happy to pass my exams. I would recommend to others.

James Brock

The course was taught to a very high standard and a good level of understanding was achieved. I would rate Able Skills as Excellent and would attend other courses with them.

Stephen O’Connor

As always, Richard made the course very enjoyable while imparting his vast knowledge and experience. I now have the knowledge to pass the 2391 !!! I give able Skills an overall rating of excellent!

Leslie Waite

Able Skills was recommended to me and the location was ideal. Special thanks to Bryan for his A1 tuition and Steve for his help. The overall rating for Able Skills is excellent.

Mark Brown

I found Able Skills on the internet, further to visiting the training centre, I liked what I saw. The course and tutors were good and gave me everything I needed. The course was value for money and I would recommend to others.

M Yarnall

Due to the short duration of the course, I found it quite intensive, but having the toughness of “Richard” the information was hammered home. All the electrical tutors were very helpful when asked questions and Steve was just as good when in the bays Thank you to all!

Michael Lipka

ALL staff were very personable and helpful. Very high standard of tutoring. Laura was outstanding with my initial enquiries which encouraged me to train at Able Skills. I would recommend to others.

Robert Graham

Richard is a very knowledgeable tutor and has a good way of explaining things. Overall very happy with the teaching I received which will set me up well for my future career as an electrician.

Stephen Price

Very good tuition and instruction by Richard Manell, very thorough and professional at all times. The course was value for money and met my expectations.

Amy Ferriday

I opted for Able Skills which offers a more hands on experience. I have learnt so much and I am looking forward to part P. Thank you, I will be recommending Able Skills to others.

Lee Wilkinson

I found the method of training and tutor informative, in a relaxed atmosphere with excellent emphasis on safety and working practices.  I chose able skills because there was no hard sell and I was able to visit any time before enrolling.

Mark Jolly

My instructor, Alan was excellent! Very knowledgeable. Had the right blend of humour, theory and practical. Alans instructural ability is first class. He caters for all abilities and puts the information across extremely well.

Andrew Sheppard

The tutor Steve was excellent! Very pragmatic hands on approach, very helpful!!

Slavyan Naydenov

Very good training facilities and excellent organisation of the training process. The course was value for money and I would recommend.

Robert Vermeula

I found Able Skills online and was told they were good. I found them to be helpful and friendly. The course met with my expectations and I would attend other courses provided by them.

Andrew Cox

I have been to the centre before and found them to be excellent. Good clear teaching, excellent communication.

Jack Foster

Able Skills have a good reputation and reasonably priced. I learnt a lot during my course, the tutoring was clear, precise and efficient. It is an all round good centre for training.

Ray Matthews - 2382

Steve was very helpful and thorough with questions and made the wiring regulations easier to understand. He is a good instructor. Thanks!

Raymond Anderson -2382

I chose Able Skills as I thought they had competent trainers and the cost was the best I had seen. The course was very informative. Steve took care to explain all grey areas. Very helpful, thanks!

David Wood -2382

Able Skills is local to me so it was a no-brainer to train with them. Steve is a straight talking fella. And to be honest, it worked for me!

Simon Marlow - 2392

I have known about Able Skills for years and have been doing various courses with them for a while. This was one of the best courses I have done so far at Able Skills.

RAY POTTER – PART P

Even though I had considered training somewhere else, I chose Able Skills because the centre is near to me and also I read that Able Skills has really good feedback. Bryan was very knowledgeable and if I ever needed anything explaining to me he would take his time and explain things. Thanks Bryan.

VITCENT MCCAUGILIN – PART P 

I have done a training course with Able Skills before. I chose them again because they are close to where I live and also for how often they run the course. I am very happy yet again with the training and I like Byrans method of teaching.

LUICE EVANS - PART P

I used my ELCAS credits to fund this course as I am leaving the forces. I looked at reviews on the ELCAS website and Able Skills were rated really well. Many thanks to Bryan for an excellent course.

LESLIE WAITE - PART P

I chose Able Skills because of a friend’s recommendation as they had also trained at Able Skills. Special thanks to Bryan for A* tuition and Steve the ‘terminator’ for his help.

NICHOLAS WILSON - PART P

I found out Able Skills via the quest magazine and decided to choose them as my training provider because they offered level 2 qualifications and good training.

John Persaud–VRQ Part P Course

I heard about Able Skills on a search of the internet and one of the most important thing for me was distance so Able Skills was perfect for me. Overall very good course and I am pleased that I passed and I couldn’t have done it without the help of Bryan.

Paul Mead– VRQ Course

My friend told me about Able Skills, I like that they run courses on the weekend because I work though the week. The course was value you for money and it more than met my expectations and I will be sure to recommend Able Skills to my friends and family.

Barry Tuvey–VRQ Course

I found Able Skills on the internet I didn’t consider training anywhere else, I like at Able Skills that they offer accommodation for those who have to travel. More than happy with both practical and theory sessions, Bryan was patient and attentive to all of those in the class

Richard Mannells City & Guilds 2330 Level 2 Group Course Review

Gary Bishop

Richard delivers very thorough lessons. He teaches to a much higher standard than the exams required which gives me a lot of confidence for future courses and preparation for work.

Martin McCormack

I would just like to compliment all the staff at able skills. The course and admin staff for their professionalism and for being friendly and approachable.

Joel Brixey

The reason I chose able skills was because of its location and was impressed with the facilities. The quality of the teaching and the facilities are very impressive. All the tutors I met were excellent and I felt I got the most out of Richard.

Adam Witt

I highly rate Richard Mannell as a very good tutor. Explained stuff clearly and helped you in difficult situations.

Abubakar Jama

I liked able skills because they let me make up my own mind and did not push me into going with them. Richard was the best tutor ever and he was very helpful. The facilities are really good with a good practical workshop. All the teachers are excellent.

Matthew King

I picked able skills because all books and tools were included in the price and it still worked out to be cheaper than others in the area. The tutors were helpful and the facilities were good for practical and real life scenarios. I thought Steve, the technician, was really good and very helpful.

Robert Graham

Richard was a very good tutor, very knowledgeable and always happy to go the extra mile when explaining things. Steve was very helpful when doing our practical assessments.

David Lebbe

Richard is a fantastic tutor, professional, knowledgeable. He has the ability to teach to all levels, patient and maintains a high standard but is also fun. I hope to have Richard for my future courses. Steve, the technician, again is enthusiastic, always puts himself out for the students and is incredible hard working. He is also happy to pass on his knowledge. A real star.

Mark Brown

I was impressed by what I saw when I first visited the centre and was also impressed that able skills could take me from a beginner to being fully qualified. Richard Mannell is a good tutor, a perfectionist when it comes to the practical (this is a positive as it raises the standard of work by the students). Steve is an excellent technician. He is helpful, patient and extremely knowledgeable. Thank you!

Richard Mannells City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 Group Course Review

These are some of the students that did 2330 level 3 course with Richard Mannell. Most found us on the internet and said that they hadn’t considered training anywhere else. All explained that Able Skills courses are value for money and that they really enjoyed the course. Richard was an excellent tutor and he is always very helpful.

BENJAMIN PRATT - Well-structured course, excellent course content.

MICHEAL LIPKA - All staff very helpful. Very high standard of tutoring.

JOEL BRIXEY - The level 3 was an excellent course, Richard Mannell took us every step of the way guiding us to success. Steve was good with the class down in the bays and he was always willing to pass on his knowledge.

GREG - Richard is a very knowledgeable tutor and explains all aspects clearly.

ANTHONY COLLINS – Tutors were very informative.

MR YARNALL - Due to the short duration of the course I found it quite intensive but having the thoroughness of Richard the information was hammered home. All the electrical tutors were very helpful when asked questions and Steve was just as good when we were in the bays. Thank you to all.

KEVIN MOORE – Good tutors, Richard and Steve very helpful.

ROBERT GRAHAM - Richard is a very knowledgeable tutor and has a good way of explaining things. Overall, I am very happy with the teaching I received which will set me up well for my future career being an electrician.

MARTIN MACCORMACK  – Fantastic course and the tutors know what they are talking about.

STEPHEN PRICE - Very good tuition and instruction from Richard Mannell, very thorough and professional at all times.

MARK BROWN - Very good course it was value for money. Gave me everything I needed including splitting my money so I pay when I train.