Professional Level 2 Plumbing and Gas Qualification Package 3

Welcome to Able Skills C&G 6035-02 Level 2 Plumbing Diploma with Site Skills, Gas, Portfolio & ACS

At Able Skills we have dedicated training facilities for dedicated subjects and this enables us to offer every individual the opportunity to learn as much about the construction industry and related subjects as possible.

We are very aware that many subjects are linked and go hand in hand and as a result, we have devised this particular package for those of you who want to undertake training with a view to eventually being able to achieve Gas Safe registration.

Whether you are looking to gain employment within the plumbing industry or are considering self employment, additional skills that  compliment your plumbing work can only be of benefit. How frequently have you assumed that the Plumber in your home can also service your boiler or the Gas Engineer who is servicing your boiler might also be able to fix your leaky tap? Gas training is a natural progression for any Plumber.

This particular training package offers:

• A full plumbing award - City & Guilds 6035 level 2 Diploma
• Site Skills Training
• 3 weeks of domestic gas training
• Gas Portfolio Placement
• ACS Gas Assessment

As an established, approved City & Guilds and CITB approved training centre we are able to offer these courses to you as full and recognised, accredited awards which meet industry requirements and follow the correct route as the Plumbing and Gas industry requires.

Plumbing

The Plumbing 6035 at level 2 is an industry recognised plumbing qualification and forms the basis of knowledge for all modern domestic plumbing and is the starting point for anyone looking for a career in plumbing and an essential part of your plumbing future.

This plumbing course starts with basic pipe work skills and moves onto more complex plumbing tasks, including airing cupboards, bathroom suites, above ground drainage, central heating installation (no gas/oil) and low carbon steel.

The various tasks set will provide you with the skills to undertake such work competently and safely once you are working as a Plumber.

Site Skills

At Able Skills we aim to prepare everyone as best we can for the industry that they are choosing to move in to. Often, this means that we need to consider what other skills an individual may need to have in order to undertake the job of their choice.

The work of a Plumber and/or Gas Engineer can vary; it is not always as simple as undertaking a service or removing a boiler and replacing it with a newer version. There will be instances when appliances may be required to be re-sited, pipework will need to be run, re-sized etc. Floor boards may need to come up and drilling through masonry for the boiler flue will need to be undertaken – the list is endless.

This course will cover most eventualities and will ensure that when you undertake your first job or start a gas portfolio placement, nothing should be beyond your skill level.

Gas Training

The Gas training aspect of this combined package will provide you with training covering flues, ventilation, combustion and controls.

This will provide you with the necessary knowledge to then undertake the statutory core gas safety assessment once you have demonstrated competence by working alongside a Gas Safe registered engineer building a portfolio of experience.

Portfolio Placement

The Portfolio placement will be with one of Able On-Time Services registered Gas Engineers. Able On-Time Services is the sister company of Able Skills and all employees are handpicked ex-Able Skills students who have themselves completed this particular Plumbing and Gas package.

ACS – Gas Assessments

Statutory core gas safety and appliances assessment in order to apply for Gas Safe registration

Staff & Facilities

Able Skills has a dedicated team of experienced and competent Plumbing and Gas instructors who have all previously spent time within the industry, undertaking various aspects of plumbing and domestic gas work so they are without a doubt, the best placed people to deliver this package of learning to you.

We have3 dedicated Domestic Gas training centres and 2 Plumbing centres as well as a dedicated Exam suite. All tools and materials are readily available to assist you in completing both of these courses and all courses are supported by comprehensive and relevant course material.

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.

Plumbing Packages at Able Skills:

Able Skills offers a variety of plumbing and gas packages, all available at discounted prices:

• C&G 6035 level 2 and 3 Combined
• C&G 6035 level 2 and NVQ
• C&G 6035 level 2 and Part P
• C&G 6035 level 2, Site Skills and MLP (Gas)
• C&G 6035 level 2/3 and 6189 NVQ level 2/3
• C&G 6035 level 2/3 and Portfolio Placement and ACS

In addition, there are various study options to learn Plumbing:

• Full Time Training
• Weekend Training
• Home Study
• Flexible Training Option

Welcome to Able Skills C&G 6035-02 Level 2 Plumbing Diploma with Site Skills, Gas, Portfolio & ACS

Plumbing Diploma Details

During this course, you will be assessed by practical assignments with external exams under the guidance of City & Guilds.

The course is split between:

• Workshop practice, to develop the relevant skills to become a competent Plumber.
• Plumbing principles and theory to support the practical skills.

There are 10 units within this level 2 Plumbing qualification.

They are:

201 - Health and safety in building services engineering

202 - Electrical principles and processes for building services engineering

203 - Scientific principles for domestic, industrial and commercial plumbing

204 - Common plumbing processes

205 - Cold water systems

206 - Domestic hot water systems

207 - Sanitation

208 - Central heating systems

209 - Drainage systems

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

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

Each section has practical assessments and multiple choice exams, all practical assignments are recorded, photographed and signed off by Able Skills qualified assessors, this is over seen by Able Skills own qualified Internal Verifiers. This system ensures that the entire course, practical through to written/online exams is carried out here on site at Able Skills and without delay. At the end of your course, your completed portfolio together with the results of your assessments and exams are submitted to City & Guilds for certification and award for the City & Guilds 6035 Level 2 Plumbing Diploma.

Site Skills

This Site-Skills course has been put together following consultation with the Gas Engineers that we use when we place our gas portfolio students.

Their recommendations are based on their findings, having sometimes spent several weeks with gas students. Their comments never relate to the gas related knowledge of the students as this is always sound, more-so with other basic skills that students have not picked up because they are not experienced plumbers or similar.

Throughout this Site-Skills course which is predominantly practical, we will endeavour to cover training in the most common aspects of gas and plumbing related work so that you are completely prepared for most eventualities, providing you with the essential skills for working on pipe-work in industry

The course will cover:

• How an open vented heating and hot water system works
• How to drain down and decommission the systems
• How to convert open vented heating systems to a sealed heating system
• How to mark out the position of a boiler using a boiler template
• How to drill a hole through masonry for the boiler flue and fix a boiler jig to a masonry wall
• How to assemble, mark out and hang radiators
• How to lift correctly, mark out and notch floor joists
• How to install both copper and plastic pipework under a suspended floor
• How to fill and vent a system of air

Domestic Gas Training Details

An in depth 3 week course covering flues, ventilation, combustion and controls providing the candidate with the necessary knowledge to undertake the statutory core gas safety assessment. The course is intended for operatives with plumbing, heating, pipefitting or similar skills which can be transferred to the gas industry.

The course is recognised by Gas safe under their qualification requirements for entry on to the ACS scheme. This Managed Learning programme provides both theory and practical training.

This course is designed for those who are not working with or for a Gas safe registered engineer/business and who do not have sufficient knowledge to build the work portfolio before attending the course. The format and content of the work portfolio is covered during the induction.

This 3 week long Gas course is essential training and assessment for all candidates looking to gain access to the Gas Industry.

Week 1

Week 1 of this Gas Training Course will provide you with a great insight into the Gas industry and present you with an understanding of the guidelines and regulations which currently govern the ACS scheme.

During this week of gas training, we will cover basic pipework skills, gas appliance functions and the basic principles of flues and combustion to give candidates the knowledge required to move forward to the next aspect of this Gas course.

At the end of this initial 5 days of gas training, you will undertake a written assessment/multiple choice exam to establish your understanding of the areas that have been covered so far.

Weeks 2 and 3

As you progress through the weeks, the gas course will develop and you will receive training in:

1. Legislation
2. Tightness Testing
3. Pipework requirements
4. Gas safety controls

Again, you will undertake a series of exams and practical assessments to satisfy your instructor that you fully understand all the areas covered at this stage.

Finally, we will provide you with training in:

1. Flueing
2. Ventilation
3. Unsafe situations

And with time permitting, we will provide extra training in the servicing of various appliances.

Portfolio Placement

Able Skills will place you alongside a Gas Safe registered Engineer who will supervise the work which you undertake on gas appliances. He will also sign off the work you have undertaken, take photographs of the work and provide general guidance in order to complete the portfolio of experience.

This placement is most likely to be with Able On-Time Services which is the sister company of Able Skills. This company has been put together specifically for the purposes of supporting Able Skills students with any required work based assessments or competency requirements. Able On-Time Services is managed by Able Skills but all employees are ex-Able Skills students.

ACS Gas Assessment

The final hurdle involves an assessment process back at Able Skills Gas Assessment Centre. This is where everything you have learned will be put to the test in order for you to achieve ACS. You will undergo exams and assessments in order to achieve CCN1 - Core Gas Safety and whatever appliances you are eligible for - this will be determined by the work recorded in your work based portfolio. 

Additional Courses for Plumbers:

All plumbers benefit by being able to offer a full and varied service to customers or to be able to market themselves to a fuller extent so if you want additional skills, you can consider:

Plumbing Regulation Courses

• Energy Efficiency
• Water Regulations
• Unvented Hot Water Systems

Part P Domestic Electrics

We have a dedicated Electrical centre where you will be able to undertake training for Part P, this will be a requirement should you want to carry out any electrical work within Kitchens and Bathrooms.

Renewable Technologies

Alternatively, if you have taken an interest in the UKs drive on reducing carbon emissions and you would like to contribute to the 2020 target to reduce these emissions, you may be interested in one or more of the many Renewable Technology courses which we can deliver in our dedicated Renewable Energy training centre.

Other Related Skills

If you would like to add additional useful skills to your plumbing qualification and maybe consider that tiling is a service you would also like to provide, we can offer tiling courses. Maybe being able to plaster any areas affected during a plumbing installation is needed, we can offer plastering courses.  

Course Timings & Cost for C&G 6035 Plumbing Level 2 with Site Skills, Gas, Portfolio & ACS:

In this current age of speed and determination, we have structured this course to run for a period of 6 consecutive weeks for the Plumbing, 1 week for the Site Skills and 3 weeks for the Domestic Gas training. This will be followed by an undetermined period of time working on your Gas Portfolio (anything from 6 weeks and up) – Please call for clarification as the period of time is dependent upon many factors. Finally, 1 week is allocated for ACS

Come and see for yourself!

We are very confident in the structure of our 6035 and as such, we welcome all visitors to Able Skills at any time; we are open 7 days per week. Please feel free to visit us and view our facilities for yourself, we do not ask you to make an appointment and you will not be greeted by salesmen in suits. We will arrange for you to have any questions answered by our qualified Plumbing and Gas assessors and allow you to spend time deciding if plumbing/gas is the career for you and if Able Skills is where you want to train.

Duration: 6 consecutive weeks for Plumbing level 2, 1 week for Site Skills, 3 weeks for Gas training, variable time for Gas Portfolio Placement and 1 week for ACS Gas Assessments.

Deposit: £500.00

Payment Plan following initial deposit: 6 payments of £415.83, 1 payment of £375.00,  3 payments of £331.66, 1 payment of £995 for gas placement and 1 payment of £635.00 for ACS

Total Payable (inc VAT): £5995.00

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.

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Jaclyn T

I took the 5 day intensive plumbing course and it was hands on straight away which was great. I learnt so much more than I expected to. Mikes a great teacher and gave us practical, realistic tips and advice too. Great course!

Paul W

I found Able Skills online. I did my research and found them to be the most professional. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations. They offered good concise information in a relaxed environment. I will be recommending Able Skills to others. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and may consider another course in the future.

Paul G

I attended the City & Guilds 6035 Level 2 Plumbing Course. The course was 6 weeks and during this time the Tutor was very good, very experienced with a lot of real-life knowledge rather than purely book. They offer a good environment and facilities. I would consider training there again and would recommend them to anyone considering Plumbing or construction training.

Ben B

I took the C&G Level 2 6035 Plumbing course. I have been wanting to do this course for ages, was more than happy with every part of the course, from the theory to all the practical. I have learnt so so much and didn’t realise how in depth and technical plumbing is until I started. It was all made easier across the board from the patience and teaching of Jim Singleton, I have never met someone with so much knowledge, he made the whole experience fun as well as informative.

Guy A

The C&G 6035 Plumbing course was value for money and met with all my expectations. Good tuition, Jim was like an open book, but at the same time didn’t spoon feed me. He made me have to understand the principle of system, not just know it.

Bhimprasad P

I took the 8 week plumbing City & Guilds Level 2 course, it was brilliant! The instructor of the course was very kind and helpful. I really enjoyed my time during the 8 weeks I trained with Able Skills. I would recommend them to others and consider taking another course with them.

Richard B

I took the 5 day plumbing course. I chose Able Skills because they had a good price for training and excellent feedback.

I found the training to be very useful. Mick was a very helpful instructor and went out of his way to explain any additional elements required  which are generally not covered in the course.  

Drew P

Able skills seemed to be the most comprehensive when comparing training centres online. The 5 day introduction to plumbing course offered a huge amount of practical skills in a relatively short period of time. A great course for practical understanding of domestic plumbing, value for money and i would certainly consider their other courses.

Anthony Andres

I took the 5 day plumbing  course after a friend recommended them to me. The trainer was friendly and extremely helpful with all aspects of the course. The facilities are good and I feel like the content of the course was suitable for the aims. I will be recommending.

Joseph B – 8 week 6129 Plumbing Course

Jim was an excellent tutor, very understanding – I learned a lot from him and will certainly be recommending him to family and friends.   I would not change one thing about my course, keep up the good work!

Richard P – Homestudy 6129 Plumbing Course

Able Skills were my choice of training centre due to the value for money and the flexibility offered for training.  I choose the homestudy option which allows me to study at my own pace, when I am ready to complete an assessment or exam I can choose which week I train which makes it easier for me with work commitments.  Whilst in the centre I make a lot of progress and really enjoy the week!

Gobardhan R

I took the C&G Plumbing Course. I found Able Skills through the CTP Website. I Chose to train with them as I had heard good things about them from my colleague. The course was value for money . Coming from a different background, I initially found the course difficult. My Instructor was Jim, and he helped me a lot. When I got the basics right, everything flowed smoothly. I will definitely come back for more courses and recommend to others.

Yubraj G

I heard about Able Skills through a family member. They were the most recognised training centre and were willing to help. As I was totally new to the plumbing course, I found the instructor Jim to be excellent. He managed to teach beginners like myself and others with some plumbing knowledge effortlessly. His skills were always on top. It’s all about understanding not just doing. Thank you Jim.

Alan M

I took the Plumbing Course C&G 6129 with Jim Singleton. I heard about Able Skills through my Brother. Jim was a great instructor and had excellent knowledge of all plumbing work. Thank you again Jim for your 8 weeks of hard work. P.s I will be back.

Dominic B

The facilities are excellent and the accommodation is very reasonable. Jim is an excellent teacher and has a lot of knowledge. His teaching methods are excellent and he was very helpful, down to earth and I could not get through the course without his expertise. The office staff were also very friendly and helpful. Thanks Jim for your expertise and patience through the course.

Simon K

I found Able Skills through Google. I did consider another training provider, but was put off due to their pushy sales team. Able Skills were very friendly and informative on the phone, they were happy for me to make my mind up, whereas the other company hassled me for money. Important factors for me to consider when choosing the right facility was location, price and the ability to add Part P electrics to the end of my course. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations. The facilities here are very good and it’s nice to have your own bay to work in. There’s a lot of kit to play with which is far better than just reading in a book. The course was very informative and Jim is an excellent Tutor. He takes the time to show you how to do something and explain things in layman’s terms. He is excellent at getting the information across and making sense of the book, without Jims explanation the book is a quick reference tool. I’m sure all the other course tutors are just as good but I am very pleased that Jim taught me. He is a wealth of knowledge and easy to talk to. I can’t fault the way Able Skills operates as it seems to run excellently. The course is very good and the classroom time is just enough. I will definitely consider using Able Skills again in the future for other trades I feel would benefit myself. I would not hesitate to recommend Able Skills and Jim to anyone else tahts looking to start up in plumbing.

Adrian S

Jim Singleton was my tutor, his style of teaching both practical and in the classroom was clear and concise. He covered all aspects of the course in great detail and had a knack of making it all easy to understand. His practical knowledge and teaching skills are a real asset and credit to Able Skills. “A Great Teacher”.  The course was value for money and met with my expectations. I would recommend you take a visit to their premises and meet with the tutors and staff. I would definitely recommend them to others.

Mark Gibson

My instructor Toby was very good. He gave me some good knowledge of the plumbing skills required to undertake some home projects. I am overall very happy. The course was value for money and I will be recommending to others.

Calum Boatov

I found Able Skills online and  decided to train with them as they were easily accessible. My tutor Toby was very good. He was informative and explained everything thoroughly. My advanced 5 day plumbing course was fantastic.

Lee Musgrave

I was sent to Able Skills via my work. I took the 1 week Advanced Plumbing course. The week was fantastic. What I have gained in knowledge has increased my confidence tenfold to be able to go into the field and fix leads. I would overall rate Able Skills as excellent. 

Warren Williams

I considered using other training centers initially, but chose Able Skills as they were the best one around. The course was value for money and I would recommend them to anyone. Keep up the good standards and you will not be out of work, well done and thank you.

David Greenway

I learnt as much in 5 days as I could have wanted. Able Skills have a variety of different courses on offer and I would attend another training course with them. The course was value for money and met with all my expectations.

Omprasad Gurung

I enjoyed the course, thank you very much. I would attend other courses. I felt this was the best use for my money.

Andrew Mitchell

Very good course! I learnt a lot. Richard answered all my questions (I had a lot) Overall, very happy, gained a lot of knowledge. The course went too quick, i want to keep doing it! Will look into booking the next course.

Darren Squibb

Richard was a really good tutor. He helped me to understand a lot of plumbing issues I have had over the years. He is a great asset to the Able Skills team. I would not hesitate to recommend the course.

Dhiraj Dewan

I found the instructor to be excellent and helpful at all times. I learnt a lot in the two weeks course and would like to compliment the tutor Roy for his great tuition.

Sher Gurung

The instructor was excellent and his teaching method was outstanding. I learnt a lot and gained a lot of experience. I now feel confident to carry out jobs in the future.

Philip Ochama

I chose Able Skills as the courses looked comprehensive and the flexibility of their timings. The tutors are very friendly and the class rooms are well suited for the courses. The training was value for money and the course met with my expectations. I would recommend Able Skills and would consider attending other courses.

Jason Okorocha

I heard about the training offered at Able Skills through another plumber. They offer a wonderful environment to train in and excellent tutors for students. The course was value for money and I will be recommending to others.

Kushwant Jandu

Good practical and theoretical knowledge. Excellent area with facilities to carry out work. Tutors have in depth knowledge. I went with Able Skills as they were not pushy, have a wide choice of courses and are well structured.

Luke Prentice

Enjoyed first part of training and looking forward to the next part. Thought Toby was very knowledgeable and interesting to talk to. I went with Able Skills as they include a portfolio and offer the opportunity to train from start to finish.

Kevin McElduff

I really enjoyed my time on the course and found Toby really easy to learn from. I went with Able Skills as I had read good reviews about them I would give them an overall rating of excellent and would recommend to others.

Paul Jack

The location of the training centre was excellent for me. Toby was very a very efficient, knowledgeable and helpful tutor. All materials were stocked at all times and tools in good condition which allowed me to complete tasks easier.

Andy George

Top instructions from the Tutor. Simon gave me a lot of good advice. I would definitely recommend the course to friends. The course met my expectations and I would attend other training courses at Able Skills.

David Allen

The level of instruction is second to none. The facilities and knowledge is what you can expect from a first class provider. I will and have recommended you toother service leavers looking into this field. The top tips provided by Roy were very helpful and gave a good insight into plumbing.

Dean Cox

I took the five days intense course which offered plenty of hands on experience. It was an excellent course and value for money. Many thanks!

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Stuart Piper

I had already completed 8 weeks of plumbing with Able Skills and found it to be a really good course and the staff was nice and helpful so I chose to do the electrics as well. Brian is excellent, very patient and calm. He also has really good subject knowledge. Thanks!

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Gabriel Cancel

I chose Able Skills because of flexibility of course and payments. I was very pleased with the course because of the structure it had. The most important thing to me was the fact I could train whenever I had time and the pay as you train system worked very well. I would have no hesitation to recommend Able Skills to anyone.

Bill Simpson

I did look around at other training centres before I chose able Skills. I was put off by them because they wanted to ‘interview’ me. Able Skills just invited me to have a look and make my own choice. Jim singleton, the instructor, knows it all and can put things across with courtesy and patience. He is a complete professional. A great tutor.

Calvin Cole

Jim was very helpful in the theory side of the course and very thorough on the practical tasks, which will help when on-site. He can be very strict at times but it is only for my own benefit which I am grateful for.

Mark Brewster

I thought the course was really informative in practical work. Use of tools come with great knowledge of tutors who were excellent. All the tutors were polite and helpful when asked any questions.

Samuel Oni

I chose Able Skills after I had a visit to them and had spoken to the instructor himself. Able Skills is a relaxed environment that really helps when you are studying. The tutors are friendly and willing to help even if they are not part of your department. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Greg Mackrill

The course was local and reasonably priced, I thought. Able Skills has a professional environment with well-educated instructors. An all-round enjoyable experience which helped me gain the required skills to be a plumber.

Ben Martin

The standard and content of the course was all of a very high standard. All the relevant information was passed on in a way it made complete sense.

Josh Ingram

I thought the course and instructor Jim, was excellent. It met and exceeded all expectations. The quality of training was second to none.

Tom Davey

I chose able skills because it’s close to me house and I knew some people who had done the bricklaying course and said it was good. Very friendly place. Everyone approachable and gives good reasonable answers. Instructors are clear and well explained. I can’t fault it!

Min Bahadur Pun

Able skills provide good training for the learner. I think this is one of the best course providers and is definitely value for money.

Tim Vowles

Jim was a great tutor; he was very helpful and gave a lot of good advice. I have learnt a great deal in a short time and I am very happy with the course.

Matthew Gage

Jim was an excellent tutor that was very patient and really helped me and let me work things out and made the classroom a pleasure for me. I would not have got through this course without his support and guidance. P.S. He is genuinely a nice guy and very clever.

Alan Martin

I found this course to be structured very well and have gained a vast amount of knowledge in plumbing. Jim, the instructor, was always very helpful and wanting to pass on his knowledge. This was an enjoyable course which has achieved its aim of giving me the fundamentals in plumbing principles and practical skills.

Simon Thomas

I have loved every minute of the course. I was really nervous on my first day, but the tutors made me feel at ease. I can’t thank everyone enough who has helped me along the way. The tutors and all the staff are so helpful and can’t do enough for anyone.

Adrian Cussens

I think the course was well explained and structured; classroom work was never at saturation point and the breaks ample. Instructor was at times very patient and never felt to be unapproachable. He gave good pointers on things I may have been wrong or on points I could have improved upon. I consider I will be leaving here with a good base of knowledge to the plumbing trade and all I need now is experience.

Phillip Martin

When I was making my decision on where to train, I decided to visit Able Skills in person. When I got there, the owner, Gary, showed me around the whole centre and answered all my questions. I was pleased he did not tray and pressure me into paying a deposit. I was impressed with the facilities I saw and the level of instruction given to the students so I signed up. During my time at Able Skills I found all the staff to be friendly and helpful and I am happy to be going back in October to start my Gas.

Many Thanks

Phil

Jay Kempsford

I was looking for training centres on the internet and I saw Able Skills I looked on their website and then once looking there and seeing what they have to offer I didn’t think to go anywhere else. I liked the fact that they offered an NVQ .toby was very good throughout and also the office staff for making the payments and accommodation.

Richard Mills

I heard about Able Skills on the internet, I choose to train with Able Skills because it is close to my home. Throughout the teaching was at an excellent standard and students were made to feel relaxed and involved as part of a team. Help and advice was always at hand. Best of luck in the future to all involved

Dave Topper

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, Toby was patient and attentive to all of those in the class. I also found him to be good at motivating on the harder tasks. The facilities and accommodation were excellent as were the staff in the office.

Laurence Fox

I had considered other training centres but I choose Able Skills because they seemed friendlier and professional. At Able Skills they have really good tutors and they are flexible with both payments and that you can train at the weekends. Without Toby’s knowledge it would have been so much more difficult .BANG ON.

Paul K

I took the 3 week Domestic to Gas change over course. I heard able Able Skills through a friend.

My Tutor was one of the best since I started any form of Education, in fact, maybe he is the best. The course itself met with all my expectations and was certainly value for money. I would definitely recommend them to others looking for Construction Training,

Mathys V

I phoned several training centres for quotes for commercial Gas training and found Able Skills offered the most comprehensive course for a fair price. The office staff were very helpful and explained what the course was all about. Able Skills were willing to give me the opportunity to stop the course and restart it after I received news that a friend of mine had passed away. I felt that I was treated as a person and that the college are interested and care about their students. I give them an overall rating of excellent and would definitely attend further training with them.

Shenol H

I found Able Skills on the internet and liked the look of their centre. The staff were extremely friendly too and it was this that encouraged me to train here. Ian Welthy was an excellent teacher, I have already recommended Able Skills to friends and encourage anyone else to contact them regarding Gas training.

Kunce O

I took the Gas Managed Learning Programme. I decided to study with Able Skills because of their price and excellent recommendations. My Instructor Roy is a fantastic “Diamond Geezer”. The course far exceeded all my expectations. Roy was very detailed in his explanations, sometimes going beyond what was expected in the course manuals just so we were all clear. The course materials and practical sessions were also an excellent match. Thank you.

Phil S

Price and distance were important to me when deciding where to train for my 3 week gas course. Roy was very informative and a great teacher. I learnt what I needed and more due to his experience. I would definitely consider training with them for other courses and would recommend them to others.

Kevin A

I chose Able Skills to take my Gas Managed Learning Programme as they had excellent recommendations. I have encountered many trainers and Roy is excellent. Able Skills come highly recommended, Roy makes it easier in training because he teaches properly.

Stewart L

Able Skills offer a clean working environment. The centre is well managed, their facilities are excellent. I will be coming back for more courses and recommending them to others.

Michalis Kontos

Darren King has been a top lecturer, highly recommended!! Cheers Darren. I found Able Skills on the internet and decided to use them because of the cost and distance.

Tom Searles

I was referred to Able Skills by a family friend. They were very helpful on the phone when I called up and this prompted me to take their course. Their instructor Darren King was extremely good at breaking down stuff and making it more understandable. I had an enjoyable time and many laughs whilst training. I would definitely recommend. I am now taking my Gas Portfolio placement through them.

Denzel

I have just completed the 3 week gas safety course through Able Skills. They had the best price and best explained on the phone by John when I  initially enquired. Darren was my instructor and he was a cool guy. He explained everything clearly and concisely at a pace that everyone could keep up with. The atmosphere created by Darren, Roy and Ian was very calm and allowed for a relaxing learning environment.

Jaedoo Tae

I searched through the website after reading forums where members recommended Able Skills. The course was very informative and value for money. I will be recommending Able Skills to others.

Ramin Armani

When deciding where to take my Intermediate Gas Training, I searched the internet and found Able Skills, who were ideally located for me. I have really enjoyed the 3 weeks training with Darren. He is really good and I have learnt a lot from him. He has been very helpful throughout the whole time. I would definitely recommend Able Skills to others.

Russ Pooley

Darren, my Intermediate Gas Training Lecturer is such a nice guy. His communication is excellent. Really good course material, I would highly recommend to anyone, very enjoyable course.

Greg Mackrill

Into my third month of training at Able Skills. Once again, training could not be faulted. Very knowledgeable instructors and good working conditions along with detailed and well structured learning programmes.

Luke Prentice

I found my three week gas course to be very challenging and informative. Darren obviously knows his stuff and anything we needed to know he had all the answers. He explained things in an easy to learn way and I enjoyed training there.

Lukesh Shrestha

Course was properly laid out in sequential order. Adequate hands out was the plus point for this course. The tutor was co-operative and friendly. Overall the course run smoothly with the fulfilment of my expectation from the course.

Jamie Dickson

I was  recommended to Able Skills by my friend. Darren was a very good tutor and had a lot of time for the students. He made the information very easy to understand.

Mark Bone

I came to Able Skills as my friends gave them glowing references. Darren explained everything in great clarity. Some parts that I did not understand, Darren took me aside to give further explanation, He was extremely helpful throughout the course.

Daniel Margroth

Very good course, tons of information was provided to help. Simon explained everything, and was happy to go through it again when you didn’t understand. It was an excellent course and i would highly recommend.

Stevan Lewis

Awesomeness. This course was completed at the weekends, I would definitely recommend.

Naz Maitmog

Found on the internet, decided to use their weekend option. The course was very informative and at an easy pace.

David Nolan

Due to the excellent quality of the tutors and course plans, I have gained confidence in my skills and will continue taking able skills training courses in the future.

Lee Woodgate

I came to Able Skills because they were highly recommended and I thought they seemed to be good value for money. Roy made the course enjoyable whilst keeping things safe and informative. Excellent tutor!

Richard Harper

Great course with a vast amount of information from the instructors with brilliant knowledge. Thanks!

Kevin Mcelduff

Roy was an excellent tutor, he has vast knowledge and teaches in a friendly and understanding manor. I have really enjoyed my course and feel I have learnt about gas in a straight forward way.

William Bloomfield

Roy is an outstanding tutor and I would recommend to anybody who is thinking of doing gas.

Christopher Alavi – Gas Training Course

All the staff were very friendly, professional and helpful. Darren was a very knowledgeable tutor who inspired confidence in me as a student. He was always very professional and approachable whenever I had queries/questions/doubts about anything. He was always willing to help. Most of all, Darren made 3 weeks on a gas course enjoyable and was an absolute pleasure being tutored by him.

Tanweer Rehal – Gas Training Course

Darren helped me throughout the course to understand important factors of gas training and found facilities to be very good.

Timmy Vowles – Gas Training Course

I found Able Skills on the internet. I had considered other centres but I choose Able Skills because they had the best feedback. I choose Able Skills because they had the best facilities out of all the centres that I looked at and that they didn’t have pushy sales people they just helped me decide what my best option was. Ian and Daren were very good tutors and they helped me where ever possible. The accommodation was amazing for the price. At Able Skills they have amazing facilities; my overall experience at Able Skills was excellent.

Mani Rai – Gas Training Course

I heard about Able Skills though friends and a solider magazine. I did consider a training company in the midlands where my friends go but I choose Able Skills because they had a higher exam pass rate, and the training is very good.

Roy Douglas–Gas Training Course

i heard about Able Skills from family members that have trained with Able Skills but also because I have done a course with Able Skills before. Therefore I didn’t consider training anywhere else. At Able Skills they are good value for money and the tutors are very supportive and help whenever they can.

Matthew Abuwa– Gas Training Course

I found out about Able Skills on the internet .I had consider another training company but chose Able Skills because the courses looked better and let me spread my payments out instead of making me pay for the course all up front. The tutors at Able Skills were brilliant and excellent training.

Kenneth Jeffery – Gas Training Course

Even though I had considered other training company’s, Able Skills sounded better and friendlier. It was a very enjoyable course both Ian and Darren really helped me and i enjoyed the fact that i had two tutors because they both gave different options which really helped me. I had a great time at Able Skills.

Tom Davey– Gas Training Course

I all ready knew about Able Skills though word and mouth and I also looked on the internet to find out more information, didn’t think to go anywhere else because my friend did a course with Able Skills and said that it was really good. I was given a folder at the beginning of the course and they were very clear and helpful, they were easy to interpret better than a book and they still had all the relevant information. Both of my tutors were excellent and i liked that they gave me two different views

Michael Townsend– Gas Training Course

I knew about Able Skills because i had done a course here before. Able Skills are value for money and tutors are really good and the training is amazing.

M Oliver:

“I have already done my level 2 plumbing and Part P with Able, all at weekends. I found the gas course intense over the time allocated but my overall knowledge of gas has increased and I am looking forward to putting into practice what Roy has drummed into us.”

P Daniels:

“Able Skills was recommended by a friend. The location, price and the general environment for learning suited me perfectly. Roy and all of the staff were very helpful and accommodating. I’m grateful for my time spent here”

R Ali:

“I looked and visited other centres and Able Skills were the only ones who didn’t keep calling and chasing me to book so because you weren’t pushy, I decided to book. Throughout the course, Roy was a very helpful teacher and the facilities catered for all subjects covered – Thanks”

G Carslake:

“After visiting Able Skills to see the centre I was happy to book with you. I like your set up and weekend training has been ideal, exactly what I needed”

S Knight:

“I chose Able Skills because of their location and availability of weekend courses as I work full time”

A Eardley:

“I chose Able Skills as it is very important for me to be able to train at weekends – I have also done a C&G 6129 (Plumbing) course here as well”

R Gonzalez:

“Able Skills was recommended to me by a friend. I have done a Plumbing 6129 here as well and was happy to continue with you to do my gas training”

F Alaraj:

“Able Skills was recommended by a friend. I struggled at times with the technical terminology but Able Skills helped me to get through this”

E Reshiti:

“Excellent teaching skills from Roy and the availability of weekend training was perfect for me”

W and K Sulinski:

“We found Able Skills on-line and the fact that we could train at weekends was exactly what we needed”

Gary Musto – New Entrant Gas Course

Simon was a very good teacher and had excellent knowledge and patients.  I choose to study at Able Skills due to the proximity to where I live.