July 2012

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  1. Small army' of skilled tradesmen on hand during Olympics

    Small army' of skilled tradesmen on hand during Olympics

    The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) has assembled an emergency team of skilled plumbers, electricians and building maintenance staff to ensure that any problems within the Olympic Village can be tackled swiftly and effectively. Around 600 skilled contractors are on hand to be called in at a moment’s notice to take care of operations and maintenance […]

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  2. 2330 Extended Electrical Courses and New Options

    2330 Extended Electrical Courses and New Options

    City & Guilds are introducing new qualifications to replace what we know as the City & Guilds 2330 Level 2 and Level 3 courses. These courses will then become the 2365 Level 2 and Level 3. Effectively the same qualifications, just updated. Although, there will be a change over later in the year, the 2330 […]

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  3. Plastering NVQ with Able Skills

    Plastering NVQ with Able Skills

    The Able Skills Plastering Centre was established with one single aim in mind – to teach people how to plaster. Our Assessors Jo and Spencer are time served plaster craftsmen who have the skills and ability to maximise the potential of all their students.If you are already working as a Plasterer but have never achieved […]

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  4. Are you looking for a change of profession? Have you been considering a career as a qualified electrician?

    Are you looking for a change of profession? Have you been considering a career as a qualified electrician?

    Able Skills can help you on the path to your new electrical career.The benefits of an electrician’s career include an increasing UK demand for competent and qualified trade professionals that comply with domestic and increasingly, European requirements for safe and reliable practice. Trusted professionals can reap the rewards of high-quality work in terms of job […]

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  5. Nicola Carter - Attended The 5 Day Intensive Painting & Decorating Course

    Nicola Carter - Attended The 5 Day Intensive Painting & Decorating Course

    Very good course! It is a very good foundation for beginners. All the staff are very welcoming. Lots of teas. Very good for women as well!

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  6. Jk Gurung - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Painting & Decorating Course

    Jk Gurung - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Painting & Decorating Course

    I heard about able skills through some friends that had completed some training with them previously so obviously they had a good reputation. The instruction was excellent and very thorough. Mark delivered the best course I have ever attended as he went the extra mile and learnt to speak nepali. Mark thank you for bearing […]

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  7. Ian Cutter - Attended the 4 Week City & Guilds Painting & Decorating Course

    Ian Cutter - Attended the 4 Week City & Guilds Painting & Decorating Course

    My overall rating for able skills is excellent! My knowledge level has risen drastically as a result of attending this course. Mark was very helpful and gave a lot of information, his demonstrations and explanations clearly showed the depth of his personal knowledge.

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  8. Robert Cook - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    Robert Cook - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    Colin was very helpful and explained things in a manner that everyone was able to understand. He also provided constructive criticism, always useful! I hope to come back to complete part p. the course covered more than I expected as an intro!

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  9. Mick Knight - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    Mick Knight - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    Excellent tutoring, patient with students. He had a good sense of humour but he was very thorough with his information. He taught me A LOT! Explained all the ins and outs.

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  10. Russell Traynor - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electric Course

    Russell Traynor - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electric Course

    I chose able skills because they can offer all the courses and qualifications I want in the time frame and flexibility I need. There was good quality training pitched at the right level for me. The tools are ideal for practicing and using in a training environment. I now feel confident but respectful of electrics […]

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  11. Graham Wartho - Attended the Electrical Multi-Skills Course

    Graham Wartho - Attended the Electrical Multi-Skills Course

    The instructor was very helpful and thorough. He explained each section making it all easier to understand. Thank you!

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  12. Steven Guile - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    Steven Guile - Attended the 5 Day Introduction to Electrics Course

    I have already trained at able skills before for another course so I knew that I would receive quality training if I returned. The course is structured well and has an excellent atmosphere. The tutor delivered it so that we had fun but got all the necessary training done. Thanks again!

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