Able Skills News

Learn about bricklaying courses, practical skills training, and qualifications for construction careers.

As the construction sector continues to face major gaps in its workforce, can reskilling adults be key to tackling the industry’s long-standing skills shortages?

Discover boiler engineer courses covering installation, servicing, repairs, and gas safety qualifications.

Learn about bathroom fitting courses covering installations, plumbing basics, and finishing techniques.

The sixth edition of Hard Hat Awareness Week runs from 8th-14th June. Find out why the initiative is so important to the construction industry.

New data has found that a large portion of construction college courses now have waiting lists. Find out what it means for the industry and those considering a career switch.

Discover ACS gas training options, reassessment requirements, and qualifications for Gas Safe engineers.

Three construction pathways have been ranked amongst the UK’s most future-proof careers in new research published by Reed Business School.

With rising costs and long waits for tradespeople, it’s no surprise that landlords are learning how to do their own property maintenance.

Are you a plumber who already has some experience working in the industry? Find out more about the next steps to take towards qualifying with an NVQ.

If you’re wondering whether to hire a professional decorator or do it yourself, our guide will help you weigh that up. Plus, we introduce a third option: learning painting and decorating properly through training.

Find out more about why a career in construction is a great choice for anyone searching for a career path that is unlikely to be impacted by AI.