With 53% of the world’s population on social media, it is key that your business has an online presence. Social media can provide your business with an amazing opportunity to connect with your potential customers. As a tradesperson, you will always be on the lookout for customers and, if you make the most of the […]
The UK currently finds itself in the grips of a Skills Shortage as construction job vacancies hit a 20 year high. But a lot of you may be wondering, what is a skills shortage? In this article, we will try to answer any questions you might have and highlight why this is an amazing opportunity […]
Throughout the Pandemic, lots of people have been thinking about their career choices that have lead them to where they are now. For some, it has meant they have had a change of role and for others, it has meant they have changed industry completely! A prime example of this would be James, who has […]
We are now approaching September. The start of the academic year for many university students around the country. If you are not heading off to university this year you may be looking for employment right now or still unsure what path to take. If you have not already considered a trade skill like electrics, you […]
Now that things are getting back to normal there is a huge demand on tradespeople of all types. People are preparing for a summer without the stress of Covid 19 restrictions and need the workforce of trades to do so. New research from Checkatrade has found that a huge 83% of the population are planning a home […]
A look at how resilient electrician’s salary have been during the pandemic. Plus how you can get started with our range of electrical courses.
The pandemic has had it’s effects on all of us. However there are brighter times ahead with the rollout of vaccines and hopefully for us that means a return to what we do best – Helping people gain the trade skills and knowledge they need. Plumbing is one of the most popular trades, although it […]
Making home improvements? Why not learn some DIY skills! We find ourselves in another national lockdown, again many of us are spending more time at home. According to recent statistics homeowners spent an average of £4,000 on home improvements in 2020 and the projection is that more than half of UK homeowners will spend […]
Research shows that there is plenty of work for traders! Although there is a lot of uncertainty at the moment, surrounding people’s employment, the end of the furlough scheme and generally the ongoing pandemic which is having its effect on all of us in one way or another. However, in light of this it […]
From Electrician courses to an AM2 assessment Feedback! Here at Able Skills, we host a huge range of Electrician courses. When it comes to the end of your training you will need to complete an AM2 assessment. This assessment process in place to ensure all qualified electricians achieve a single standard that has been […]
All training to return at Able Skills from today! The pandemic is still here in the UK, however, as many return to work, here at Able Skills today marks the day that all training courses return. We have worked very hard over the last couple of months to ensure that we are presenting a […]
Practical training is resuming on our Electrician Courses here at Able Skills, with a new group on our City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Course. With the COVID-19 Pandemic pulling all our training to a complete halt, we are slowly, getting students back in to get training with us among a range of our courses. […]
