At this time of the year, many men and women will be looking to find good trade skills courses, and electrical courses, especially an Electrical NVQ, are always a much in demand qualification. With cutbacks certain for some public sectors, advance action to switch careers or update skills is increasing.Finding the right approved and accredited trade skills trainer can be daunting as there appears to be so many providers offering all sorts of different courses. It can be very confusing! The question is always, which course is best for you and how do you know you will receive the correct training and qualification?Taking your time, doing research and thinking things through is the best approach. By obtaining as much information as you can to compare and contrast what's on offer makes the process much easier to break the data down and come to a decision that you know is likely to be right for you and your requirements.Today, the first step is to go online and visit the website first. Carefully look at all the pages and pick up those vital clues that should tell you how long have they been established, if they are properly approved and accredited for the right type of recognised industry standard courses - normally the City & Guilds - and check on the actual experience and training, and if formally qualified teachers and verifiers work fulltime on the staff.Next step is to get in touch. Listen to their telephone style. Anybody can attempt to be friendly over the phone, but do they sound knowledgeable and can explain in detail about the course you have in mind? Are they approved by City & Guilds and the major trade body examiners and verifiers, most importantly in electrical?