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[bradryan]

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Ive just registered apologies if i not in the right section.I would like advice about training please. I would like to qualify as a plumber ive been looking to find a part time route as i currently work full time in social work.With all the cuts i expecting to be finished next year either April or Septemberm if lucky. Iam 48 and a single parent so trying to avoid being out of work.Ive looked at some copanies offering fast track training but i will never take in what must be expected within 8 weeks. Does anyone mind pointing e in the right direction i need a part time course or would anyone be prepared to train me to become qualified if i work week ends for them and pay all the fees. Probably thats a non stater for people but i dont no without asking. Iam genuine and always work hard and do things the right way i wont let anyone down.
I live in Lowton near leigh if anyone can help me please

 

[PlumbBobBob]

hi welcome to the forums bradryan have you had a look at colleges local to you? they will most probably do evening classes suitable for what you want. good luck in your future endeavours stick around you will pick up loads of tips. do a search on the forum there is plenty if info about.

 

[Phil]

The recession has practically killed the construction industry of which plumbing is part of, so it couldn't be a worse time to train. I don't normally talk doom and gloom but work is pretty thin here.

 

[Simon F]

Hello Bradryan:welcome: to the forum.
loads of previous posts, people already done 2,3,4 years at college but struggling to get the practical work to be able to progress.
What practical experience/ skills do you have already?
nothing is impossible, but hoping to start out at 48 is improbable.

as to training like you said yourself, time to take in the information means best route is through college or similar.
possible to do 1 day a week or maybe a couple of evenings.
It will all depend on what training providers are near to you and what they offer. the qualifications have just changed and you might need to be in employment with a plumbing firm before being able to go any further.
your local college will be able to provide the best advice local to you.

 

[bradryan]

Thanks for replys i have tried colleges but part time evenings is not nvq and wanted to be able to apply for jobs or set up alone as being qualified. Thanks to quick replies iam grateful to you even though i was hoping not to hear work is thin on the ground at the moment.

 

[bradryan]

Thanks all your advice is apreciated

 

[kay-jay]

Thanks for replys i have tried colleges but part time evenings is not nvq and wanted to be able to apply for jobs or set up alone as being qualified. Thanks to quick replies iam grateful to you even though i was hoping not to hear work is thin on the ground at the moment.

You don't necessarily need nvq for employment or self employment.
Try doing a short taster course in plumbing first and see if you get on with it ok. Many new entrants don't realise exactly what it entails.

Work is thin on the ground at moment for most people so getting a commitment from an employer even if offering to work for nothing is going to be tough as you will slow them down and be a hindrance.


Having said that im not far from you and if i land a big job and need a labourer i may be able to help you with a bit of sporadic experience but don't hold your breath.....its tough out there at the moment.

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[bradryan]

Learning that way would be my ideal choice in particular if it was practical to gain a qualificationthat way. but i can understand why its probably a non starter. Age doesnt help me any either.

thanks for replying

 

[kay-jay]

Local colleges should have a foundation course one or two weeks long that would give you some insight to what plumbing really involves enabling you to decide if its something you wish to pursue.
If you do this and are confirmed in your belief then do a course that will give you a qualification.

After this there is nothing stopping you setting up on your own you just need ppublic liability insurance.
Start small and anything that is beyond your experience use a local plumber who would do the job and get paid while you get the experience and knowhow for the next time.

As said before i could help you out with bits of experience here and there.if you are dedicated enough you can make it. 🙂

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