In the late 1970s, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) first expressed concern over human activities and our effect on the planet. (Source: Soas) Since then, people have been making everything from small changes to completely overhauling their lifestyles. However, now more …
With the ongoing threat of climate change, nations across the globe are working to tackle it and move away from fossil fuels, but what does it mean for newly qualified gas engineers? There’s rarely a day that goes by when …
With industries, technology and workplaces ever-evolving, as a business owner, it’s essential you stay up to date with the latest developments. There’s no avoiding change, and the recent national lockdown has proven this. With businesses asking workers to work from …
Have you ever considering upskilling? Upskilling is simple. It means adding to your existing knowledge and skill set. In doing so, you can keep up with the industry and ensure you don’t have skill gaps. Skill gaps may not seem …
The trades industry has never been more diverse. While historically, tradespeople were typically working-class men who left school and went straight into work, there are now plenty of people bucking the trend. With stereotypes fading away, the trades industry has …
The trades are a vast industry made up of a range of roles, skills and specialities. Generally, the term “tradesperson” or “skilled worker” describes those who completed vocational education, including on-site training/work experience. The trades are divided into three categories. …
Joe became an electrical trainee to expand his skillset and increase his earning potential. Though many of the students at Options Skills are looking for a complete career change, others train to expand their skillset within their current role. We’ve …
Electrical trainee Greg wanted a career changed, so he moved into the trades industry. It’s never too later to change your career, and Options Skills electrical trainee, Greg, is the perfect example of that. After 13 years working in the …
How has the industry responded to the decarbonisation plans for the UK? The 2020 budget report stated plans for the carbon from UK homes to be “virtually zero” in just thirty years. So what does this mean for the current …
Electrical trainee Jaheim found private training at Options Skills provided him with the opportunities he wanted. From 18 to 68, we’ve had students of all ages train with us at Options Skills. We believe that anyone, regardless of age, should have …