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 …
Electrical trainee Isaac wanted a complete career change, so he became an electrical trainee with Options Skills. Previously working as a pharmacy assistant, Isaac had become bored in his role and wanted a complete career change. He was looking for …
Electrical trainee Jonathan was looking for a career he could settle into after travelling the world. People enquire about our courses from all over the world. Some look to train with us and work elsewhere. Others are returning home and …
Electrical trainee Ashley trained with Options Skills and utilised our career development team to find employment. Previously working as a security guard, Ashley decided enough was enough. Wanting a new career, he bit the bullet and began looking into trades …
After two years in his previous role, Andre decided he was better suited to a trades career. People change their career path for a whole host of reasons. It can be financial incentives, and for others, it’s just time for …