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At Able Skills we consider ourselves to be experts in the delivery of training, covering a wide range of construction subjects.
We are particular about the quality of training we provide and are very aware that the majority of students who come to us are looking to change their careers and move into a whole new industry.
Our job here is to ensure that you have the practical skills to succeed in your new career but your job, especially those of you considering self employment, is to ensure that you run and sustain a successful business.
Able Skills has partnered with Oneworklife to provide a course for those of you looking to become self employed. The course will take you through everything you need to know to be your own boss and will help you understand what to avoid if you want to have a successful business for years to come to pass on to your son or daughter one day!
To set up a successful business you need to be prepared and understand what to do. It is not just about being a good tradesman, it's about learning how to manage your cash-flow, invoicing, legal responsibilities etc . It may all sound a bit of a daunting task and a little scary but it will all become clear when we show you how to do it.
This is the perfect course to take if you're looking to be your own boss - whether you want to set up a small business or go it alone.

Able Skills is currently offering qualifications in every subject we cover, right up to NVQ level 3.
We can provide training for anyone looking to learn a construction trade whether they are looking at guidance for DIY purposes or considering a change of career, everything from 2 day courses, 20 week packages and NVQ site assessments plus much, much more.
We provide training in the following construction skills:
Our training patterns are amongst the most flexible available. We can provide weekend training, separated blocks of training and the flexibility to spread the training over a period of up to 18 months. Quality and value for money are priority for every member of Able Skills team; we promote honesty and offer progression and support in everything we do.
Able Skills is an accredited centre securing approval to deliver qualification training from City & Guilds, Construction Awards Alliance, EAL, NICEIC and CITB for gas training and assessment. We are amongst the few training providers who can offer you progression and if qualifications are your choice – take you from novice to expert.
Contact our friendly team to find out how are construction skills courses can help you here

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Two students talk about their experiences at Able Skills and the City & Guilds 8 Week Level 2 Plumbing Course they completed:
"I have been attending Able Skills for two months now and I can see positive improvements being implemented"
" I feel much more prepared for the future as there is a lot more to plumbing than I originally thought!"