Nvq 3

[SirKit Breaker]

Be very careful about what you decide to sign up for. It doesnt matter who tells you what or how much and what you will get or do, if you are sold an NVQ 3 then you must have a job. NVQ 3's can only be done in the work place, if anyone tells you otherwise, then they are lying or are going to try an frig it for you.

I have several on my books doing the NVQ 3 and are only doing domestic with a small amount of commercial, so to get them the industrial experience i loan them to other companies, and they in turn loan their industrial lads to the domestics to get their experience. Depending on which NVQ/course you do will depend on whether or not you need to do the AM2, not all need it.

Dillbs prices above are a fair representation of what you should be paying.


Cheers..............Howard

 

[Dougb]

Be very careful about what you decide to sign up for. It doesnt matter who tells you what or how much and what you will get or do, if you are sold an NVQ 3 then you must have a job. NVQ 3's can only be done in the work place, if anyone tells you otherwise, then they are lying or are going to try an frig it for you.

I have several on my books doing the NVQ 3 and are only doing domestic with a small amount of commercial, so to get them the industrial experience i loan them to other companies, and they in turn loan their industrial lads to the domestics to get their experience. Depending on which NVQ/course you do will depend on whether or not you need to do the AM2, not all need it.

Dillbs prices above are a fair representation of what you should be paying.


Cheers..............Howard

Thanks all - I have decided to write to prospective employers (construction firms) first explaining my situation and hopefully I'll get a break...I have stipulated that I will offer to pay the cost of any training as they cannot get funding for adult trainees.

Howard would you say this is the best way, with you being in the position that you are?

 

[Tradeskills4u]

Hi DougB,

Just spotted this thread and wanted to contribute based on our experience with our trainees.

The overwhelming majority find work either during or after they take our 2365 course. This is because by front loading your training you show commitment and drive to succeed in this industry. If an employer can see that have already completed your tech certs they know that you will come armed with much of the knowledge to be much more useful, much sooner.

As stated by others in this thread you can then get your NVQ whilst on site and working under supervision.

Our 2365 course package contains both diplomas, your 17th edition and the bridging units too so when you do want to do your NVQ you can easily tranfser in.

With regards to our course being "extortionate" I too know many cheaper places that you can take this course, However most other companies train over fewer days and many train with no study breaks making it very hard to complete the qualification. We recently had a number of people attend with us who had failed to complete this course with a different company and were very happy with the way in which we deliver our 2365. It may also be that other companies are able to access funding to cover part of the cost of the course for you.

Whatever you decide we wish you the best of luck.

 

[SirKit Breaker]

Thanks all - I have decided to write to prospective employers (construction firms) first explaining my situation and hopefully I'll get a break...I have stipulated that I will offer to pay the cost of any training as they cannot get funding for adult trainees.

Howard would you say this is the best way, with you being in the position that you are?

See reply below from tradeskills, they seem to know what they are on about.

 

[jedisparks]

Dougb, maybe you could start a thread here in the electricians unite forum. Briefly explain your position/plans and where you're based. You never know someone might be interested in giving you a start. Either way, good luck