Hi Everyone,
New to the forum so please excuse any stupid questions which may come below. Sorry if this is long winded but I want to give a good overview of my situation to ensure I get the best advice.
I have very basic electrical knowledge and experience but I enjoy and get satisfaction from doing hands on DIY electrical work. I can change light switches, plug sockets etc - Generally very hands on and have a basic understanding of the science behind electrical work.
I'm only 24 and want to change my professional career to become a self employed Electrician. The problem is that i'm currently working in an a complete different industry (office work). I really do not enjoy it but it pays for my mortgage and other bills. I ultimately want to work for myself as an electrician (maybe start working in evenings and weekends and eventually take it on full time)
I've researched quite a bit and it seems I have some options available to get qualified but i'm keen to get some advice to see which is best suited to my situation
1) There is a fast track (20day) 'domestic' electrician course near me which i've heard mixed reviews about - I understand that this not qualify my as a fully fledged 'electrician' but could I complete this and join a Part-P Scheme so I can start getting some small jobs & experience locally? Could I then potentially use training providers to get fully qualified over time? FYI this course offers Part P Course City & Guilds 2393,18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2018 City & Guilds 2382, Inspection and Testing City & Guilds 2392.
2) There is also a 16 month college evening course which will give me a Level 2 EAL qualification - this seems like a more legitimate qualification to have and would go on to do Level 3 afterwards but does this mean I won't be able to get hands on experience until fully completed?
3) There is a training provider that offer full C&G Level 2/3 course which goes on for about 4 months - This is not really viable as it would require me to leave my job to attend and have no source of income for a fairly long period of time. This also applies to the traditional apprenticeship route.
Any help would be much appreciated.