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If you’re looking to learn a trade, you may have encountered adverts from companies that purport to offer 'free electrician training' or 'free plumbing courses'. But remember: if something sounds to good to be true, it probably is.

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New year, new career! Something that is often spoken about at this time of year, is how the step forward into a new year can leave people feeling unfulfilled and ready for change. Revamping your CV is the first, and possibly most important, step to your 2025 job hunt.

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Most people train to become teachers with the intention of staying in their chosen vocation for most, if not all, of their careers. Teaching can be a incredibly rewarding career, but it might not be for everyone. Which is why you may be considering a career change from teaching. If you’re interested in a career that is always essential, with the ability to work your own hours with high paying salaries, becoming an electrician could be for you. 

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One of the great advantages of learning a trade is how seamlessly you can transition into becoming your own boss. Once you have completed your electrical training and got some work experience under your belt, you might be thinking of striking out on your own as a self-employed electrician.

Starting your own business can be very exciting, but also daunting. We’ve created this guide to get you off on the right path.

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When considering your career options in the trades, you might be thinking about completing specific tasks, like designing heating systems or fitting bathrooms. With this in mind, you may be wondering as a plumber, are you able to fix a boiler? 

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AI has become a much debated topic over the past few months, with many people feeling concerned about the impact that AI will have on them and their job security. Whilst many industries are feeling the pressure of job uncertainty because of AI, the plumbing industry is not. 

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At the end of July, the latest amendment to the 18th Edition wiring regulations was released with immediate effect. The previous amendment (2:2022) was introduced in July 2022, so two years on, what has changed and what does it mean for Electricians going forward?

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The UK construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with a surge in self-employed tradespeople taking centre stage. Recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals a staggering 21% increase in self-employed individuals within the trade sector over the past few months. This unprecedented growth marks the largest jump in self-employment within this industry in the last 15 years.

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