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dorset · 13-10-2008

Yes there is a lot of emphasis on qualifications and for a very good reason, someone who takes the trouble to learn properly through a recognised training centre to gain a recognised qualification is more likely to be a conscientious tradesperson.
I also believe that in the not to distant future a registration scheme similar to the ones operating in North America, Australia and New Zealand will be introduced based on a minimum level of qualifications and experience.
No doing a course does not mean you will be a success nor in fact does it make you a good Plumber.
A qualification does though separate you from the cowboys that buy a van fill it with tools and con the public claiming to be a Plumber.

13-10-2008	#20 (permalink)
dorset Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: north dorset Posts: 23	Re: New Career Skills?? Who are they?? Yes there is a lot of emphasis on qualifications and for a very good reason, someone who takes the trouble to learn properly through a recognised training centre to gain a recognised qualification is more likely to be a conscientious tradesperson. I also believe that in the not to distant future a registration scheme similar to the ones operating in North America, Australia and New Zealand will be introduced based on a minimum level of qualifications and experience. No doing a course does not mean you will be a success nor in fact does it make you a good Plumber. A qualification does though separate you from the cowboys that buy a van fill it with tools and con the public claiming to be a Plumber.