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I have read this complete post with interest.
Whilst I am a keen advocate of FE. I can tell by Chris's comments, that he comes from an experienced Plumbing background, as do I.
I fully support and endorse C&G 6035 Level II. However, it is impossible to become a Level III Plumber without real experience. When I say experience I mean a minimum of five years.
I am afraid that lack quality teaching staff, also impacts on the learners. Many 'Tutors' are employed with Level II Tech Certs, fresh from their own course. I feel passionately, about my profession as a Plumber & Heating Engineer. It remains my goal to pass on my knowledge (accumulated over 35+years in the industry) to anyone willing and wanting to learn. It is a mistake (in my opinion) to offer a Level III course to either full or part time learners, without any experience.
As a nation we have gradually 'dumbed' down vocational qualifications, to suit various political and financial agendas. Now with the advent of advanced technologies entering into our industry with increasing frequency. Will we surely find ourselves facing another skills shortage.
Bring back Lead into the plumbing syllabus, then students will need to master a real craft, to be proud of and burnt and scared hands to prove it.
Whilst I am a keen advocate of FE. I can tell by Chris's comments, that he comes from an experienced Plumbing background, as do I.
I fully support and endorse C&G 6035 Level II. However, it is impossible to become a Level III Plumber without real experience. When I say experience I mean a minimum of five years.
I am afraid that lack quality teaching staff, also impacts on the learners. Many 'Tutors' are employed with Level II Tech Certs, fresh from their own course. I feel passionately, about my profession as a Plumber & Heating Engineer. It remains my goal to pass on my knowledge (accumulated over 35+years in the industry) to anyone willing and wanting to learn. It is a mistake (in my opinion) to offer a Level III course to either full or part time learners, without any experience.
As a nation we have gradually 'dumbed' down vocational qualifications, to suit various political and financial agendas. Now with the advent of advanced technologies entering into our industry with increasing frequency. Will we surely find ourselves facing another skills shortage.
Bring back Lead into the plumbing syllabus, then students will need to master a real craft, to be proud of and burnt and scared hands to prove it.