Many students train with us because they want to set up their own business whilst others want to join a company. Whichever path is preferred, you could benefit from our support.

Former OLCI student Steven Flower decided he wanted his own business. Now, just 18 months after he passed his Become a Qualified Plumber assessments, he is running his own plumbing business S.A.F. Plumbing & Heating, with bookings several months in advance.

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In this issue Paul, an electrical tutor at our Leeds centre, shares some valuable advice for practical assessments and working on site.

Name: Paul Dexter
Centre: Leeds
Years in the industry: 34

What did you do prior to becoming an electrical tutor?
I initially completed an indentured electrical craft / technician’s apprenticeship in the mining industry. This involved working on special installations in both preventative planned maintenance and proactive maintenance. Read more »

EAL Domestic Electrical Installer incl. Part P Certificate
Students who successfully complete this course package will be awarded the EAL Level 2 Certificate for Domestic Electrical Installers (including Part P) qualification.

Benefits of taking this course
It’s for those in the allied trades who want to carry out domestic electrical work*, be certified as a ‘competent domestic installer’ and be registered with the Applicable Building Regulations (Part P) Competent Persons Scheme. You’ll be able to issue an Electrical Installation Certificate that complies with Building Regulations Requirements.

* But you will not be considered an electrician. Read more »

Plumbing and Gas discounts
If you’re an OLCI plumbing or gas student  then you can claim a discount card at PTS, one of the UK’s largest plumbing and heating suppliers. If you haven’t got a discount card already then please call OLCI Student Services on 020 7430 8447. To find your nearest branch, please call PTS on 01455 551210.   

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The PFA support professional footballers from all levels. Their advice can help players make a smooth transition into a new job when their playing careers end.

To help footballers prepare for their futures, we’ve created a trade skills programme. Here current and former players can gain useful practical skills in the trades. As with all our other students, footballers can also benefit from our flexible training which allows them to fit the programme around their other commitments.