Retraining as an Adult to Become an Electrician and Completing an Electrical Apprenticeship

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Retraining to become an electrician isn't easy but we get some great advice and tips on how you can do it.
Andrew Pepper take time out of his busy life as an Electrician to talk to the learners at Tresham College. Andrew was an adult apprentice electrician in his 30’s and in this video talks about retaining to become an electrician, pressures of life, end point assessment AM2 or AM2S and the electrical industry.
It is possible to retrain as an adult an become a qualified electrician and Andrew talks about his journey to me and my learners.
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== 🕐 Time Stamps - Cut to the action 🕕 ==
00:00 - Electrical apprenticeship
00:42 - The journey to become an electrician
02:01 - Paying for your training
02:40 - AM2 or AM2S
04:00 - Never to late to train to become an electrician
Videos are training aids for City and Guilds (C and G) and EAL courses Level 1, 2, 3 plus AM2. AM2S and AM2E.
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@goodwin4924 4 роки тому

Content like this keeps my gion im 33 with kids and a mortage working full time and doin night school and im not gion lie its hard work but one day il be there thankyou gaz and the team for the support with content you put out

@GSHElectrical 4 роки тому

Michael keep working hard it will be totally worth it. Thanks for commenting and the support. Gaz 👍

@HAPPYSLAPS1 Рік тому

it's been 3 years now since you posted this comment. did you make it?

@michalp.4975 Рік тому

I started my electrical apprenticeship when I was 37. I have level 8 in Computer engineering, but I was sick of office jobs and short term contracts. English isn't my first language, but it didn't stop me from changing my life path.

@GSHElectrical Рік тому

Inspiring comment. Thanks 👍🏻

@John_259 4 роки тому

I greatly appreciated the questions being repeated so we can hear them clearly. Good thinking.

@seandempsey9396 3 роки тому

Well done that man, fantastic video Gary, well done to Andrew.

@deanm1984uk Рік тому

Just come across this video, enjoyed it by the way great talk. My story is similar, I took my self back to college 3 years ago at the age of 35 with responsibilities. Worked in Electrical wholesaling for 15 years or more and decided I wanted to be on the other side of the counter. I have my level 2 2365 , level 3 8202-30, Bs7671 18th edition and 2391-52. I never took my NVQ AM2 as being an adult learner I never did an apprenticeship. But 3 years on the tools now , employed as an electrician with great knowledge and picked up skills quickly I feel there's no need for an AM2. I hate the word AM2 to be honest. Why do you need to stand in front of a bored for 3 days to prove your an electrician as it's nothing like the real world. It's a shame you need it to register with the NIC or Napit now. I do feel sometimes that I wasted 2 years doing my level 2 and 3 as it feels like it's not worth anything because you need a NVQ am2. Advise to anyone doing this as an adult to do your home work on what's required first as the college won't explain this to you and make you believe once you have your level 3 your good to go. Apparently not.

@UplandsJack 4 роки тому

Good for you Andrew... 👍 I'm due to take my AM2 in next couple of months and I've just turned 50. Started on this journey at 46. Two years at evening class to get through level 2 (colleges timetable not mine) and then a further 1yr 5 months at level 3. Tough going at my age going back to college 1 day a week. It certainly takes some getting used to again, though as a Heating Engineer, it has been easier than for some who undertake this in later life I'd imagine! Also like to add a massive big thanks to Gaz & Co for teaching or even just backing up the knowledge I've previously gained, with the use of your detailed but easy to follow videos along the way. Your Sir, are a credit to your profession 👏👍

@GSHElectrical 4 роки тому

Lee what a fantastic journey you have been on. Keep working hard it has its rewards and thanks for the positive feedback. All the best. Gaz 👍

@JD-gi9pl 4 роки тому

@@GSHElectrical respect to Andrew and respect for Lee. I'm thinking of going down the domestic installer route because I've already done an apprenticeship. Would love to get the level 3 from a personal point of view I just feel at 5 or 6k I'm being priced out. Interested to get your take on it. I'm an experienced plumbing, heating and gas engineer and have done a lot of electrical work within my scope. Truth is, I wish I'd done my electrical qualification years ago as I like doing the work.

@UplandsJack 4 роки тому

@@JD-gi9pl My advice to you buddy would be simple, Just go for it!! Like you it seems, I did my time back in the day late 80's as a plumber, then moving on to gas at level 3. Then joining Corgi, (which of course in 08' became Gas Safe Register.) As you'd be aware JD, there's a fair bit of cross-over in the two trades (Y plan, S plan wiring / fault finding on modern boilers i.e. continuity testing, Ohms resistance etc to name a few). If it helps, what I did to overcome having to pay the massive costs for my level 3, was to take an apprenticeship part-time with a guy, who has worked on numerous jobs with me over the years. Maybe this is an option you too could explore further. As for myself, hopefully by the spring I should have completed both my diploma and NVQ at level 3. I will then only have Inspecting and Testing 2391 is it? to give me everything needed at this level. And importantly at a more manageable cost of approx £2200 all in. Anyway I hope this info helps and I wish you good luck with whatever you decide to do going forward. 👍

@dipeshghelani6215 4 роки тому

Well done Andrew very inspiring

@Hiccup77 4 роки тому

I started my qualifications at 39 and AM2 AT 41. So you can teach an old dog new tricks.

@GSHElectrical 4 роки тому

Great effort 👍

@ajamespepper19 4 роки тому

Well done buddy

@maxrai1899 3 роки тому

Hi hiccup77 may I ask what pathway you took to become qualified at your age ? Regards

@Hiccup77 3 роки тому

@@maxrai1899 I was a mechanical maintence engineer before, the company i worked for desperately needed sparks, as i was doing well they put my on an apprentiship 1day a week at college. Due to circumstances i jumped around a few jobs and basically self taught myself on the back of my mechanical engineering. After qualifying I got more electrical roles, now im working upto 11kv, 3~, 1~ motors, control systems from designing and producing ourselves, automation and plc work. No matter how old you are, I'd say go for it. Eather go full time as a sparkies mate or offer 1 day a week go free with a sparky to allow you to do the college work.

@lucapuzzoli8363 3 роки тому

You've inspired me

@chrischalks3716 4 роки тому

Another great video.. Andrew I applaud you

@eddprice4571 4 роки тому

Great video. Nice to have a look into the mindset for a change of career I myself am trying to change careers it's not easy. Started lvl 2 this year . Thankyou for your time Andrew really appreciate u taking the time to explain your journey all the best.

@Goldfishdave Рік тому

Same for me. Sometimes I have doubts that it's been the right choice and worry about the level 3 and apprenticeship programme.

@RaithUK 4 роки тому

Another great video there guys thanks for the info.

@GSHElectrical 4 роки тому

Thanks Raith 👍

@lewissimmons6887 2 роки тому

Gaz! Have been meaning to watch this clip for some time now and I can honestly say I should've watched ages ago. Similar position to that of some of the other people leaving comments, as in, I'm an adult learner and desperately trying to work out the best and most practical way to change career to become a fully qualified electrician. Videos like this are a huge help and I will be watching more of your helpful clips. Thanks

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

Thanks for taking the time to comment and all the best with your training Gaz 👍🏻

@harveywakefield7139 2 роки тому

Gaz great video! Sometimes I sit and think am I doing the right thing or am I actually good enough to make it. But with your videos and hard work I’m sure I’ll get there. Hoping I can!

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

👍🏻

@GiffordsElectrical 4 роки тому

Great vid gaz. Well done to Andrew. It can be tough as an adult learner.

@ajamespepper19 4 роки тому

Cheers buddy

@benfearn702 2 роки тому

I'm nearly 50 years old and training at my local college 2 nights per week after work, its hard but i want to do it and thats the difference

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

Great work and please keep me updated on your progress 👍. Gaz

@Don-ym8cm Рік тому

Well done mate. I'm nearly 50 as well and I'm going to give it a go .

@johnillingworth30 2 роки тому

I really admire the effort put forth by the trades in the U.K. to demonstrate to the public trade awareness. That isn't a thing anymore in the U.S. great video.

@matthewlewis6790 3 роки тому

I’m 52 and will start my career step change from offshore oil and gas into electrical this year

@delrey-p 3 роки тому

Love this. I'm 32 and I've just enrolled in my C&G 2365 diploma part time. I have 2 kids, a house and a car.

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

@barney630 3 роки тому

What would you recommend to someone who done c and g at college 5 years ago, had his 18th edition and needs to do his 2392 inspection and testing when he hasn't done practical work for 3 years?

@BP-td5gv 3 роки тому

What are “all the qualifications”? Can you sign off your own work?. Also, what JIB card do you qualify for at that point? Also about that “commerical” speech, what large commercial wiring system isint planned by an electrical designer? I can't imagine someone walking up to an empty factory and being able to design a safe wiring system on the fly. (hope this doesn't read badly, I am just curious).

@kingbling7729 2 роки тому

Iv got my c&g level 2 and 3 whats my next step as im finding it hard to get an apprenticeship

@GeLBoIHoRtOn 3 роки тому

I have done my 2365 Level 2 and 3...do I now do the NVQ once I find a full time employer? or do I have to do a separate Apprenticeship and go back to college?

@petemartin1891 2 роки тому

Hi im 37 and just wondered the 18 day SS1A domestic courses you offer what can you actually do at the end of that? ( my aim is to refrurb properties ( domestic )

@andyrhodes9435 2 роки тому

Just starting my training soon. 35 years old and taking a totally new direction in life. Got a mortgage so can’t do it full time but want to try to do as much as I can

@rmmj7james293 Рік тому

To be honest mate as long as you are working on site as you do the night/weekend school and banking that time on site experience you'll be well placed for the AM2, which is pretty tough as exams go. Really pay attention to the way they teach the testing. That's invaluable for the AM2.

@husky701sm6 3 роки тому

I'm 42 and looking at getting qualified as a sparky at some point. But due to work and family commitments I cant do a night course or go to college for 1 day a week, so I have to look at training providers like trade skills 4 u which are expensive.

@piotrlobacz Рік тому

I am I same boat. I have got electrical qualifications from my country of origin which are not recognised here in UK. I have done 16, 17, 18 edition of bs 7671 in the past but nothing else. Now wanting to become fully qualified with mortgage, family and full time job I don't like. Only way for me to do ot is through experienced worker assesment comprised of a few courses, NVQ3, ECS environmental assessment and AM2E which still requires time and money to complete.

@haych6782 2 роки тому

How difficult is work as an electrician do you have to be really smart? Are there times when there’s not work available? Also what’s the best route to learn and best sector within the industry ?

@efif7308 Рік тому

Can some help please. I have completed level 3 electrical installation 2365 and level 3 in inspection and testing 2391 but i dont know what to do next also i can't find apprenticeships im 23 years of age.

@jokey87gonads 3 роки тому

This is my situation right now, 33 & getting ready for am2 in june/july (covid dependent) finding it really hard to find an employer who will even respond to an email, nevermind take me under their wing or give me experience

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

Try Apprentice121 he is on LinkedIn and Instagram if Mark can help he will. All the best and thanks for watching. Gaz 👍

@andycampsall3832 2 роки тому

I’m 46 and just looking in to re-training as an electrician 👍

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

Go for it 👍🏻

@rebelmnk2382 3 роки тому

It's all in the mind regardless of age!

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

Agreed

@piotrlobacz Рік тому

Very lucky man with boss who pays him decent rate for being apprentice. Don't find them often .

@cw3728 10 місяців тому

Thats why I had to give up my mechanical apprenticeship, 1 they didn't train me I was just a cleaner, and 2 I got £40pw and had 20mls each way to travel. Was only 16 wont get mugged again.

@staminaman77 2 роки тому

I'm interested in becoming an electrician and just assumed it would be mad expensive, I work full time at the moment in a job I don't enjoy and would like to gain valuable qualifications and life skills and start a new career path as an electrician. There is so many different courses and routes, I've seen level 2 level 3 etc.. the guy in the video mentioned he paid around £1500 to get started initially. What course did he take? Electrical installation course at college? I can't find one listed as an available course at my local college and I don't drive, however I'm motivated to make the needed changes in my life and start. Anyone got advice?

@user-pw3hw4nz7r 2 місяці тому

I'm just about to finish level 3 and it's cost about 7k and I still need to do a lot more before I can sign off any work do a lot of homework before you hand over any money I'm glad I've done it but I just think they should be more upfront about how much it costs Hope this helps

@staminaman77 2 місяці тому

Thanks. I ended up giving up on this in the end.

@raeesahmed9740 3 роки тому

I am 40 with no previous experience of electronics. I would like to start the process can you plz help

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

I would recommend contacting your local FE College for support and assistance on courses available to you 👍🦾. Gaz

@piranha_finance 3 роки тому

I am 18 years old from London who just started my first year of Uni studying Economics. I've realised Uni isn't for me. The thing is I don't know where to start or what to look for if I want to begin a career in being an electrician. Could you provide me with guidance.

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

Contact your local college they will be able to advise you on your options. Good luck and keep me posted. Gaz 🦾

@piranha_finance 3 роки тому

@@GSHElectrical is there a certain institute/college you recommend… there’s a lot of stuff on the internet and it’s hard to separate the good from the nonsense

@Davechaoes 3 роки тому

@@piranha_finance I’m at Harlow college atm doing my level 3 electrical installation and tbh it’s very good the teachers are the best and will help you with any thing and everything.

@_______unknown_______ 3 роки тому

@@Davechaoes uno when u done ye level 1 what did they teach ya? Im in yr 11 and after school in going to do level 1 in college and i just wanna have a head start ig🤷🏽‍♂️

@Davechaoes 3 роки тому

@@_______unknown_______ they teach you basic electrical and some plumbing

@mragrego1 3 роки тому

I retrained at 29 it wasnt easy but im glad i did it

@hoopz954 2 роки тому

Did you do this part time

@shix1Resolve Рік тому

I want to become an electrician and have been asked to fork up £6000. Is there an alternative? Because like him I have family and a baby on the way with bills to pay. £6000 is too much.

@dextermorgan6665 2 роки тому

Do you have 2 serve 4 years in americaa like in ireland to become a qualified tradesman

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

Generally the answer is YES

@trojanhorse7990 3 роки тому

Ìs it worth it?

@1288felix 2 роки тому

£1500? Mines costing 5 times that. I'm 33 and retraining as a full scope electrician + solar PV with domestic electric vehicle charging around my job. My children won't be making the same mistakes I made.

@left-hand-threaded 3 роки тому

Well I wish I was as lucky as this guy , nowhere hires apprentices and pays them a full wage

@barrybritcher 2 роки тому

I hope to give this a shot in couple years hopefully the right side of 40 lol

@GSHElectrical 2 роки тому

All the best 👍🏻

@larrys.5423 3 роки тому

What state???

@GSHElectrical 3 роки тому

More details required to answer your question...?

@larrys.5423 3 роки тому

@@GSHElectrical what state is the apprenticeship available?

@mohammedzada6665 2 роки тому

@@larrys.5423 This is based in the United Kingdom (UK) not America

@samm2130 4 роки тому

£1500 for everything? I find that very hard to believe. £1500 just for level 2 yes but Level 3 will be around another £3500 and then the nvq and am2 at least another grand.

@ajamespepper19 4 роки тому

I did it through a college which has it subsidised, they get money through me re doing my key skills. I see if you do it through a specific provider you will pay that price also it took me 3 years not weeks

@samm2130 4 роки тому

@@ajamespepper19 OK fair enough. Yes I'm talking years here too not two week wonder courses.

@ajamespepper19 4 роки тому

@@samm2130 good luck buddy I past mine with a year to spare it's all worth it and your doi g it the best way