What is the best way to start a career in Plumbing?
Asked by curious
I am 21 year old female...so many colleges have an age restriction for goverment funding. Is Work Base Training better?? I have seen Intensive Training for two weeks...is that a good idea or a money making scheme?

Best Answer:
Hi curious. There are schemes out there that aren't affected by age, quals or experience that can work for you. What you need to do is find a list of local government funded or self fund with the right qualification gained at the end of the training to get you set up in your own business. There are schemes that promise you city & guild level quals, but actually they're not, so the best thing to do is a little local research, find out what one offers above another, what they'll charge for the course, then ring a few local plumbers and ask them what they actually need from a prospective employee to at least consider them for a job. That will be cast iron for you. If the company you really want to work for/aspire to better, wants ?? as a minimum qualification, then you know that's what to aim for. Look for the best training site for yourself there-after. Depending on your circumstances, funding could be available. Above all, good luck hunny........I hope you get the result you want and I hope I've been a bit of help. x

I would ask a plumber or the Plumbers Union what they could do for you
Answered by dukalink6000

best way to start a career in plumbing...........turn on a tap
Answered by chrisclinker

Look to your local college and ask them.
Answered by Steven W

my dads a plumber not many girls but they need them for the 'were not sexist thing' yo should have no problem go to college or get an apprentiship with a firm, good luck to you!
Answered by Rhc.250

Block the toilet up - you have to start somewhere.
Answered by fizzy_wolf

Government funding has all but stopped for all adult education. speak to your local college. otherwise ring a skills advert off the telly.
Answered by crimpton

Depends on where you live. If there is a Plumbers Union close your best bet is to talk to them because they would be more willing to give you a shot. If not you may have to start at the bottom of some company, like digging ditches and stuff.
Answered by johnnyandelly