Are you currently working in the building industry? Learning a trade is a wise investment for several reasons.
Trades people have higher employment rates and earn higher pay because they are skilled at what they do, and can work unsupervised. There is high demand for skilled construction workers in both developed and developing countries.
Learning your trade through formal education will help you work safer, and perform higher quality work. We offer formal education in several trades, including brick-laying, carpentry, painting and plastering. The required skills and knowledge can be applied no matter where you live.
Being properly trained and qualified will allow you to receive a certificate that you can use for employment opportunities. It will also give you the confidence to work for yourself and start your own business.
How long does it take?
It usually takes at least two years to become fully proficient in a trade. It is best to learn by working with someone experienced who can teach you practical skills. In some countries this is called an ‘apprenticeship’.