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Joe Shmoe
Hi gents,
Having lost my job in an industry I no longer want to work in, I am doing my research as to whether plumbing could be an option for the future.
I used to work as a photographic set builder and have done quite a bit of renovation work on my house, so have quite a few tools and am handy in building etc. I have fit a couple of sinks and kitchen taps, and replaced two bathroom suites for family which I enjoyed, so I am confident of doing the basics. All the work turned out good, but I have no idea of what I am doing, other than applying logic to what I am trying to achive and watching YouTube videos for training.
If I am to make a proper career, I want to get training so I can do the whole hog, that includes central heating systems and boiler fitting etc.
My question is, if I was to do the OLCI 'traing to be a plumber course' followed by the Advanced course which teaches boilers and central heating, would I be in a position to set-up as a self-employed plumber, or would I still need additional training, or real-life experience etc?
I want to do things the best way possible, but don't want to invest money and not come out fully trained for what I want to do at the end of it.
I do have the advantage of being used to building, and can plaster, tile and build to reasonable standard, so I am not a total novice, but I have no plumbing experience other than a few baths and sinks and some basic copper pipe work.
Any pointers from seasoned plumbers or those who have taken the OLCI courses would be much appreciated.
Regards
Joe.
Having lost my job in an industry I no longer want to work in, I am doing my research as to whether plumbing could be an option for the future.
I used to work as a photographic set builder and have done quite a bit of renovation work on my house, so have quite a few tools and am handy in building etc. I have fit a couple of sinks and kitchen taps, and replaced two bathroom suites for family which I enjoyed, so I am confident of doing the basics. All the work turned out good, but I have no idea of what I am doing, other than applying logic to what I am trying to achive and watching YouTube videos for training.
If I am to make a proper career, I want to get training so I can do the whole hog, that includes central heating systems and boiler fitting etc.
My question is, if I was to do the OLCI 'traing to be a plumber course' followed by the Advanced course which teaches boilers and central heating, would I be in a position to set-up as a self-employed plumber, or would I still need additional training, or real-life experience etc?
I want to do things the best way possible, but don't want to invest money and not come out fully trained for what I want to do at the end of it.
I do have the advantage of being used to building, and can plaster, tile and build to reasonable standard, so I am not a total novice, but I have no plumbing experience other than a few baths and sinks and some basic copper pipe work.
Any pointers from seasoned plumbers or those who have taken the OLCI courses would be much appreciated.
Regards
Joe.