Why Train with OLCI
As the UK’s No. 1 construction training provider, we’ve helped countless learners build successful careers in the plumbing, gas, electrical and renewables trades. Our aim is to support you every step of the way. Here are some reasons why learners choose to train with us.
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We are the only nationwide provider of construction skills courses
With 13 OLCI Construction Training Centres around the UK, you don’t have to travel far or spend nights away from home to do your practical workshops and assessments.
A solid and reputable organisation
As the UK’s No. 1 construction training provider and the only one with a nationwide presence, you have peace of mind that you are training with a solid, well established organisation.
Choose where and when you train
You can select from a wide range of dates and times, including occasional weekends, to fit your practical training into your schedule. And you can do your theory anywhere and any time you want.
Train in state-of-the-art centres
Our training centres are designed to create the perfect environment for you to gain your practical skills.
Our training has the personal touch
You’ll train in small groups with guidance, support and inspiration provided by expert OLCI tutors. This personal attention continues away from our centres – with tutors available to help you by email, phone, fax or post.
Courses which lead to industry recognised qualifications
Our courses lead to qualifications including City & Guilds, EAL, NVQ and ACS for registration with Gas Safe Register. These certificates can demonstrate to customers or employers that you’re qualified for specific work.
Complete courses
Our courses include all your practical and theory training. You can also choose from a wide range of additional short courses.
Begin straight away
You can get started on one of our courses as soon as you enrol so you can profit from your skills sooner.
Easy Payment Options
A range of options are available to help you spread the cost of your training and get started on the training you want.
Business Support Service*
Using our knowledge and experience, we can help you set up your business with advice on ways to get customers, organising insurance & doing your books. Plus, you can get a Trade Supplier Discount Card to use on materials, tools and equipment.
Job Support Service*
If you’d like to work for a company, you could benefit from our industry contacts that may be looking to recruit people like you. As a reputable company, we never guarantee a job although we’ll do all we reasonably can to help you. We will also give you a Trade Supplier Discount Card to use on materials, tools and equipment.
Expert, ethical advice
You can contact our Career Advisors for expert advice on the skills and qualifications you need and the jobs they will enable you to do. We also provide accurate, honest information – for example, we will do all we reasonably can to help you but the nature of the job market means we do not guarantee placements and jobs.
* Available with selected course, including ’Become a Qualified Plumber', ‘Become a Gas Engineer’, ‘Become a Fully Qualified Electrician’, ‘Domestic Electrical Installer’ and ‘Become a Green Engineer’ courses.
