SELECT and SJIB warn against rise of rogue training providers and short courses

SELECT and the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) have issued a fresh warning about the dangers of rogue training providers offering short courses which claim to provide a fast-track route into the electrical industry. The two organisations say there is growing concern that people are being encouraged to believe they can acquire the knowledge, practical skills and […]

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Scotland’s electrotechnical bodies encourage school-leavers to join the industry and lead the net zero revolution

As students across Scotland prepare to receive their exam results, the country’s major electrotechnical bodies have once again urged them to consider a ‘green, AI-proof and truly rewarding’ career in the electrical industry. The tension is building for nearly 150,000 learners who will discover their grades on 4 August – and SELECT, the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) and Scottish […]

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Creating a safety net: how an apprentice recovered from financial fallout

Financial stress can rear its head at any time and quickly become overwhelming – especially for those just starting out in their careers. This was the case for Amy, a first-year apprentice living in a remote area of Scotland, who was made redundant shortly after purchasing her first home. With a new mortgage to pay […]

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Ellis Stevenson wins SkillELECTRIC gold

Twenty-two-year-old Ellis Stevenson, a recently qualified apprentice from SECTT and UHI Moray, has been named the first ever female SkillELECTRIC champion after excelling in the intensive 2025 UK Final over three days at Bridgend College. Taking second place and the silver medal was Adam Souter, also from SECTT and UHI Moray. Third place and the […]

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