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training & qualifying

Metals businesses need ambitious young employees with a range of skills and experience from technical knowledge and practical ability to business and commercial skills. But whatever occupation interests you, employers are looking for people who are motivated, ambitious and committed to developing their skills and experience.

To unlock the many opportunities in the metals industry, you will need to develop relevant technical and business skills and experience.

There are a number of career-entry and development routes that are recognised by the industry to give you the training, qualifications, on-the-job skills and experience to put you on track for success.

However one of the best things about the metals industry, is that there is plenty of opportunity to specialise or re-route within the industry as you develop and broaden your skills.

your options

 
… still at school?

 
Choosing your GCSEs
GCSEs
A levels
 
… from school or college

 
Apprenticeships
University degrees
 
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Higher level qualifications