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North Hertfordshire College and Electrassure Supercharge Local Skills Development
North Hertfordshire College (NHC) is pleased to launch a new Electric Vehicle (EV) charging point installation training academy later this month in collaboration with local EV charging solutions provider ElectrAssure.
The ElectrAssure Training Academy, based at NHC’s Engineering and Construction Campus in Stevenage, provides skills training for electrical apprentices and electricians already working in industry to broaden their skillset in the sustainable technology field.
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The Training Academy is the result of conversations between North Hertfordshire College, ElectrAssure, and other local employers about the current and future skills gaps within the industry and how to meet these through new training provision. ElectrAssure has worked closely with NHC to develop the content of this training, applying their nine years of experience in delivering bespoke EV charging solutions to design practical learning opportunities ensuring learners build a broad understanding of EV charging technology.
ElectrAssure has also sponsored the installation of charge points at the campus to enable training delivery, providing local people with the opportunity to gain valuable skills for a sustainable future.
Kit Davies, Principal and CEO of North Hertfordshire College, said: “This is a great example of how the College is working closely with employers and industry specialists to identify and meet the skills gaps locally and prepare students at the College with the skills required both now and in the future.”
Alun Davies, Operations Director of ElectrAssure, said: “We are really pleased to be working with the College on this training academy to provide skills delivery identified and required within the industry. The creation of the ElectrAssure Training Academy enables electricians to access this training locally and supports the development of sustainable technologies and skills required to deliver and support the growing requirement for electrical vehicle charge points locally, regionally, and nationally.”
For more information about the ElectrAssure Training Academy and courses available, please contact Julie King at JKing@nhc.ac.uk
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