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Unlock a brighter future
Civilians can never fully understand or appreciate the experiences undertaken by our brave Servicemen and women. Nor can we understand the pain suffered by our wounded or the difficulties in their transition back into civilian life.
Having enjoyed working successfully with members of the Armed Forces for over ten years, Anvil Locksmiths felt that it would like to give something in return – so, as a way to show its gratitude to these heroes, it is currently training three
Service personnel per month, wounded in action, on one of its three-day Advanced Locksmith Courses. All Anvil training programmes lead to City & Guilds qualifications.
The courses include a comprehensive set of reference books and training notes, a C&G Certificate, accommodation in a hotel, transport to and from the training venue, a light lunch and a substantial lock opening kit.
Anvil Locksmiths is extremely proud to be an Approved Learning Provider for the MoD’s Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme, and has since trained members of the Armed Forces as part of their resettlement programme. It offers a variety of courses run by: Gareth, key cutting training; Kevin, electrical training; Tom, auto training; and Peter, who delivers the locksmith training.
Peter comments, ‘Following a very moving visit to Headly Court Rehabilitation Centre, we were privileged to meet many young, fit and highly motivated soldiers who felt frustrated about being unable to do the job they had trained so hard for and leaving their friends behind on the frontline. We were so inspired by the total dedication of these patients we immediately made a donation to the charity. Following discussions among ourselves we felt that this alone was not enough and were honoured to be able to put together a training package to help in their rehabilitation.
‘We appreciate that, one day, every Serviceperson has to return to civilian life, and this is a great opportunity to undertake a completely different career. Our courses are for those wanting to be empowered and skilled to run their own business but with the security of a larger service provider offering round-the-clock help and advice.
To date we have enjoyed meeting and successfully training ten Servicemen, and feel humbled by the small way we have been able to offer them a new future, as well as making some amazing new friends.’
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