Supporting the Next Generation of Electricians — A JUDI Awards Nomination for Renew Elec Training
Renew Elec Training (RET) is proud to have been nominated for an InstallerSHOW JUDI Award for Educational Content — a recognition that reflects not just the work we produce, but the learners we support every day.
The nomination recognises the collective work of the RET team, including both Alex Tranter and Sam Lawler, and highlights the impact that consistent, learner-focused educational content can have across the electrical industry.
What the JUDI Awards represent
The JUDI Awards celebrate those across the trades who are using content to educate, inspire, and connect with others in the industry. They recognise creators who are not only skilled in their trade, but committed to sharing that knowledge in a way that helps others progress.
For RET, being nominated in the Educational Content category reflects the core purpose behind everything we create — learning that is clear, practical, and designed to genuinely support people.
A learner-first approach to training
At Renew Elec Training, everything begins with the learner.
Many of the individuals we support are not following a traditional path into the industry. Instead, they are:
Returning to education after time away
Changing careers later in life
Balancing study alongside work and family commitments
Rebuilding confidence after previous experiences in education
These learners often require a different approach — one that is more flexible, more supportive, and more realistic.
Our content is designed with this in mind — not just to deliver information, but to make it easier to understand, revisit, and apply.
Breaking down the stigma of re-entering education
One of the most significant barriers to entering the electrical trade is not ability — it is confidence.
There is still a stigma attached to going back into education, particularly for adult learners. Many feel that they are starting from behind or that they won’t be able to keep pace in a traditional classroom environment.
At RET, we actively challenge that narrative.
We recognise that learning is not linear, and that everyone progresses at their own pace. By providing accessible, structured content that learners can return to as often as needed, we aim to remove pressure and create a more supportive learning experience.
Learning that works around the individual
Flexibility is central to how people learn effectively, particularly when they are balancing other commitments.
RET content is built to allow learners to:
Watch and re-watch explanations as many times as needed
Pause, step away, and come back without losing progress
Revisit topics when revising for assessments
Build understanding incrementally, rather than feeling rushed
This approach gives learners control — something that is often missing in more traditional learning settings.
Simplifying complex electrical concepts
Electrical theory and calculations can often feel complex, particularly when they are taught in isolation from real-world application.
Through our content, we focus on making these topics more accessible by:
Breaking concepts down into clear, manageable steps
Linking theory directly to practical scenarios
Providing context for why calculations matter in real installations
Removing unnecessary barriers to understanding
This is particularly important within our Maths for Electricians framework, where the goal is to make calculations feel like a natural part of the job, rather than a separate academic challenge.
Supporting learning beyond the classroom
Learning does not stop at the end of a lesson.
Many learners need ongoing support — whether that is revisiting a topic, reinforcing their understanding, or building confidence ahead of assessments.
RET content is designed to act as an extension of the classroom, providing:
A reliable reference point for revision
Additional support for apprentices
Accessible explanations outside of teaching hours
A way to strengthen understanding over time
This helps learners stay engaged and continue progressing, even when they are studying independently.
Recognising the wider education community
The JUDI Awards also highlight the wider community of educators and creators who are contributing to trade learning in meaningful ways.
Across the industry, there are individuals producing content that:
Breaks down complex processes into simple guidance
Shares real-world experience openly
Encourages new entrants into the trades
Supports those already on their learning journey
This collective effort is helping to make the trades more accessible, more transparent, and more supportive.
A more inclusive pathway into the trades
A key part of this shift is improving access.
At Renew Elec Training, there is a clear focus on creating an environment where anyone feels able to start or return to learning — regardless of background, experience, or previous education.
We try to use humour and experience to help learners see a better way to produce their work and study.
The visibility of different pathways into the trade, and the availability of supportive learning resources, both play an important role in widening participation.
Looking ahead
This nomination is something the team at Renew Elec Training is incredibly proud of, but it also reinforces the responsibility that comes with supporting learners.
The focus moving forward remains clear:
Continue creating content that learners can trust and revisit
Support those who need a more flexible approach to training
Help individuals overcome barriers to entering and progressing in the electrical trade
Most importantly, it is about helping people build confidence in their own ability to learn and succeed.
Because when learning becomes accessible, clear, and supportive, more people are able to take that first step — and continue moving forward