Becoming self-employed is a journey - not a one-time decision. It's about building skills, earning trust, and learning from experience. With the right mindset, certifications, and persistence, you can turn your independence into long-term success.

If you're thinking of going self-employed as an MHE trainer, here's a quick roadmap:

Set up your business: Register as a sole trader or limited company and get the right insurance (public liability and professional indemnity).

Build a portfolio: Use your current experience to show off your skills and past training work.

Market yourself: Set up a website or LinkedIn, and don't be afraid to network! Word of mouth is gold in this field.

Stay updated: Keep up with any new certifications or industry changes to stay relevant.

Track your finances: Keep on top of your money-either by using accounting software or hiring an accountant.

Once you've got your base set up, it's all about getting clients and offering great, tailored training.

Good luck! You've already got the qualifications, now it's just about getting out there!

Hi Josh
You might want to consider gaining duplicate accreditation with ITTSAR and looking at their website and the Instructor vacancies they have and consider the sub-contractor to an established company route.
That way you are "self-employed" but with the back-up of work being supplied rather than trying to do everything yourself.