Thanks for the prompt reply.
I've read the same advice on a lot of posts, so it seems like this is the way to go about things.
Again however, it's all well and good paying money to get certified, but without experience and skills under my belt, will I be essentially unemployable?
Do I need to look into abseiling, rock-climbing, window cleaning etc on the side in order to make myself more employable?
Are rope access jobs numerous?
Apologies for all the questions, and appreciate a lot of these have been answered, but it helps to ask and receive answers specific to your