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Vladimir Nishanov

Competitor in Skill: Plumbing and Heating
Country: Russia

How did you get interested in your skill?
Always liked to do something with his hands, and because the plumbing is all in the house – always required professional male hands.

Where did you do your training for your skill?
The first experience of skill (if I may say so), of course, at home. Then I tried in College.

How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
First learned about the organization at the College.

Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
We have this family as both father and grandfather were plumbers. Dad was my first mentor, he's a plumber with extensive experience. Dad and taught me all the tricks of the plumbing and heating work.

What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?
Participated in the championship of Russia.

Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
Most memorable moment – raising on stage, when it was announced that first place from me.


Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills
Participation in this prestigious championship.....professional development, a sense of pride, and another milestone - the next championship. Most importantly – do not stop there! Go ahead!

Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
Participation in training helps to gain a high rate, In the work of passion, I want even more qualified to work, to learn new technologies from its partners

What do you currently do? Where do you work?
Getting ready to go to College, work at my College, because it is impossible to stay on our laurels

 What are your future career aspirations?
The next stage – higher education - want to go to College (MGSU) part time faculty, and working as a professional plumber