Start Date
- September 2024, Full Time
Summary
This course is an exciting opportunity to develop a range of knowledge and skills in a variety of construction trade areas. The course will include both practical and theory sessions and you will also cover personal development topics to develop employability skills to support progress to an apprenticeship, further study or employment opportunities.
Why our college?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
You will need to attend a taster day with our Easton Construction team prior to enrolment.
Learning Outcomes
- Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare
- Using Carpentry and Joinery hand tools
- Introductory Bricklaying with the opportunity to explore extension models.
- Learning how to use plastering tools and how to apply.
- Introductory Tiling including using a tile cutter.
- Painting and wallpapering skills
Objective
This course will help you develop practical skills and underpinning knowledge in a range of trade areas.
Assessment
All practical assessments will be taken in the workshops. Theory assessments will be taken under exam conditions.
Progression
This course can lead onto a trade specific Level 1 course in your chosen trade pathway.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over please contact the Advice Shop. Please check our Finance pages for information on loans, bursaries, fee information and student travel offers that are available. Alternatively please contact the Advice Shop. Students will need to provide their own overalls, protective footwear and stationary
