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Entry Level Construction Skills in Wallsend – Tyne Metropolitan College

Cost£993.00
Duration3 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Entry Level Construction Skills in Wallsend. Classes run at Tyne Metropolitan College, full-time during the day.

This construction skills course introduces you to the basics of working in the construction industry. You'll study topics such as health and safety on site, working with tools, and understanding materials. The course runs for around 3 months.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Award in Construction Skills at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = TCON | Course Title = Construction Courses (TM) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60104053 | Qualification Aim Title = Award in Construction Skills (Entry 3) | College Delivery Area = STEM Construction and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the basics of health and safety on construction sites.
  • You'll develop skills in using hand tools and equipment safely.
  • You'll gain knowledge of common construction materials and their uses.
  • You'll understand how to work as part of a team on site.
  • You'll learn about the different trades and roles within the construction industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at Tyne Metropolitan College. Assessment is based on coursework, practical tasks, and short written or oral questions. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and check your progress as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tyne Metropolitan College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction operative, carries out general tasks on building sites.
  • Labourer, supports tradespeople and keeps sites clear and safe.
  • Site assistant, helps with materials, tools, and basic site duties.
  • Groundworker, prepares land and foundations for construction projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Construction Skills, the natural next step after this entry level construction skills qualification.
  • Level 2 Diploma in a specific trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, or plastering, for those who want to specialise.
  • A construction apprenticeship, combining paid work with further training toward a recognised trade qualification.
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