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Entry Level Construction Skills in Stroud

Cost£450.00
Duration378 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Entry Level Construction Skills in Stroud. Classes run at SGS Stroud Campus, full-time during the day.

Most full-time places are for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, concessions may be available, but full-time study programmes may not be suitable. Check the SGS Stroud Campus website for details. The course covers practical construction skills including health and safety, working with tools, and basic trade techniques. You'll complete around 378 hours of study.

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

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to work safely on a construction site, following health and safety rules.
  • You'll use hand tools and basic power tools correctly.
  • You'll handle and move construction materials safely.
  • You'll follow instructions and work as part of a team.
  • You'll develop awareness of different construction trades.
  • You'll practise basic practical tasks used in everyday construction work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on activities in the classroom and workshop. Assessment is based on practical tasks and observations of your work. You may also complete short written or portfolio-based tasks to show your knowledge. Your tutor will assess your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS Stroud Campus 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 running smoothly.
  • Groundworker, prepares land and lays foundations for construction projects.
  • Site assistant, helps with materials, tools, and site tidying.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Construction Skills, a natural next step to build on your entry level construction skills qualification.
  • Level 2 Diploma in a specific trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, or plastering, leading toward skilled construction work.
  • Apprenticeship in Construction, combining paid work with further training in your chosen trade.
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