Free BTEC Level 2 Construction and Built Environment Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road, full-time during the day. This level 2 BTEC construction and built environment course takes one year to complete. You learn through projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, covering both practical skills and construction theory. To enrol, you'll need a minimum of three GCSEs including English, Maths and Science, with at least a grade 3 or above in either English or Maths. All students sit an initial assessment.
Who this course is for
Transition BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Construction and the built environment is a vocational (work related) course involving practical and theory based work. You will learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area you are interested in, you will develop the skills you need to start and/or further develop your education and career.
Entry requirements
A minimum of three GCSEs including English, Maths and Science, and at least a grade 3 and above in either English or Maths. All students will sit an initial assessment. If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to help you find the best option for you. Email [email protected] or call 0151 252 3607.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of construction and the built environment
You'll develop practical skills through hands-on, project-based tasks
You'll learn how construction projects are planned and managed
You'll study health and safety practices on construction sites
You'll understand the materials and methods used in building work
You'll develop the skills needed to progress in a construction career or further education
How you will learn
You learn through projects and assignments set in realistic workplace contexts. Assessment is coursework-based, with no formal written exams for most units. You complete tasks that reflect real construction industry demands, building a portfolio of evidence as you go. Classes are delivered in person at the college, full-time during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Vauxhall Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Labourer, supporting trades on construction sites
Construction operative, general site work and groundwork
Apprentice bricklayer, learning how to become a bricklayer on the job
Apprentice carpenter, a first step toward becoming a carpenter
Apprentice plumber, entry route into plumbing trades
Site assistant, supporting project teams across building sites
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Construction and the Built Environment. A natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge or move toward higher education in construction.
Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in a specific trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, or plumbing. Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification.
Level 3 NVQ in a construction trade. Leads toward a CSCS skilled-worker card for site work.
