Free Entry Level 3 Plastering Course in Seghill. Evening plastering classes run at Northumberland Skills Construction, so you can fit study around your week. This entry level plastering course runs over 5 weeks, part-time. You'll cover the basics of plastering, working safely, and using tools and materials correctly. It's a practical introduction to the trade, designed for adult learners.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners
What you will learn
You'll learn how to prepare surfaces for plastering
You'll practise applying plaster to walls and ceilings
You'll use plastering tools and equipment safely and correctly
You'll follow health and safety rules on a construction site
You'll identify the right materials and mixes for different plastering tasks
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the classroom and workshop. Assessment is based on practical tasks and short knowledge checks. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out plastering techniques safely and to the required standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland Skills Construction will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer's labourer, supporting skilled plasterers on site
Trainee plasterer, working toward a full plastering trade role
Construction operative, general site work across trades
Dry lining operative, fixing plasterboard and internal partitions
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Plastering: the next step up, covering a wider range of plastering techniques and preparing you for trade-level work.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering: the qualification plasterers need to work at a skilled level and apply for a CSCS skilled-worker card. This is the main target for anyone aiming to become a plasterer.
