Level 1 BTEC Construction Course in Waltham Forest for Young People with an EHCP
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of Belmont Park School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Level 1 BTEC Diploma in Construction Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Belmont Park School, full-time during the day. No prior knowledge or qualifications are needed to enrol. Over one year, you'll explore a broad range of construction trades, including bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, and plumbing. Units are selected to match the interests and goals of each group, so the course covers the practical basics across several areas of the industry. This is a Pearson Edexcel qualification.
Who this course is for
This qualification provides an engaging and in depth coverage of the world of construction. The
construction sector covers a wide range of activities, and so the choice of units available
enables the precise nature of the qualification to be tailored to meet the interests and
progression aspirations of individual groups of students. Students can start to learn the basics
of many of the practical skills needed in the industry, selected from the following: bricklaying,
carpentry, joinery, plumbing, plastering, electrical installation, painting, decorating, drawing
and building maintenance. There are also opportunities to understand more about what it
means to work as part of a team, and to work safely.
Entry requirements
No prior knowledge, understanding, skills or
qualifications are required before learners can
register for this qualification. However, centres
must follow the Edexcel Access and Recruitment
Policy
What you will learn
You'll develop foundational practical skills across construction trades including bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, and plumbing.
You'll learn how materials and tools are used on construction projects.
You'll understand health and safety practices relevant to construction work.
You'll explore how the construction industry is organised and the range of roles within it.
You'll practise hands-on techniques in a structured learning environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical activities at Belmont Park School. Assessment is unit-based, using a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence. There are no written exams. Your work is assessed against set criteria for each unit, and you build up a body of evidence across the year to complete the Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Belmont Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer's labourer: support skilled bricklayers on site
Carpenter's mate: assist with timber framing and fitting work
Plumbing apprentice: entry-level role supporting qualified plumbers
Construction operative: general site work across trades
Joinery workshop assistant: support joinery production in a workshop setting
What you could study next
Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Construction: the natural next step, going deeper into your chosen trade.
Level 2 NVQ in a specific trade (bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing): workplace-based qualification that moves you toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Construction Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training in a specific trade at Level 2 or above.
