Free Level 1 Construction Course in Bolton – Bright Direction Training Bolton

CostFREE
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Construction Course in Bolton. Classes run at Bright Direction Training Bolton, during the day on a part-time basis. The course runs over 2 weeks, covering the construction industry, trades, materials, sustainability, and health and safety on site. You'll also cover hazard awareness, control measures, and safe working practices. This is a stepping stone toward Level 2 trade training and, from there, employment in construction. On successful completion, the centre pays for your CSCS card.

Who this course is for

Our Government fully-funded, CSCS Construction Course gives you the skills and qualifications to gain employment in the construction industry.

The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding to progress to further training in a construction trade area at Level 2, and on completion at Level 2 to progress into a job role in the construction industry.

This Level 1 qualification provides learners with an overview of the construction industry and influencing factors both locally and nationally. Learners will also develop an understanding of the health and safety requirements for working in the construction industry. This qualification is made up of two units and assessed via two multiple choice examinations.

In addition, we pay for your CSCS card on successful completion of the course.

Entry requirements

Aged 19+ A resident of the Greater Manchester area? Are unemployed, in receipt of benefits OR earning less than £23,104 a year?

What you will learn

  • You'll learn about the different areas and trades within the construction industry
  • You'll understand the stages of a construction project from start to finish
  • You'll identify common construction materials and their uses
  • You'll explore new technology and sustainability in modern construction
  • You'll recognise hazards and risks on construction sites
  • You'll understand control measures, site inductions, and safe working practices
  • You'll learn about hazardous substances and safe lifting and transportation procedures

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bright Direction Training Bolton. Teaching covers both construction knowledge and health and safety. Assessment is through the units that make up the NOCN Level 1 Award in Construction. The course also includes a Level 1 Award in Customer Service as an additional qualification on completion.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bright Direction Training Bolton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction labourer: entry-level site work after gaining your CSCS card
  • Construction operative: general duties across residential and commercial sites
  • Groundworker: foundations, drainage, and groundworks on construction sites
  • Site assistant: supporting trades and site supervisors day to day

What you could study next

This Level 1 Award is designed as a first step. The natural next qualification is a Level 2 in a specific construction trade, such as a Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry, Bricklaying, or Plastering. Completing a Level 2 NVQ opens the route to a CSCS skilled-worker card and employment as a qualified tradesperson. Some learners also progress to a Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Construction.

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