Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Cambridge

CostFee:1154.00 Concession: 161.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, full-time over one year. You'll need GCSEs at grade 2 or above in Maths and English to join. The course introduces you to a range of trades and occupations across the construction industry. You'll cover multiple units, building the practical and employability skills that construction employers look for. The fee is £1,154, with a concession rate of £161 available.

Who this course is for

Full time, one-year programme. On this course you will need to complete multiple units to gain the qualification. This qualification offers an engaging programme for 16 to 19 and also 19+ who wish to follow a vocationally related course to develop a range of employability skills essential for success in working life. This programme provides a variety of diverse and varied units, enabling students to have an introduction to the work of various occupations in the construction industry.

The course is made up of units relating to practical skills, which includes different trades within the construction industry. Theory units are to include Health and Safety and drawing/planning skills relating to the construction industry. Functional Skills or GCSE maths or English will also form part of the programme, and all learners will be required to study at an appropriate level.

You are expected to supplement College work with personal study at home or in the Learning Resource Centre. In addition to the specialist skills described above, we will help you to develop a range of wider skills that will make you into a well-rounded professional who will be highly valued by employers and universities. During tutorials we will develop your Employability skills, Personal Learning, Social and Community skills, together with your Specialist skills and qualification will give you a distinct advantage when it is time for you to progress to employment or further and higher education. Skills you can gain include;

C V writing Interview techniques Customer service Maths and English skills needed in day to day life Self-study and research Team working to complete projects

Entry requirements

To access this course you will need GCSEs at grade 2 or above in Maths and English, general education and a keen interest in your chosen subject area. In addition, a good school attendance record and report is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different trades and occupations within the construction industry.
  • You'll develop practical skills used across construction work.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to working in construction.
  • You'll learn about health and safety practices on construction sites.
  • You'll gain an understanding of materials, tools, and techniques used in the trade.
  • You'll complete units covering a variety of construction disciplines.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and practical workshop setting, full-time during the day. Learning is unit-based, and you'll need to complete multiple units to gain the qualification. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year, based on the work you produce and demonstrate across each unit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction labourer: entry-level site work across trades
  • Groundworker: drainage, foundations, and groundworks
  • Trades assistant: supporting carpenters, bricklayers, or plasterers
  • Site operative: general duties on residential or commercial builds
  • Maintenance operative: repairs and upkeep in buildings or facilities

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in a specific trade (such as Bricklaying, Carpentry, or Plastering): the next step if you want to specialise and work toward a skilled-worker CSCS card.
  • Level 2 Technical Certificate in Construction: a broader route if you're considering site management or surveying later.
  • Apprenticeship in a construction trade: combines paid work with a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in your chosen specialism.

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