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Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Ashton-under-Lyne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College, full-time during the day.

The course gives you hands-on experience across several areas of construction. You'll explore different trades and find out where your strengths lie. Topics include practical construction skills, health and safety, and working methods used across the industry. The course runs over one year.

You'll need three GCSEs at grade 1 or above to apply, plus a successful interview with a construction tutor. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Construction Skills.

Who this course is for

This programme is the first step to gaining a qualification in the Construction Industry; this course will give you an insight into a number of different vocational areas enabling you to experience a wide range of Construction skills. This course would suit learners who would like a challenging career within a vibrant industry such as the Construction Industry but as yet do not know their chosen pathway..

The course covers the following units:

The course covers the following units: Health and safety in construction trades Working and communicating effectively in construction trades Construct woodworking joints Fit architrave and skirting Fit ironmongery to an internal door Mix construction materials Construct brick & Block walling Prepare common surface types for decoration Apply basic paint systems by brush and roller Apply foundation and plain papers

Entry requirements

Learners must have; 3 GCSEs grade 1 or above Successful interview with a Construction tutor A genuine interest in the subject Good communication skills A hardworking approach towards the industry

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a range of practical construction trades and techniques.
  • You'll develop core health and safety knowledge for construction sites.
  • You'll learn about the tools, materials, and methods used across the industry.
  • You'll practise hands-on skills in a workshop or practical setting.
  • You'll identify which area of construction suits you best.
  • You'll build an understanding of how construction projects are organised and delivered.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on activities. Assessment is based on the units you complete throughout the year. Your tutor will observe your practical work and you'll complete written tasks to show your understanding. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction operative, carries out general tasks on building sites.
  • Labourer, supports tradespeople and keeps sites running smoothly.
  • Site assistant, helps with materials, tools, and site preparation.
  • Groundworker, lays foundations, drainage, and external works.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering, a natural next step if you want to specialise in a trade.
  • Level 2 NVQ in a specific trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, or plastering, leading toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
  • Apprenticeship in construction, letting you earn while you train in your chosen area.
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