Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Coalville. Classes run at Stephenson College, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your age and circumstances, though fee remission may be available for eligible learners. You'll need GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above to enrol. The course runs for one year and covers the foundational knowledge and practical skills used across the construction trades. It's a strong base for moving into an apprenticeship or a higher-level construction skills qualification.
Who this course is for
For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care
Plan (EHCP).
The Level 1 course equips students with the foundational knowledge and
practical skills to progress onto a higher level course or into an
Apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above
For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care
Plan (EHCP)
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across core construction trades including plumbing, carpentry, and brickwork.
You'll learn how to work safely on construction sites and follow health and safety procedures.
You'll understand the tools, materials, and techniques used in the building industry.
You'll gain knowledge of how different trades connect within a construction project.
You'll build the practical and technical foundation needed to progress to a Level 2 course or apprenticeship.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that test your skills and knowledge across the construction trades. Stephenson College will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stephenson College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing apprentice. Entry-level role in domestic or commercial plumbing.
Carpentry apprentice. Working with timber on construction sites or fit-out projects.
Bricklaying apprentice. Building walls and structures on new-build or renovation sites.
General construction operative. Supporting trades across a range of site tasks.
Groundworks operative. Preparing sites for foundations and drainage.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Heating. The next step if you want to specialise in plumbing and work toward a qualified plumber role.
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry. Builds on your construction skills and leads toward a skilled carpentry career.
Construction Apprenticeship (Level 2). Combines paid work with structured training in your chosen trade.
