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Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in North Shields

CostFREE
Duration100 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in North Shields. Classes run at Barnardo's Employment, Training and Skills North. You'll try out a range of trades before committing to one, including bricklaying, carpentry, painting and decorating, tiling, plastering, plumbing, and electrical work. No previous construction experience is needed. You'll have an assessment at interview to confirm this level 1 construction skills qualification is the right fit. The course runs full-time over 100 hours.

Who this course is for

If you're interested in a career in construction but not sure what trade you'd like to specialise in, this course will give you the chance to try out a range of / a practical skill area(s) before making a decision on which career path to follow. It's suitable for individuals of any age and requires no previous construction experience. You'll be able to try out trades such as bricklaying, carpentry, painting and decorating, tiling, plastering, plumbing or electrical work.

Entry requirements

You'll have an assessment at interview to make sure that this is the right level course for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll try out practical skills across trades including bricklaying, carpentry, and plastering.
  • You'll practise painting and decorating techniques.
  • You'll get hands-on experience with tiling.
  • You'll explore basic plumbing and electrical work tasks.
  • You'll develop safe working practices used across construction trades.
  • You'll identify which trade area suits your skills and interests.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a classroom and workshop setting. Assessment is practical and skills-based, reflecting the trade areas covered on the course. You'll be assessed as you work through each trade area rather than sitting a written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnardo's Employment, Training and Skills North will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bricklayer's labourer: entry-level site work supporting bricklaying teams.
  • Carpenter's labourer: assisting with timber framing and fitting tasks.
  • Painter and decorator: interior and exterior decorating work.
  • Plasterer's labourer: mixing and applying materials on site.
  • Plumber's mate: supporting plumbing installations and repairs.
  • General construction operative: broad site support across trades.

What you could study next

A level 1 construction skills certificate is a strong starting point for trade-specific training. From here you could move into a Level 2 Diploma in a specific trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, plastering, or painting and decorating. Level 2 is the standard entry point for most construction apprenticeships and trade employment. If you're aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card, you'll eventually need a relevant NVQ at Level 2 or above.

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