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Free Level 1 Construction Course in Redditch

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Redditch. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Alliance House. You'll need a minimum Grade 2 in GCSE English and Maths to apply, and you'll take an entry assessment at interview. Over one year of full-time daytime study, you'll build practical skills across a range of construction trades, covering health and safety, construction processes, and workplace expectations. Units combine hands-on workshop sessions with classroom theory.

Who this course is for

This is a Level 1 qualification that enables you to progress into further learning in the construction sector. You will learn practical skills that enable you to complete common tasks in carpentry and joinery. You will take this qualification if you wish to improve your manual dexterity to enable you to progress in to further learning in construction.

Entry requirements

A minimum of a Grade 2 in GCSE English and Mathematics. You will need to have an interest in construction industry and be prepared to undertake an entry assessment during your interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety practices on construction sites and in workshops.
  • You'll carry out basic practical tasks across a range of construction trades.
  • You'll develop manual dexterity and hands-on skills in carpentry and joinery.
  • You'll learn how the construction industry is organised and how it operates.
  • You'll practise working effectively with others in a team setting.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to construction workplaces.

How you will learn

Learning combines practical workshop sessions with classroom-based theory. You'll be assessed through practical tasks, short written or online tests, a portfolio of evidence, and tutor observation. Classes are full-time and run during the day at Alliance House in Redditch.

What you will need to bring

You'll need stationery, steel toe-capped boots, and a tape measure. Heart of Worcestershire College Alliance House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction labourer: entry-level site work across trade areas.
  • Carpentry and joinery assistant: supporting skilled carpenters on site.
  • Bricklaying assistant: helping with brickwork and masonry tasks.
  • Plumbing assistant: supporting plumbers in domestic or commercial settings.
  • Construction apprentice: earning while training in a specific trade.

What you could study next

This qualification is a stepping stone into trade-specific study. You could move on to a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification in bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing, or another trade. A Level 2 trade NVQ is the route toward a CSCS skilled-worker card, which most employers require on site. Construction apprenticeships are also open to you after completing this Course.

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