Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Skipton. Evening classes run at Craven College Auction Mart Campus, part-time over 27 weeks. The course is free for some learners. If you earn less than £25,000, you may qualify for a free place. Call 01756 693 309 to check your eligibility. The construction skills classes cover core practical and technical skills across the construction trades. Evening study means you can fit the level 1 construction skills qualification around your existing commitments.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills used across construction trades
You'll learn safe working practices on construction sites
You'll handle and use construction tools and materials correctly
You'll understand how different trades relate to each other
You'll build knowledge of basic construction techniques relevant to plumbing and other trades
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Craven College Auction Mart Campus. You'll learn through a mix of practical exercises and taught sessions. Assessment is based on the City and Guilds Certificate in Construction Skills requirements. Contact the centre directly for full details of how you'll be assessed on this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Craven College Auction Mart Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber's mate: assist qualified plumbers on domestic and commercial jobs
Construction labourer: support tradespeople across a range of site tasks
Maintenance operative: carry out basic repairs and upkeep in buildings
Groundworker: prepare sites and lay foundations for construction projects
Plumbing apprentice: how to become a plumber starts with a recognised qualification like this
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the next step if you want to work toward becoming a qualified plumber
Level 2 NVQ in Construction Operations: broadens your practical site skills across the construction trades
Level 2 Certificate in Construction: builds on your Level 1 knowledge and may support entry to an apprenticeship
