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Free Level 1 Construction Course in Stratford-upon-Avon

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Stratford-upon-Avon. Classes run at Stratford-upon-Avon College, full-time during the day.

The course covers basic carpentry, basic bricklaying, and employability skills. You'll work mostly in the construction workshops, completing practical assignments. The course runs over one year. Entry requires a minimum of two GCSEs at Grade E or above, a suitable reference, and an interview.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Construction Skills.

Who this course is for

Our Level 1 course is ideal for those who have an interest in a career in the Construction Industry but do not have any knowledge of the trade areas or what they offer.

Entry requirements

Minimum 2 GCSEs at Grade E/2 or above OR a BTEC or City & Guilds Construction Qualification.

A Suitable Reference and Interview.

Good levels of English and Maths are important for your success in your course, your chosen vocation and life. Throughout your course you will continue to develop your English and Maths skills in your vocational classes.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise basic carpentry skills in a workshop setting.
  • You'll develop basic bricklaying skills through hands-on tasks.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to the construction industry.
  • You'll gain underpinning knowledge of construction trade areas.
  • You'll continue developing your English and Maths skills throughout the course.

How you will learn

Most of the course takes place in the construction workshops at Stratford-upon-Avon College. You'll complete practical assignments assessed by qualified assessors. Some underpinning knowledge is covered, but this is usually taught in a practical setting too. You must pass all practical assignments to complete the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stratford-upon-Avon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction operative, supports site work across a range of trades.
  • Labourer, assists skilled tradespeople on building sites.
  • Bricklayer, lays bricks and blocks to construct walls and structures.
  • Carpenter, works with timber on buildings and fit-outs.
  • Plasterer, applies plaster to walls and ceilings.
  • Painter and decorator, finishes interior and exterior surfaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry, a step toward skilled carpentry work and a CSCS card.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying, builds on the bricklaying skills from this course.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Plastering, for those who want to specialise in plastering.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating, the next step for decorating roles.
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