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Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College

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

Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day.

The course covers the core skills and knowledge used across the construction industry. You'll study topics such as health and safety on site, working with tools and materials, and the basics of different construction trades. The course takes around one year to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Construction Skills.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop health and safety awareness for construction environments.
  • You'll learn how to use hand tools and power tools correctly.
  • You'll explore a range of construction trades, including carpentry, brickwork, and plastering.
  • You'll understand how to read and follow basic construction drawings and instructions.
  • You'll practise working as part of a team on construction tasks.
  • You'll learn about materials used in the building industry and how to handle them safely.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on activities. Assessment is through a mix of practical tasks and written work. You'll be assessed on your skills and knowledge throughout the course, rather than through a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction operative, carries out general tasks across building sites.
  • Labourer, supports trades workers on construction and civil engineering projects.
  • Groundworker, prepares foundations and drainage for new builds.
  • Maintenance operative, carries out basic repairs and upkeep on buildings.
  • Demolition operative, works on site clearance and structural removal projects.

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 Brickwork, for those who want to specialise in brickwork and masonry.
  • Level 2 NVQ in Construction Operations, builds on your Level 1 skills in a specific trade area.
  • CSCS Green Card, often the next practical step for those moving into site work.
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