Free Level 1 Exploring Construction and Building Crafts Course in Chester. Classes run at Chester Work Zone. The course runs full-time over 4 days and is designed for people currently working in construction or looking to move into it. You'll explore the construction industry and building crafts, building the knowledge you need to take the CITB health, safety, and environment test. Passing that test is the step you need to apply for a CSCS Green Card, which opens the door to working on construction sites.
Who this course is for
Learners who currently work, or want to work, in construction. Successful completion will enable you to move on to take the CITB health, safety, and environment test, and then apply for the new Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) Green Card.
What you will learn
You'll explore the different trades and crafts that make up the construction industry.
You'll learn about health, safety, and environment practices on construction sites.
You'll develop the knowledge needed to sit the CITB health, safety, and environment test.
You'll understand the requirements for obtaining a CSCS Green Card.
You'll gain an overview of how construction projects are planned and carried out.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Chester Work Zone over 4 full days. You'll be assessed through coursework and knowledge-based activities linked to the qualification content. Assessment is designed to confirm your understanding of construction industry practices and health and safety requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chester Work Zone will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Construction labourer: entry-level site work once you hold a CSCS Green Card.
Groundworker: laying foundations, drainage, and kerbing on construction sites.
Builders' merchant assistant: supporting trade customers with materials and supplies.
Site operative: general construction tasks under the supervision of skilled tradespeople.
Maintenance operative: carrying out basic repairs and upkeep in buildings or facilities.
What you could study next
CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test: the direct next step after this course, required before applying for a CSCS Green Card.
CSCS Green Card: not a qualification, but the card you'll apply for once you pass the CITB test. It allows you to work on most UK construction sites.
Level 2 NVQ in a specific trade (such as bricklaying, carpentry, or groundwork): the route toward a skilled-worker CSCS card and recognised trade status.
