Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Skills for Working in Construction and Building Industries Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Inspire Learning, full-time during the day. This skills for working in construction and building industries qualification follows a Carpentry and Joinery pathway. You'll also study maths and English alongside practical construction skills. The course includes work experience and job-seeking activities to help you move into an apprenticeship, traineeship, or paid work. It runs for one year. Entry is open to those working at Level 1 or below.

Who this course is for

This is a Level 1 qualification in Construction with a pathway in Carpentry and Joinery for 16-19 year olds (or up to 24 with learning difficulty) which is delivered at Eastbourne Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield. Our students will also study maths and English. The study programme provides activities to improve young peoples' job seeking skills, and provides work experience that prepares learners to move on to a traineeship, paid work or apprenticeship. The student will also be able to apply for a bursary and to claim student travel.

Entry requirements

Level 1 or below

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical carpentry and joinery skills used on construction sites.
  • You'll learn how to work safely in construction environments.
  • You'll study the basics of the construction and building industries.
  • You'll build your maths and English skills alongside your trade training.
  • You'll practise job-seeking skills, including CV writing and interview preparation.
  • You'll gain work experience to prepare you for employment or an apprenticeship.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Inspire Learning. The course includes work experience placements alongside your study programme. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the year. You'll also take part in activities designed to develop your employability skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Inspire Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter's labourer. Entry-level site work supporting qualified carpenters.
  • Joinery workshop assistant. Hands-on work making and fitting timber products.
  • Construction operative. General site work across a range of trades.
  • Apprentice carpenter. Earn while you train toward a full carpentry qualification.
  • Maintenance assistant. Basic repairs and upkeep in housing or commercial settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry. The next step if you want to work toward a CSCS skilled-worker card as a carpenter.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Joinery. Focuses on workshop and bench joinery skills.
  • Construction Apprenticeship. Combine work and study to gain a recognised trade qualification while earning a wage.
  • Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2. Strengthens your options for further training and employment.

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