Free Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry for Plastering Course in Folkestone. Classes run at Folkestone College. You'll train full-time, five days a week, covering everything from preparing surfaces to applying smooth plaster finishes on walls and ceilings. The course covers health and safety, tools and materials, screeding, patching, and external finishes. At 44 weeks, it gives you solid hands-on time in well-equipped workshops. No previous plastering experience is needed. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Begin your journey into the construction industry and learn the specialism of Plastering.
What you will learn
You'll learn how plastering fits into the wider construction industry and how trades work together on site.
You'll practise health and safety rules used on plastering jobs.
You'll learn to select and prepare plastering tools and materials correctly.
You'll apply plaster to walls and ceilings, including patching and screeding.
You'll work on external and decorative surface finishes.
You'll build skills in producing straight, smooth, professional-looking surfaces.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in industry-standard workshops at Folkestone College. Most of your time is spent practising plastering techniques directly, with tasks increasing in complexity as you progress. You'll also have the opportunity to take part in skills competitions and community projects, applying what you've learned in broader settings. Assessment is based on your practical work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Folkestone College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer: apply and finish plaster on walls and ceilings in new builds and renovations.
Dry liner: fix plasterboard and internal wall systems on construction sites.
Renderer: apply external render and protective coatings to building facades.
Screeder: lay floor screeds in residential and commercial properties.
Construction labourer: support plastering and finishing trades on site.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plastering: the next step if you want to work as a qualified plasterer and work toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bricklaying: if you want to broaden your construction skills into another trade.
Functional Skills Maths or English Level 2: useful alongside trade qualifications if you need to meet employer entry requirements for apprenticeships or further study.
