Free Level 2 Formwork Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Construction Skills and Innovation Centre, part-time during the day. The course takes around one year to complete. You'll develop the practical skills needed to work with formwork systems on construction sites, covering the techniques and safety knowledge that groundworker and formwork roles require. Formwork classes are spread across the week at a manageable pace. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to erect and dismantle formwork structures safely.
You'll understand the properties and uses of different formwork materials.
You'll apply health and safety regulations relevant to formwork operations.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll use hand and power tools correctly and safely.
You'll work to tolerances and quality standards on formwork tasks.
You'll identify and manage risks on a construction site.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical, hands-on sessions. You'll be assessed through a combination of observed practical tasks, written or oral questions, and a portfolio of evidence that records your competence across the qualification units. Your assessor will observe you working and ask questions to confirm your understanding.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Construction Skills and Innovation Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Formwork operative. Sets up and strips formwork on construction projects.
Groundworker. Carries out groundworks including concrete and formwork tasks.
Concrete frame operative. Works on structural concrete frames using formwork systems.
Shuttering carpenter. Specialises in timber formwork for concrete pours.
Construction labourer (formwork). Supports formwork teams on site.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Formwork. The next step for experienced operatives moving into supervisory or more complex formwork roles.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Groundworks. Broadens your construction skills if you want to work across groundworks as well as formwork.
CSCS Skilled Worker Card. Once you hold a relevant NVQ, you can apply for a CSCS card, which many construction employers require for site access.
