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Free Level 2 Maintenance Operations Course in Newcastle-under-Lyme – Martec Training Newcastle

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Maintenance Operations Course in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Classes run at Martec Training Newcastle, full-time during the day. This course is for 16 to 19 year olds, and for learners aged 16 to 24 who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan.

The course covers practical maintenance skills across three areas: landscaping, construction, and building services. You'll also study self-employment, giving you an insight into working for yourself. No entry requirements are needed. The course takes around 12 months to complete.

You'll finish with an Ascentis Level 2 Diploma in Maintenance Operations.

Who this course is for

16-19 Learners on a study programme 16-24 Learners that hold an EHCP

Entry requirements

None Required

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills for a range of repair and maintenance jobs.
  • You'll learn landscaping techniques, including basic groundwork and outdoor maintenance.
  • You'll study construction maintenance tasks, such as minor repairs and upkeep of buildings.
  • You'll explore building services, covering basic plumbing, electrical awareness, and heating systems.
  • You'll gain knowledge of self-employment and what it means to work for yourself.
  • You'll build an understanding of health and safety in maintenance environments.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, with a strong focus on practical skills. You'll work through units covering landscaping, construction, and building services. The Introduction to Self-Employment unit uses a written assessment. Other units are assessed through practical tasks and observation. You'll study full-time during the day at Martec Training Newcastle.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Martec Training Newcastle will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Maintenance assistant, carries out repairs and upkeep in buildings or facilities.
  • Caretaker, looks after a school, office, or residential building.
  • Handyperson, handles a variety of small repair jobs for homes or businesses.
  • Groundsperson, maintains outdoor spaces, gardens, and sports facilities.
  • Multi-skilled operative, works across maintenance tasks in a larger organisation.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations, the next step for those wanting to take on more skilled or supervisory maintenance work.
  • Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Construction, useful if you want to strengthen your site safety knowledge.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Plumbing or Electrical Installation, if you want to specialise in a specific building services trade.
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