Free Level 2 Plasterer Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You train on the job, applying plaster to walls, floors, and ceilings while earning. The course covers both traditional plastering and dry lining, giving you the full range of skills employers expect. It typically takes 36 months to complete. This is a level 2 plasterer qualification that prepares you for skilled plastering work in the construction industry.
Who this course is for
The broad purpose of this occupation is to apply layers of plaster onto walls, floors and ceilings. Plastering serves a protective function, in that it makes buildings more robust and also an aesthetic function. Plasterers will often complete dry lining projects during their career. Although a person may specialise solely in dry lining, a plasterer must have the knowledge of dry lining in addition to their knowledge and skills to plaster. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with commercial and domestic customers, other trades, architects and site managers. All plasterers can work on their own or as part of a small team. They work on small-scale domestic jobs, large repair and restoration projects and on big commercial developments such as schools or hospitals, therefore coming into contact with a wide range of people. Whilst some plasterers are directly employed by companies specialising in plastering, there are a lot who are sub contracted by companies to work on new or existing buildings.
What you will learn
You'll apply plaster to walls, floors, and ceilings to a professional finish.
You'll carry out dry lining projects using appropriate techniques and materials.
You'll understand the protective and aesthetic functions of plastering in construction.
You'll select and use the correct tools and materials for different plastering tasks.
You'll work safely on site, following health and safety requirements.
You'll read and interpret work instructions and specifications.
How you will learn
You learn through your day-to-day work in a plastering role. Training is employer-supported and takes place on site. Assessment is by end point assessment, which tests the knowledge, skills, and behaviours you've built up over the course. This includes a practical demonstration of your plastering work and a professional discussion with an independent assessor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Vocational Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer: apply plaster and render on new builds and refurbishments.
Dry lining operative: install plasterboard systems in commercial and residential projects.
Rendering specialist: external render and finish on walls and facades.
Ceiling fixer: fix suspended and plasterboard ceiling systems.
Self-employed plasterer: take on domestic and commercial contracts independently.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering: moves you into supervisory roles and more complex projects.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to pass on your plastering skills as a trainer or assessor.
CSCS Skilled Worker Card: not a qualification, but the card employers require on most construction sites, supported by your Level 2 plasterer certificate.
