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Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Poole

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth & Poole College Of Further Education, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll build practical plastering skills covering interior and exterior plastering, dry lining, plasterboard fixing, and sand and cement screeds. The course also covers health and safety, construction principles, and employability skills. You'll need GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in both subjects. A strong interest in construction is essential, and you'll attend an interview as part of the application process.

Who this course is for

The L2 Diploma in Plastering course is designed for students eager to explore plastering within the construction industry. It provides a strong foundation in practical, trade-based skills while also supporting the development of essential skills such as employability.

The course is tailored to help learners identify and take the next steps towards a successful career as a Plasterer.

Entry requirements

We require GCSEs in English and Maths at a Level 4 or Functional Skills at a Level 2.

Applicants will be invited to attend an interview, where we’ll discuss your behaviour, attendance record, and personal circumstances to ensure the course is the right fit for you. Progressing students will be considered based on similar criteria.

A strong interest in the construction industry is essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply plastering materials to interior walls and ceilings
  • You'll fix dry lining and plasterboards to interior surfaces
  • You'll lay sand and cement screeds
  • You'll apply plastering materials to external backgrounds
  • You'll follow health, safety, and welfare practices on construction sites
  • You'll read and use building construction information
  • You'll develop employability skills relevant to the plastering trade

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical training in a workshop environment, alongside classroom sessions covering construction principles and theory. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate plastering techniques, as well as written or knowledge-based assessments. A practical trade test forms part of the interview process before you start the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth & Poole College Of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you have a recent school report, bring a copy to your interview. It can be a physical copy, a screenshot, or accessed through your school's online portal.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plasterer: apply interior and exterior plaster on new builds and refurbishments
  • Dry liner: fix plasterboard and partition systems in commercial and residential projects
  • Screeder: lay floor screeds in construction and renovation work
  • Construction operative: entry-level site roles while building trade experience
  • Self-employed plasterer: take on domestic and commercial contracts independently

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering: the next step for plasterers aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and higher-level site work.
  • Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plastering: deepens technical knowledge and opens doors to supervisory roles.
  • Apprenticeship in Plastering: combine work and study to gain on-site experience while earning.
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