Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Carlisle College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. The course covers preparing surfaces, applying render and finishing coats, and working with a range of plastering materials and techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to gain your CSCS card, which lets you work on a building site. This City and Guilds level 2 plastering qualification is a strong foundation for a career as a plasterer.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at anyone interested in plastering and wanting an entry level into the Construction Industry
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or equivalent,Mature students with relevant experience and / or other qualifications may be eligible,You will also need to demonstrate the ability to achieve a level 1, in English and Maths as part of a programme of study
What you will learn
You'll prepare background surfaces ready for plastering
You'll apply scratch coats, render coats, and finishing coats
You'll mix plastering materials correctly for different applications
You'll fix sheet materials to walls and ceilings
You'll apply setting coats to achieve a smooth finish
You'll follow health and safety practices on a construction site
You'll develop the underpinning knowledge needed for practical plastering work
How you will learn
You'll split your time between practical sessions in a workshop and theory sessions in a classroom. Assessment includes practical training books and a practical synoptic test. The workshop is set up for hands-on plastering practice, so you build skill through doing as well as through classroom learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carlisle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer. How to become a plasterer: this is the direct entry route
Dry lining operative. Fixing plasterboard and internal wall systems
Rendering specialist. External render and insulated render systems
Construction labourer. Site work while building plastering experience
Self-employed plasterer. Many plasterers work for themselves
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plastering. The next step for experienced plasterers and the qualification linked to a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 3 NVQ in Solid Plastering or Fibrous Plastering. Specialist routes for decorative and heritage work.
Site Supervisor or Contracts Manager qualifications. If you move into running jobs or managing teams on site.
