Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Leeds – Leeds College of Building – Part-time
CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds College of Building, part-time during the day, over 30 weeks. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Diploma before you start. The course covers plastering tools and techniques, preparing surfaces, applying sand and cement render, lightweight plaster, floor screed, and fibrous plasterwork. You'll also work with different types of plasterboard for internal surfaces. A solid plastering qualification for anyone looking to build trade skills at a manageable pace.
Who this course is for
L2 Diploma in Plastering: How to use plastering tools and equipment e.g. trowel and hand board; Discover the origin of plaster; How to prepare walls and ceilings of prior to applying plaster; How to apply sand/cement and lightweight plaster to various backgrounds; How to create and fix fibrous plasterwork such as dado rails and ceiling centres; How to apply external render and floor screed; The various types of plasterboard that are available and how to prepare them for internal surfaces. There is also the opportunity to visit a local plasterboard plant to see how the products are manufactured
Entry requirements
You will have successfully completed a Level 1 Diploma.
What you will learn
You'll use plastering tools and equipment, including trowels and hand boards.
You'll prepare walls and ceilings ready for plastering.
You'll apply sand and cement render and lightweight plaster to different backgrounds.
You'll apply external render and floor screed.
You'll create and fix fibrous plasterwork such as dado rails and ceiling centres.
You'll work with different types of plasterboard and prepare them for internal surfaces.
You'll learn about the origins and properties of plaster.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical hands-on work at Leeds College of Building. Training covers both the knowledge and the physical skills needed for plastering. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based elements in line with the City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds College of Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer: apply plaster, render, and screed on construction sites.
Dry lining operative: fix and finish plasterboard for internal walls and ceilings.
Renderer: apply external render to residential and commercial buildings.
Fibrous plasterer: create and install decorative plaster features.
Self-employed plastering contractor: take on domestic and commercial plastering work.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering: the next step if you want to work toward a CSCS skilled-worker card as a qualified plasterer.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach plastering or construction trades in the future.
Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS): useful once you're working on site and moving toward a supervisory role.
