Free Level 2 Plastering Course in Weston-super-Mare. Classes run full-time at Weston College South West Skills Campus. This free plastering course runs over roughly a year of daytime study. You'll cover the core skills of solid plastering and dry lining, working toward a City and Guilds level 2 plastering qualification. The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
Courses for 16-18 year olds
What you will learn
You'll apply solid plaster to walls and ceilings to a finished standard.
You'll install dry lining systems, including metal stud partitions and plasterboard.
You'll mix and use a range of plastering materials correctly and safely.
You'll read and interpret basic working drawings and specifications.
You'll follow health and safety procedures on site.
You'll prepare surfaces for plastering, including patching and making good.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment, building your technique under supervision. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate plastering skills to a set standard, with knowledge-based questions to confirm your understanding of materials, methods, and safe working practices.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Weston College South West Skills Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer. Apply solid and dry lining plaster on new builds and refurbishments.
Dry Liner. Specialist in plasterboard and partition wall systems.
Multi-trade Operative. Combine plastering with other finishing trades on site.
Maintenance Operative. Carry out plastering repairs in housing or commercial properties.
Self-employed Plasterer. Take on domestic and commercial contracts independently.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plastering. The next step for plasterers aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Construction. Supports your site safety knowledge and is valued by employers.
Plastering Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3). Combine paid work with structured training if you find an employer willing to take you on.
