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Free Level 3 Plastering Course

CostFREE
Duration4 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Plastering (Construction) Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You train on the job, building on existing plastering experience while you earn. The course covers complex internal solid plastering and external render finishes to a professional standard. Entry requires evidence of relevant experience, such as a Level 2 NVQ in plastering, or a letter from your employer confirming your competence. The course typically takes 4 months.

Who this course is for

This qualification is intended for individuals currently employed in the construction industry who specialize in solid plastering. It is ideal for those aiming to validate and enhance their skills in applying solid plaster to complex internal surfaces and producing complex external render finishes. Candidates should have prior experience in plastering and a solid understanding of construction site processes. The course is particularly beneficial for professionals seeking to formalize their expertise and gain recognition through a nationally accredited qualification. By completing this diploma, learners demonstrate their competence in various plastering tasks, including applying solid plaster to complex internal surfaces and producing complex external render finishes. This qualification not only validates existing skills but also enhances career prospects by equipping plasterers with the necessary expertise to perform complex plastering tasks effectively within the construction sector.

Entry requirements

Candidates must provide evidence of relevant, verifiable experience and competence in their occupational area, such as a Level 2 NVQ.

Alternatively, a letter from the employer confirming the candidate’s suitability, supplemented by a professional discussion or portfolio evidence of previous experience, is acceptable. Awarding organizations ensure that candidates meet these prerequisites before enrolement.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply solid plaster to complex internal surfaces to a professional finish.
  • You'll produce complex external render finishes.
  • You'll demonstrate safe working practices and compliance with construction site processes.
  • You'll plan and prepare materials, tools, and work areas for plastering tasks.
  • You'll assess and address surface conditions before applying plaster systems.
  • You'll meet industry standards for quality and accuracy in plastering work.

How you will learn

Assessment is work-based. You'll be observed carrying out plastering tasks on site, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day work. A professional discussion with your assessor will also form part of the assessment. Your assessor will visit you in your workplace to gather evidence and sign off competence against the NVQ standards.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. NSPP Vocational Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Plasterer. Solid plastering on residential and commercial sites.
  • Solid Plasterer. Specialist internal and external plaster finishes.
  • Renderer. External render systems on new-build and refurbishment projects.
  • Dry Lining Operative. Partition and ceiling systems in commercial fit-out.
  • Site Supervisor (Plastering). Overseeing plastering teams on larger contracts.
  • Self-employed Plasterer. Running your own plastering business.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Dry Lining (Finishing) - broadens your skill set to include dry lining and partition systems, opening more site roles.
  • CSCS Skilled Worker Card - your Level 3 NVQ supports an application for a CSCS card, which most UK construction sites require.
  • Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) - a step toward site supervisor and management roles in construction.
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