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Level 1 Construction Course in Croydon

CostContact the provider
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

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About this course

Level 1 Construction Course in Croydon. Classes run at Croydon College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee remission may be available.

The course is a hands-on introduction to a wide range of construction trades. You'll work across bricklaying, carpentry, plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, plumbing, and electrical work. Workshops and site visits give you practical experience alongside the theory. You'll also take part in employability sessions and hear from local employers.

You'll need a GCSE in English and maths at grade A* to E, or an equivalent qualification. The course leads to a City and Guilds Diploma in Construction Skills.

Who this course is for

This qualification provides a practical introduction to the construction industry, allowing learners to explore a range of trades such as bricklaying, carpentry, plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, plumbing, and electrical work. It is suitable for learners who are interested in developing foundation skills for a career in construction, especially those unsure which trade to specialise in. Learners will gain both practical and employability skills through hands-on workshops and site visits.

Learners must wear appropriate protective clothing, including safety boots, gloves, and hi-vis vests. The course also includes employability sessions, guest talks from local employers, and support from the College's Careers and Student Services teams to help plan next steps into further study, apprenticeships, or employment.

Entry requirements

GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) in English and maths. Equivalence of these qualifications will be considered. Evidence of a commitment to learn and the ability to study at this level shown at interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise bricklaying techniques and basic masonry skills.
  • You'll develop carpentry skills including cutting and fixing timber.
  • You'll learn plastering and tiling methods used in construction.
  • You'll explore painting and decorating techniques.
  • You'll gain an introduction to plumbing and electrical work.
  • You'll build employability skills through sessions with local employers.
  • You'll understand health and safety practices on construction sites.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on workshops in trade areas at Croydon College. Site visits give you experience of real construction environments. The course combines practical tasks with classroom-based theory. Employability sessions and guest talks from local employers are also part of the programme. Assessment is through practical tasks and coursework completed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to wear appropriate protective clothing to workshops. This includes safety boots, gloves, and a hi-vis vest. Croydon College will confirm what else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Construction operative, entry-level site work supporting trades and groundwork.
  • Labourer, assisting skilled tradespeople on building sites.
  • Bricklayer, a trade that typically needs further Level 2 study or an apprenticeship.
  • Carpenter, usually requires a Level 2 qualification or apprenticeship to progress.
  • Plasterer, further training at Level 2 is the normal next step.
  • Painter and decorator, a Level 2 qualification or apprenticeship builds on this start.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying, the next step if you want to specialise in that trade.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry, for those drawn to carpentry and joinery.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Plastering, a natural follow-on for plastering work.
  • Construction apprenticeship, combines paid work with further trade training at Level 2 or above.
  • Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Construction, useful alongside any trade route.
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