Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Loughton. Classes run full-time at Epping Forest Campus. This construction skills course is aimed at 16 to 18 year olds and runs for 44 weeks. You'll cover core construction trades, including an introduction to plumbing, giving you a broad base to build on. The level 1 construction skills qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across core construction trades.
You'll learn the basics of plumbing, including pipework and simple installations.
You'll follow health and safety procedures used on construction sites.
You'll use hand tools and power tools correctly and safely.
You'll understand how different construction trades work together on a project.
You'll learn how to read and follow basic construction drawings and instructions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Epping Forest Campus. Assessment includes practical tasks, short written assignments, and observations of your work. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumbing apprentice: how to become a plumber starts here
Construction labourer: general site work across trades
Groundworker: drainage, foundations, and groundworks
Maintenance operative: basic repairs and upkeep in buildings
Plumbing and heating trainee: entry-level work with a contractor
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating: the next step toward a career in plumbing.
Level 2 Certificate in Construction: broaden your skills across more trades.
Construction Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine paid work with further training in your chosen trade.
A Level 1 construction skills certificate opens the door to these routes and to employer-sponsored apprenticeships.
