Free Level 1 Construction Skills Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, full-time during the day. Over 35 weeks, you'll cover the core practical and technical skills that underpin work across the construction trades. The course gives you a grounding in how construction sites operate, safe working practices, and hands-on trade skills. It's a solid starting point if you're heading toward a career in carpentry or another construction trade.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll learn health and safety practices on construction sites.
You'll develop an understanding of how construction projects are organised and managed.
You'll practise using hand tools and power tools correctly and safely.
You'll explore the basics of carpentry and joinery techniques.
You'll gain knowledge of common construction materials and their uses.
You'll learn how to read and interpret basic construction drawings and plans.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on activities at Taunton College. Assessment is based on practical tasks and assignments completed during the course. Your progress will be assessed against set criteria throughout the 35 weeks, rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter's labourer: support skilled carpenters on site
Construction operative: general site work across trade areas
Joinery workshop assistant: assist with timber cutting and fitting
Groundworker: foundations, drainage, and site preparation
Maintenance operative: basic repairs and upkeep in buildings
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step if you want to become a carpenter, building the trade skills needed for a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 Certificate in Construction: broadens your knowledge across construction trades before specialising.
Level 2 NVQ in a specific trade (such as bricklaying or plastering): moves you into a recognised occupational qualification in your chosen area.
