Level 1 Plastering Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-year route into plastering, running over 42 weeks. You'll cover the core skills of the trade, from mixing and applying plaster to solid and dry lining work. Plastering classes combine practical workshop sessions with underpinning knowledge of materials, tools, and safe working practices. This level 1 plastering qualification is a strong starting point if you're heading toward a career as a plasterer.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll apply plaster to walls and ceilings using standard techniques.
You'll prepare surfaces correctly before plastering begins.
You'll mix and use plastering materials to the right consistency.
You'll work safely and follow health and safety requirements on site.
You'll use and maintain plastering tools and equipment.
You'll understand the properties of different plastering materials.
You'll produce flat, smooth, and level plaster finishes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment at City College Plymouth, alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through practical tasks and skills demonstrations, showing you can carry out plastering work to the required standard. You may also complete written or knowledge-based assessments as part of the City and Guilds Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer's labourer: support skilled plasterers on residential and commercial sites.
Plastering apprentice: earn while you train toward a full plastering qualification.
Construction operative: general site work while building trade skills.
Dry-lining operative: fix plasterboard and partition systems indoors.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Plastering (City and Guilds): the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified plasterer. Covers more complex techniques and is recognised for skilled-worker progression.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plastering: for experienced plasterers aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Plastering Apprenticeship: combines paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
