Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plastering (450) Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day over 36 weeks. This City and Guilds advanced technical diploma in plastering qualification takes your skills to a higher level, covering specialist techniques including fibrous plastering, used in ornamental work and the restoration of historic buildings. You'll also work with external coatings such as sand and cement render, pebbledash, and stone-effect finishes. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll apply plaster to internal walls, floors, and ceilings to a high standard.
You'll work with external coatings including sand and cement render, pebbledash, and stone-effect materials.
You'll practise fibrous plastering techniques used in ornamental and decorative work.
You'll develop skills in the restoration and conservation of historic plasterwork.
You'll plan and prepare surfaces correctly before applying finishes.
You'll work to the standards and tolerances expected in the plastering trade.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and workshop based, with hands-on practical sessions in the college's plastering facilities. You'll be assessed through practical tasks that demonstrate your skills at Level 3 standard. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single end-point exam. Your progress is measured against the requirements of the City and Guilds qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plasterer: skilled trade work on new builds and refurbishments.
Fibrous plasterer: specialist ornamental and restoration work on historic buildings.
Rendering specialist: external wall finishes including pebbledash and sand and cement.
Self-employed plastering contractor: running your own plastering business.
Site supervisor (plastering): overseeing plastering teams on construction sites.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 in Plastering: an NVQ can support your application for a CSCS skilled-worker card, which many construction employers and sites require.
Plastering Apprenticeship (Level 3): if you want to earn while you train, an apprenticeship at Level 3 builds on the skills from this Diploma in a workplace setting.
Higher Technical Qualification or HNC in Construction: a route into site management or construction technology roles.
