Diploma in Construction Skills

Students age 16-18years old If you're interested in a career in construction but not sure what trade you'd like to specialise in, this course will give you the chance to try out a range of / a practical skill area(s) before making a decision on which career path to follow. It's suitable for individuals of any age and requires no previous construction experience.

You'll get practical hands-on experience of a variety of different areas of construction such as bricklaying, plastering, painting and decorating, tiling, carpentry and joinery. You'll learn how to effectively use tools of the trade, including hand and portable power tools and understand how to work safely and responsibly in a construction environment. There will be an opportunity to go on a work experience placement to practise your skills. You'll get support to decide what area of the construction industry you would like to work in as well as help to improve your maths and English skills.

You could find employment in construction as a site worker or move on to to an apprenticeship or level 2 programme in your trade of choice.