Course details
| Qualification name | Certificate in Construction Skills |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 1 |
| Awarding organisation | City & Guilds of London Institute |
| Course type | Classroom based |
| Course hours | Full-time |
| Course start date | 13th September 2021 |
| Cost | £0.00 |
| Cost description | Full Funding for permanent UK residents aged 16-18 years of age. Funding may be available for those aged 19+ depending on age and qualifications already achieved. |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
Who this course is for
The Foundation Multi-skills course is a vocational programme within the Northampton College working in our modern well equipped workshops with industry relevant equipment. You will work on various carpentry, painting and decorating and Health and Safety tasks, developing new skills and knowledge used in the construction industry.
What will I study?
The units you will study are likely to include: Core units:
•Introduction to Health and Safety
•Constructing Carpentry Halving Joints
•Constructing Carpentry Housing Joints
•Painting Techniques
•Tiling a Plain Wall Specialist units:
•Employability All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for new students - To start a Vocational Studies Programme you do not need any qualifications. Just the motivation to attend and take part! Candidates will mainly have grades 1 or 2 (F/G grades)
What you'll learn
The units you will study are likely to include: Core units: •Introduction to Health and Safety •Constructing Carpentry Halving Joints •Constructing Carpentry Housing Joints •Painting Techniques •Tiling a Plain Wall Specialist units: •Employability All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn.
How you'll learn
A practical course taking place in our Construction workshops - there is some classroom based learning and you will continue to study English and Maths until you achieve a GCSE at grade 4.
How you'll learn
A practical course taking place in our Construction workshops - there is some classroom based learning and you will continue to study English and Maths until you achieve a GCSE at grade 4.
What you'll need to bring
You will need to have personal protective equipment such as overalls and safety boots. We will provide you with a list before you join the course. You may be able to apply to the College Bursary Fund for help with paying for these items.
How you'll be assessed
•Practical Assessments
•Multiple Choice Written Test
What you can do next
Progress onto a Level 1 Construction based course with Northampton College.
Venue for this course
| Name | Northampton College at Daventry |
|---|---|
| Address |
Badby Road West Daventry NN11 4HJ Find on Google maps |
| enquiries@northamptoncollege.ac.uk | |
| Phone | 01604 736393 |
| Website | http://www.northamptoncollege.ac.uk |
Other venues and dates
| Venue | Start date | Options |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE | 13th September 2021 | View course |