How to become Dryliner
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
- applying directly
College
You could take a college course to get some of the skills you need in this job. Courses include:
- drylining
- construction skills - drylining
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could apply to do an Interior Systems Installer Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship.
This typically takes 2 years to complete and is a mix of training in the workplace and off-site study.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
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Work
You could join a company as a dryliner's labourer or 'mate'. Your employer may be willing to put you through training while you work to become a qualified dryliner.
Direct Application
You can apply directly for jobs if you've got on-site construction experience in joinery, plastering or ceiling fixing.
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Registration
- you'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site
Further information
You can get more details about drylining as a career from Go Construct and House Building Careers.