C&G Introduction to Basic Construction 6217

This course will introduce you to the construction industry as a whole, alongside a number of trades from carpentry and joinery to painting and decorating. You will learn the basic skills in a range of trades, offering you a multi-skilled qualification and allowing you to progress in the area that interested you the most.

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As this course is a general introduction to a range of craft areas, you will become knowledgeable about the whole construction process, rather than specialising in just one trade. This will give you an ideal grounding in general construction and how each trade contributes to the completion of a successful project. You will learn about each trade at our dedicated construction centre, where our workshops are fitted with the latest tools for you to get to grips with each trade. Tutors with a wealth of industry experience will help you to develop your learning and skills, so that you can become competent in a range of subjects.

Key Areas

• Brickwork
• Carpentry and joinery
• Painting and decorating
• Tiling
• Plumbing

What next

You could progress on to study brickwork, carpentry, painting and decorating, tiling or plumbing at level 2. Alternatively, you could work towards a general construction skills course in order to move into construction management.

Entry requirements

You'll need literacy and numeracy at entry level 3 or above and you will be initially assessed at interview.

Area's of study

>Construction,General Construction