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Our multi-trade course is ideal if you’re aged 16 – 19 and considering a career in construction but are not sure on which specific area yet, or haven’t quite met the grades for direct entry to our full Level 1 trade-specific courses.
This one-year course will introduce you to the construction sector, providing you with knowledge, understanding and some basic practical skills and experience in painting and decorating, bricklaying and carpentry to enable you to choose which area you would like to go on to study and specialise in. It will help you to develop skills within construction, while improving your maths and English, for progression to a trade-specific course or apprenticeship.
You will learn:
• Introduction to health and safety in construction
• Painting techniques
• Painting a panel door
• Constructing one brick walling
• Constructing halving joints
• Constructing angled halving joints
We have events at all our locations running in March.
College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.
Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.
Please enter your details below and we will contact you when this course becomes availableÂ
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