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Introduction to Construction Skills

Level 1
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Course Length 1 year
Study Type Full time
Course Cost No fee (16-18) £1,890 (Adult) Financial support 19+
Start Date 08/09/2025
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Course overview

As an introductory course, this is really designed as a pathway for you to gain an insight into the various industries that sit within the trades. The key skills that are involved in this course will transfer well into a second year of study where you will specialise in a specific skills area. Working with various tools, equipment and materials alongside learning fundamentals of health and safety as well as working with others will give you a great introduction into the trades industry.

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  • Entry Requirements
    As an introductory course there are no formal entry requirements but there is an expectation of a great work ethic and a natural inclination to work practically. Any experience in the trades area will be beneficial but equally, those with no experience will be welcomed. A key focus of this programme is to develop employability skills and develop independent thinking skills.
  • Benefits/Skills
    These skills will give you a unique advantage in the market place as the country battles it’s national shortage of qualified tradespeople. Learn traditional techniques and basic fundamentals within a progressive and nurturing environment whereby you are encouraged to experiment with different trades, tools and materials in our industry designed workshop areas.
  • Who is this course for?
    The Trades industry is booming, there is a national shortage of skilled trades people and the course is designed to give anyone who has an interest in practical, hands-on work an insight into the industry.
  • Careers/Progression

    Level 2 in a related trades area of study

    Level 2 in an unrelated area of study

    Employment to apprenticeship

  • Assessment Types

    Practical assessments simulating a realistic working environment

    Paper based and online testing for each unit

    Portfolio of evidence

    Prior learning

Course Code: 78630-01
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Jobs in this sector

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  • Construction and building trades supervisors

    Average Salary
    £40,040

  • Production managers and directors in construction

    Average Salary
    £45,240
    170,358
    Job market for 2022
    176,349
    Estimated job market for 2025
    Estimated 5991 future jobs in the next 3 years.

  • Construction project managers and related professionals

    Average Salary
    £42,120
    102,931
    Job market for 2022
    107,411
    Estimated job market for 2025
    Estimated 4480 future jobs in the next 3 years.

  • Elementary construction occupations n.e.c.

    Average Salary
    £23,920

Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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