This course is designed to provide learners with the basic knowledge of keeping themselves and others safe in a work environment. You will cover topics such as fire procedures, hazardous substances and the standard approach to training staff in health and safety to ensure basic requirements are met.
This course is for students who want to gain an insight into the tiling industry with a view to take their education further. You will learn how to prep and prime areas for tiling, how to cut tiles and lay tiles not only on flat surfaces but also angled ceilings and difficult areas. In addition you will also learn safety tips and how to confidently use different tools and equipment.
This course is for students who want to gain an insight into the painting and decorating industry with a view to take their education further. You will learn how to prep surfaces and equipment, how to paint around fixtures and fittings and how to properly paste and hang wallpaper. In addition you will also learn safety tips and how to confidently use different tools and equipment.
This introductory course is perfect for beginners who want to gain some basic knowledge and skills in bricklaying. If you are unsure of starting a career or apprenticeship in bricklaying this course will help you make your mind up, with an experienced tutor who will guide you through the necessary skills and techniques.
Students who study on the Level 2 Site Carpentry Study Programme will be learning in our brand new facilities and will cover structural carpentry including walls, floors and staircases. The teaching will focus on general building methods and site procedures. You will also have the opportunity to go on trips to support your knowledge and understanding and broaden your student experience. This programme allows you to start work as an entry level carpenter, or you can learn more advanced techniques by progressing onto the Level 3 Study Programme in Bench Joinery or as an Apprentice.
Students who study on the Site Carpentry Study Programme will be learning advanced skills in our state of the art workshop facilities, covering first fix flooring, roofing and stairs, second fixing operations, double doors and mouldings. Along with learning to safely set up and use fixed and transportable machinery. You will be assessed by a range of both practical and end of unit knowledge tests to enable you to demonstrate your skills and abilities along the way.
The top level of study in bricklaying, the Level 3 Brickwork Study Programme teaches you the advanced skills that you’ll need as a professional construction site worker. Covering how to build chimneys, arches, and fireplaces, as well as how to repair and maintain brickwork, this comprehensive course also covers the health and safety legislations that you’ll need to know when working on site. Work experience provides you with critical hands on practical knowledge. You’ll cover additional vital employability skills, preparing you for your career in the construction industry. Following this course, you’ll be fully prepared to work on site as a bricklayer. You could also progress onto a HND if you’re considering going into site management.
With the government’s house building initiatives, there’s never been a better time to get a job working in construction. The Level 2 Brickwork Study Programme teaches you a range of intermediate skills for becoming a bricklayer. You’ll learn about how to construct cavity walls, solid walls and working platforms. You can gain hands on work experience working on projects in the community on derelict houses, with the chance to demonstrate your skills in competitions. The course also supports you in learning additional industry-sanctioned employability skills as well as improving your maths and English. This programme allows you to start work as an entry level bricklayer, or you can learn more advanced techniques by progressing onto the Level 3 Study Programme in Brickwork or as an Apprentice.
If you’re interested in joining the construction industry, the Level 1 Multi Trade Study Programme can help you to make a decision about which trade is right for you as you experience a range of disciplines from brickwork to joinery. You’ll also learn how to fit skirting boards, architraves and doors, building up your repertoire of skills to prepare you for your role on site. You’ll work to improve your maths and English as well as building up key employability skills to help you find work in a trade. This programme leads to level 2 study in joinery or brickwork, or directly into an exciting and fulfilling career on site by becoming an Apprentice.
Hornbeam Park Ave, Harrogate HG2 8QT United Kingdom
Tel: 0113 386 1997
Email: contact@harrogate-college.ac.uk
