Functional Skills in Maths, English and ICT are integrated into each course at an appropriate level.

This course is aimed at anyone who is interested in following a career in construction. It is for people who enjoy practical work and have an interest in all aspects of the construction industry. Students take part in six week taster sessions in:

• Brickwork
• Carpentry and Joinery
• Electrical Installation
• Painting and Decorating
• Plumbing

The course also covers Health and Safety Awareness and may lead to a full time construction course or an apprenticeship.

We have courses to suit everybody, designed to encompass all abilities with an opportunity to progress, ultimately, on to the Level 3 Diploma.

The Diploma is the most up to date Qualification available and recognised throughout the industry.

During the course you will receive practical and theory lessons. In practical lessons you will work through a series of projects to develop your hands on skills. Finally you will be expected to produce the assessment piece set by the awarding body to prove your practical skills.

We have courses to suit everybody, designed to encompass all abilities with an opportunity to progress, ultimately, on to the Level 3 Diploma.

The Diploma is the most up to date Qualification available and recognised throughout the industry.

During the course you will receive practical and theory lessons. In practical lessons you will work through a series of projects to develop your hands on skills. Finally you will be expected to produce the assessment piece set by the awarding body to prove your practical skills.

If you are interested in a career in brickwork then these courses will provide you with the skills to help launch your career. Units include:

• Basic working platforms
• Brick and block walling
• Setting out
• Efficient working practices
• Walling details

The time it will take to achieve these qualifications will depend on the student’s ability and dedication. Successful completion may lead to improved employment opportunities.

Students joining the Level 1 should have grade C or above at GCSE level, an interest in the subject, dedication and a willingness to learn and will be expected to attend an interview before acceptance on the course.

Those looking to join the Level 2 or 3 will need to hold an appropriate trade qualification and attend an interview. If you want to earn and learn find out about apprenticeships.

This course is suitable for beginners and those with some experience. The course is centred around five practical projects and aims to provide the basic skills to enable the student to find employment. Students start with projects designed to develop their basic skills and progress to more complex projects, often of their own design, which will develop their skills and knowledge in Cabinet Making.

These comprise a range of mandatory and optional units including:

• Health and Safety within furniture and furnishing making environments
• Planning for career pathways in furniture and furnishing industries
• Hand finishing methods in furniture making
• Creating joints and scribes for furniture installation
• Spray finishing in furniture making
• Furniture restoration

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The Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment provides learners with the underpinning knowledge and basic skills needed in a wide range of industry areas.

It explores the built environment in terms of its economic, social and environmental impact on both individuals and communities. This Diploma also looks at the different demands made upon land use over time as well as the activities which shape, develop and influence the built environment. The Construction and the Built Environment Diploma provides an understanding of how this key sector works from the inside out.

The Level 3 Construction and Built Environment Diploma covers the following subject areas:

• Develop an understanding of planning requirements and their impact on design
• Recognise the properties and uses of construction materials
• Explore the application of design principles and apply acquired knowledge to the design of a complex structure
• Gain an understanding of ground works, substructure, superstructure and external works
• Become aware of the hazards and risks commonly encountered in constructing the built environment
• Explore the contribution the built environment makes to the physical, spiritual and emotional well-being as well as the economic prosperity of individuals and the community
• Be introduced to facilities management and other support services

These courses are for students who wish to gain skills while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. The courses consist of the following:

• Wallpapering
• Paint application
• Basic scaffolding
• Texture finishes
• Specialist decorative techniques
• Basic spraying

Successful completion of these courses can lead to further training or employment with decorating/building firms. Students joining the Level 1 should have grade C or above at GCSE level, an interest in the subject, dedication and a willingness to learn and will be expected to attend an interview before acceptance on the course.

Those looking to join the Level 2 or 3 will need to hold an appropriate trade qualification and attend an interview. If you want to earn and learn find out about apprenticeships

The course will cover basic electrical installation theory, practice and principles for use in the construction industry.

Areas of study that are covered are:

• Core science
• Basic electronics
• Principles of circuit installation
• Allied regulations

Entry requirements are three GCSEs at grade C or above, which should be maths, English and science.

If you want to earn and learn find out about apprenticeships.

This course is a more in-depth study of Electrical Installation. The qualification consists of eight modules:

• Ensure safe electrical site working
• Prepare to install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
• Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
• Connect electrical wiring systems, enclosures and equipment
• Inspect, test and commission electrical installation
• Diagnose and correct electrical faults
• Provide technical and functional information
• Electrical principles

This qualification provides the underpinning knowledge for the industry recognised NVQs. Entry requirements for this course are City and Guilds 2330 Level 2 or equivalent.

This course is for anyone looking to develop their plumbing skills and knowledge, those intending to become registered to work on unvented appliances or work at supervisory level within the industry.

This course combines practical tasks with theory work and it is hoped that students will have the opportunity to undertake their certificates in Unvented Installations and Water Regulations.

Throughout the course students will learn how to install, maintain, commission and decommission a range of:

• Unvented appliances
• Gas appliances
• Heating systems
• Water supply systems
• Sanitation systems
• Part P

Students hoping to join the course should hold a Level 2 qualification in Plumbing or Heating and be competent in Maths and English. Candidates will not be expected to work in the industry but should ideally, have some experience of it.

This course will give you a good grounding to the world of plumbing. You will learn all aspects of plumbing including bending and fabricating piping systems using a range of materials and installing various common plumbing fittings including sanitary ware. You will also learn about lead roofing work.

Successful completion of the course will enable you to move on to Level 3. If you want to earn and learn find out about apprenticeships.