Level 1 Diploma in Construction
| Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Campus | London Road Campus |
| Start date | 4 September 2023 |
| Course code | FLR1CON (2324) |
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Who is it for?
This course is designed to provide a technical foundation on which to build a career in the construction industry.
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Entry Requirements
GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above. You should have an interest in multiple trades.
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What does the course involve?
The course content is largely practical to help you choose the right trade for you. This course will help you to develop transferable skills that are highly sought after worldwide. Our experienced and expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of this course in our purpose-built classrooms to develop the skills to allow you to complete this fantastic subject. This is an opportunity to try various construction trades and gain a basic knowledge of the Construction Industry before deciding on progression to a higher level course.
You’ll study several optional units including:
Introduction to the Construction Industry
Health and Safety
Brick and Blockwork
Carpentry and Joinery
Painting and Decorating
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How is the course assessed?
There are two mandatory unit end tests supported with six practical assessments throughout the year.
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Additional Notes
Upon the successful completion of this course, you will have the option to progress to a Level 2 construction trade course. An alternative option would be to go to do an apprenticeship in Brickwork. We can help you with this option, please go to www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships.
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Further Information
Brickwork students have the opportunity to enter local, national and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition.
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Other details
There is the opportunity to gain an award or certificate in an individual trade area whilst undertaking the course.
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What do I do next?
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk
Esther Dickson
Level 2 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Telford College
My favourite thing that I’ve studied is decorative skills, which involve doing different techniques like stencilling and marbling. It’s quite intricate work and it was a challenge to learn, but I’m really proud of what I’ve done. You’ve just got to try new techniques out and know that you’re going to learn how to do it successfully when you’ve got a tutor as friendly and helpful as my tutors. My dream is to have my own interior design studio, specialising in working with small spaces and proving that you don’t need a lot of room to have a great home.
Jordan Phillips
Level 1 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
Painting & Decorating is a good trade to train in and offers great business opportunities afterwards. The tutors are good and I have learnt so much here – I have especially enjoyed learning how to wallpaper.
Charlie Meredith
Level 1 Brickwork
Previous school: Thomas Adams School
I'm in my second year of brickwork and I've been learning a lot about attention to detail. I've got a part-time job on building sites on Mondays and Fridays where I work on extensions, new builds, renovations - anything you can think of really. At college, we learn the techniques and at work, I get to put them into practice.
Jordan Phillips
Level 1 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
Painting & Decorating is a good trade to train in and offers great business opportunities afterwards. The tutors are good and I have learnt so much here – I have especially enjoyed learning how to wallpaper.
Andrew Holloway
HNC in Construction & the Built Environment
Previous Institution: Shrewsbury Academy
I wanted a complete change in career and had always considered becoming an architect. When I came to an SCG Open Evening, tutors suggested the route of Higher Education in Construction. It is a great hands-on course and I especially enjoyed learning about CAD, as this is a skill I need to become an architect.
Charlie Meredith
Level 1 Brickwork
Previous school: Thomas Adams School
I'm in my second year of brickwork and I've been learning a lot about attention to detail. I've got a part-time job on building sites on Mondays and Fridays where I work on extensions, new builds, renovations - anything you can think of really. At college, we learn the techniques and at work, I get to put them into practice.
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