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L2 Diploma In Construction Skills

L2 Diploma In Construction Skills

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This course gives you the opportunity to continue learn important skills and knowledge to carry out a range of tasks that are used on a construction site on a daily basis such as, joinery, plumbing, electrical and site carpentry and will be useful from day one for working in construction and also DIY at your home!

Additionally you will cover units that delve into the way that building sites operate and the planning that goes into building work, such as Construction methods and Techniques, safe working practice and safe working at height and we have also introduced green skills and retrofit into the qualification which is the focus for the construction industry

You'll visit trade shows site visits and have the opportunity to go on work experience . If you complete the course successfully, you will be in a position to progress into employment or continue your learning on another course at the college, including apprenticeships

We have a close relationship with Wandsworth Council to keep awareness of the local jobs market and the opportunities available to you. Contact [email protected] for any more questions

  • Entry Requirements


    We will invite you to a 'Meet the Tutor' event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

    You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.

    4 x GCSE's at D/3 or above, and a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.

    Your GCSE profile must include either maths and / or English, or a Functional Skills qualification in maths and / or English.

    We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

  • Course Content


    This course is for students who want to work as a multi-skilled operative in the construction industry. As well as plumbing and electrical, , there are also opportunities to become a site agent, contracts manager or self-employed contract operator. This course provides you with the practical skills you need in order to gain a working knowledge of construction trades, allowing you to build a successful career within the industry.

    the assignment work is completed on Microsoft teams, we also expect students to be regularly checking this as communication will come through teams, it is also the site for all course related materials, important must read documents and course structure. students should have this downloaded onto a computer before the course starts

  • Progression Next Steps


    This could lead to an apprenticeship, or working on site as an improver in construction operations.

    There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

    During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

  • Additional Information


    the assignment work is completed on Microsoft teams, we also expect students to be regularly checking this as communication will come through teams, it is also the site for all course related materials, important must read documents and course structure. students should have this downloaded onto a computer before the course starts

  • Course Structure


    You will undertake 8 units, 3 of which are mandatory

    Construction Methods and Techniques Safe use of Access Equipment Health and Safety Retrofit

    and the others can be chosen from a variety of trades, such as

    Joinery Site Carpentry Plumbing Electrical