Level 1 Diploma in Construction

This course is designed to provide a technical foundation on which to build a career in the construction industry.

GCSE Maths and English at grade 3 or above. You should have an interest in multiple trades.

The course content is largely practical to help you choose the right trade for you. Our expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of this course in our purpose-built classrooms, allowing you to develop transferable skills that are highly sought after worldwide. This is an ideal 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 will study several optional units including:

Introduction to the Construction Industry

Health and Safety

Brick and Blockwork

Carpentry and Joinery

Painting and Decorating

Various other aspects of construction operations

Students may wish to follow a particular trade pathway on the Level 1 Diploma. 

You must also achieve the required level of Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills), depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.

There are two mandatory unit end tests supported with six practical assessments completed throughout the year. 

On successful completion of this course, you will have the option to progress to a specific Construction trade course. Another progression route is an apprenticeship in Construction. Both these progression routes are available through Shrewsbury Colleges Group.

Brickwork students have the opportunity to enter local, national and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition.

You can apply online via the APPLY 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 into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk