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Introduction to Construction and Building Industries Award level 1
Introduction to Construction and Building Industries Award level 1
Course Overview
Course Code
P00320
Start Date
Various
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
1 week
Campus
City Skills Centre
Level
Level 1
The aim of this course is to provide you with an introduction to the construction and building sector. Particularly beneficial for if you are 19+ and seeking employment and want to gain an insight into the construction sector or who wants to update their knowledge about current legislation in the construction sector. If you complete this course you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which is essential for all working environments to comply with current legislation, a stepping stone towards further construction qualifications including health and safety and CSCS cards. This is a supported online learning course which is available 50 weeks of the year (including non-term times). You will need to be committed to completing approximately 6 hours of learning, which could be one whole day or split over a few days. Days and times to suit your commitments and the learning is taken at your own pace and complete the assessment once you feel ready.
During this online course, you will study and learn about the following topics: 1) The purpose of the construction and building industries 2) The range of opportunities that exist in this sector 3) Job roles and the skills and experience needed to be successful in gaining employment 4) Careers in the sector and where you can gain support for employment and careers advice
There are no formal entry requirements, however, a reasonable level of literacy is required.
This qualification is assessed by short answer questions and multiple-choice exams.
Apply online via the College website. You will then be invited to a pre-course information session. For applications via JCP, please let your Work Coach know. Subject to individual eligibility and type of benefit, the vast majority of courses are FREE to people in receipt of an employment-related benefit JSA, Universal Credit or ESA (Employment and Support Allowance).
Course Overview
Course Code
P00320
Start Date
Various
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
1 week
Campus
City Skills Centre
Level
Level 1