Apprenticeship in Construction Trades - Level 2 and 3

These apprenticeships are ideal for people who have an interest and aptitude for work in the construction industry. This industry is always looking for people who have undergone high quality and appropriate training that is recognised by employers and supported by awarding bodies alike. You will learn all the practical and technical skills necessary to assist you in your career. The workshop areas within HLC provide excellent facilities where you will be given first class guidance and support from our teaching staff. You will follow a set curriculum but will also be challenged to fully utilise your new developing skills in an informative and interesting way. Our classrooms all have 21st century computerised display equipment; they are bright and well ventilated, all of which will enhance your learning experience during your time with us. The majority of your practical skills training will be delivered in your workplace where your employer will guide and support you in gaining competency in all aspects of your role.
There are two levels of apprenticeship available, the Level 2 and the Advanced Level 3. They should take approximately 1-2 years each to complete. The Level 2 must be completed before advancing on to the Level 3.

You would have already achieved a Level 2 Apprenticeship in order to progress to the Advanced Apprenticeship.
You will have completed your first year full time course in any of the construction trades (Brick, wood, plumbing or electrical), gaining some knowledge and understanding of your specific area. It is not a necessity for you to be employed in your chosen trade during your first year at HLC. However, in order to progress on to the apprenticeship, you will need to be employed for the second year.
Apprenticeships are designed with the assistance of employers in the construction industry, so they offer a structured programme that takes you through the skills you need to do a job well. There are targets and checks to make sure that your employer is supporting you and you are making progress.
Training takes place both on and off-the-job. On-the-job training is all the workplace learning that you undertake with your employer. Off- the-job training is what you do when you are at HLC. College attendance varies from trade to trade but it is usually on either on a day release or block release basis.