Plastering Diploma Level 1

Is this course for me?

This course is for you if you are in employment, just starting in the trade or considering a career change. It consists of a flexible programme involving practical and theoretical study.

What will I study?

The course consists of practical tasks with theoretical study. Students learn the underpinning knowledge to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Plastering. Diploma can lead to NVQs as and when employment is gained.

Subjects:

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• Know how to carry out safe working practices in construction
• Carry out safe working practices in construction
• Knowledge of information, quantities and communicating with others 1
• Information, quantities and communicating with others 1
• Knowledge of building methods and construction technology 1
• Building methods and construction technology 1
• Know how to prepare background surfaces and plaster materials
• Prepare background surfaces and plaster materials
• Know how to apply plaster materials to internal backgrounds
• Apply plaster materials to internal backgrounds
• Know how to produce components from moulds
• Produce components from moulds
• A practical assignment

What can I do next?

This can lead to Level 2 Diploma and/or NVQ qualifications after employment.

This can lead to employment in:

• The building industry

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to have a short interview and initial assessment.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is via practical skills and underpinning knowledge including short tests and subject assignments. There is also an externally set theory test at the end of the course. Students also meet regularly with tutors to help plan studies and to discuss progress.

What will it cost?

If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances, you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out when you apply.

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £100

Please note: For courses of more than one year, the fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the academic year 2010-2011 only.