Preparation for Employment into Construction Industries with Level 1 Diploma Decorative Occupations
Vocational qualification
In North Lincolnshire
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
North lincolnshire
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Duration
1 Year
This is a Level 1 course designed to enable learners to gain a foundation qualification in Decorative Occupations, which once successfully achieved will allow them to progress onto further study before embarking on a career as a qualified painter and decorator. Is the Course for Me? Learners will need to have a keen interest in learning a trade and be prepared to sometimes work in confined.
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About this course
To be eligible for this course learners must have a minimum of four GCSE's at Grade D or above which must include English and Maths. Learners will also be expected to attend an interview for the course and go through the College selection process and practical assessment.
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Preparation for Employment into Construction Industries with Level 1 Diploma Decorative Occupations (H0032P)
What are the Course Details?
This is a Level 1 course designed to enable learners to gain a foundation qualification in Decorative Occupations, which once successfully achieved will allow them to progress onto further study before embarking on a career as a qualified painter and decorator.
Is the Course for Me?
Learners will need to have a keen interest in learning a trade and be prepared to sometimes work in confined spaces if they are to successfully pursue a career in this industry. Learners should also recognise that decorators are sometimes required to work at heights depending on the jobs they are undertaking.
What will I Learn?
As part of this course, learners will study the following units:
- 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
- Information, quantities and communicating with others
- Knowledge of building methods and construction technology
- Building methods and construction technology
- Know how to erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
- Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms
- Know how to prepare surfaces for decoration
- Prepare surfaces for decoration
- Know how to apply paint systems by brush and roller
- Apply paint systems by brush and roller
- Know how to apply foundation and plain papers
- Apply foundation and plain papers
- Know how to produce specialist decorative finishes
- Produce specialist decorative finishes
You will also undertake:
- Functional Skills in Maths, English and IT
- Personal and Social Development
How will I Learn?
This vocational course is made up of a mix of both practical and theory elements. Practical classes will be carried out in the College's painting and decorating workshops whilst theory classes will take place in one of the classrooms at the College.
Learners will need to provide overalls and safety footwear as well as writing and drawing equipment.
How will I be Assessed?
Learners will achieve their qualification by completing practical activities, a portfolio of evidence and answering question papers throughout the course.
What Enrichments are Available?
Learners will have access to a wide range of enrichment activities within the College to develop and broaden their experience of College life. Enrichment activities include joining sports teams, playing golf and taking part in organised trips such as paintballing or to Meadowhall.
Are there any Trips or Visits?
Occasional trips and visits will form part of this course.
Is there any Work Experience?
Formal work experience does not form a part of this course, however learners will spend a considerable amount of time in the College workshops learning practical skills ready for the workplace.
What can I Progress to?
On successful completion of this course learners will hold a recognised National Level 1 qualification.
There are a range of further opportunities and qualifications to be gained following a Level 1 Diploma. These include undertaking an appropriate NVQ Level 2 or a Level 2 Diploma.
Other Learner's Experiences;
The majority of learners who undertake this course progress onto higher level courses to further develop their skills before seeking employment in the industry.
Please Note:
Acceptance onto courses may be subject to a satisfactory interview and references. For some courses learners may also be required to pay for a CRB disclosure.
Course Code
H0032P
Award Level
Level 1
AwardBody
City & Guilds
Duration
1 years
Preparation for Employment into Construction Industries with Level 1 Diploma Decorative Occupations