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Overview
This course provides women with an introduction to the construction industry. During the course, you'll gain experience and knowledge in a variety of construction trades including bricklaying, carpentry & joinery, plastering and wall & floor tiling.
On successful completion of this course, you'll receive an Extended Certificate in Construction Skills at SCQF level 3.
This course runs for 6 months from January - June.
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You will be offered placements by McTaggart Construction.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 3.
Minimum entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we’ll make an offer based on your application form.
What you study
You'll learn a range of hand skills and practical tasks in the following trade areas:
- Bricklaying.
- Carpentry and joinery.
- Plastering.
- Wall and floor tiling.
You'll also have the opportunity to develop skills in communication, numeracy and ICT.
After the course
You can expect to go on to work in the construction industry, after specialising in a trade.
Continuing study
You'll be able to apply for an SCQF Level 4 course in a number of trades after successfully completing the course.