Women Into Construction

Women Into Construction NQ

(SCQF level 3)

Full-time, Engineering

Course Options
No course offerings available at the moment.

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. 

Your course will be delivered by our highly professional teaching staff with significant Construction Industry experience and a proven track record of bringing out the best in their students. 

   

Minimum entry requirements
  • There are no formal entry requirements. 
  • You must be over 16 years of age at the start of the course. 

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.

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 will 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 can apply for an SCQF Level 4/5 course in a number of trades on successful completion of the course. 

How the course is taught

Three days per week - two days in a practical workshop, a half day in City Campus classroom and a half day self-directed study. 

Dress code

Safety boots and overalls will be provided.