Construction Skills Entry Level 3
Do you want to work in construction but you're not sure where to start? The City & Guilds Entry Level 3 Extended Certificate in Construction Skills is the perfect introduction to the industry, no experience needed. Designed for students who are ready to get hands-on and learn practical skills, this course covers a wide range of trades including bricklaying, carpentry, and painting & decorating.
You’ll learn in our fully equipped workshops, using our tools and materials to develop the confidence and know-how to work safely and effectively within construction.
This course is all about giving you the skills, support, and experience you need to move on to a Level 1 trade qualification or even an apprenticeship. Whether you're aiming to be a builder, decorator, or site worker – this is your first step into the world of construction.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What will I study?
The qualification covers a range of hand-skills, practical tasks and theory lessons in the following trade areas:
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry and joinery
- Painting and decorating
You will choose one of the above as your main route whilst also studying elements of the other disciplines in the first term.
To be successful on this course, you need to have the ability to work well in a team, outstanding commitment and enthusiasm, and outstanding attendance and punctuality.
This course is all about giving you the skills, support, and experience you need to move on to a Level 1 qualification or even an apprenticeship. Whether you're aiming to be a builder, decorator, or site carpenter – this is your first step into the world of construction.
Method of delivery
This programme will be delivered in our modern workshops and classrooms, focusing on developing your practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours ready for assessment. All assessments will be carried out in accordance with awarding body guidelines. To prepare you prior to your assessments, we will build up your skills, knowledge and behaviours to give you the best chance of achieving your potential. We will sequence the curriculum delivery to meet industry needs and work with you through each step to build your confidence.
How will I be assessed?
90% practical and 10% theory work will be assessed in line with awarding body requirements. This will be set, and internally assessed, examinations and practical synoptic assessments.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
On successful completion of this course, you can progress on to a Level 1 Diploma in one of the following trade areas:
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry and joinery
- Painting and decorating
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