Construction Pre-Apprentice (Bricklaying, Joinery & Painting)
- Duration:-
- Mode:-
- Starting:-
- SCQF level:-
- Cost:-
Construction Pre-Apprentice (Bricklaying, Joinery & Painting)
Overview
This course is designed to provide students with a range of skills, industry-recognised qualifications and certificates that will assist them in the pursuit of a construction-related apprenticeship. You will focus on Bricklaying, Joinery and Painting Trades which have been selected to give an insight to various aspects of the construction industry along with the specific qualifications required to work on site.
This course differs from other pre-apprentice courses in that it broadly focuses on three trades rather than a sharper focus on only two.
Entry
National 4 qualifications in Construction or similar technical discipline would be a considerable advantage to prospective students.
General experience of mature students considered.
Applicants must be 16 years old by the end of September 2025 to commence this course.
Candidate’s specific course suitability may be decided through a thorough interview process, preference will be given to those who can display a genuine desire to work in the construction industry.
Students who hold no National 4 qualifications at all could consider the Access to industry course to prepare themselves for this course
Learn
On this course, you will learn:
Learn
On this course, you will learn:
- Painting and wallpapering techniques
- Joinery Techniques
- Bricklaying techniques
Qualifications, Certificates and Experiences
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills (Bricklaying)
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills (Carpentry & Joinery)
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills (Painting & Decorating)
- CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
Working patterns
The course is predominantly practical based in workshop and project areas & includes approximately one half day of classroom work each week. Students will be expected to engage with and complete mandatory theory elements.
Work Placement
Engagement with employers through extended work placements may be available for students who excel in their studies and attitudes, they must show a genuine desire to enter the industry to be considered.
