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Construction - Young Apprenticeship

Course Code:310STM22A

Course Type:14-16 course

Qualification: The Young Apprenticeship Programme is made up of 2 elements that must be achieved for the student to be awarded the Young Apprenticeship Certificate. The Level 2 First Diploma in Construction and the Young Apprenticeship Certificate. However, these 2 elements are not in themselves dependent upon each other.

Duration: 2 Years

Venue: Crawley Campus, College Road, Crawley West Sussex, RH10 1NR

Start Date: September

Suitable For: Learners expecting C grade GCSEs and wishing to gain employment within the construction industry either in a trade or supervisory role.

Entry By: Interview

Entry Requirements:

Successful interview with college.

Course Content:

• Introduction to Construction – studying the social and environmental impact of the construction industry.
• Health Safety and Welfare – studying health and safety at work
• Construction Science and Maths – Applying maths and science to construction processes.
• Exploring Wood Occupations – and introduction to carpentry.
• Exploring Decorative Occupations – an introduction to painting and decorating.
• Exploring Trowel Occupations – an introduction to brickwork. 50 days work placement over 2 years at a local company/companies, as well as enrichment activities such as trips into business/careers shows/events and e-mentoring.

Other Details:

Assessments is ongoing in both theory and practical

Outcome of Course and Progression:

Craft trades level 2 or site supervision level 3 (with suitable GCSEs)

Cost:

Compulsory use of safety boots, £25.00 (approx)

Further Information:

Mrs Karen Blackman
14-19 Partnership Co-ordinator
01293 453473
kblackman@centralsussex.ac.uk

Course Times/Timetable:

Tuesday 09.00-16.00 (1st year)
Friday 09.00-16.00 (2nd year)