Entry requirementsEntry requirements Taster day with assessment in English, maths and technical skills.
Course descriptionGeneral information
This course is intended for students who do not pass the entrance test for the Diploma Level 1 in Bricklaying and would like to improve their skills to enable them to go on to this course.
Course content
The course induction includes basic health and safety training, time planning and preparation for college, with advice on building a portfolio of work.
Induction includes:
* Practical skills
* Health and safety
* Preparing for work
* Introduction to brickwork or Introduction to joinery
* Ed-Excel Entry Level Skills for Working Life
* Basic skills
* Interview skills
* Improving your learning
Teaching and assessment
Students will work towards the above units through completing assignments, classroom activities and practical tasks. The work will have a construction related content. Their work will be presented in the form of a portfolio.