Building and construction

Building and construction full-time courses

• Bricklaying

  • Entry Level Diploma in Basic Construction Skills (Brickwork)
  • Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying - Level 1
  • Level 2 Technical Certificate in Brickwork - Level 2
  • Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Brickwork - Level 3

• Carpentry and joinery

  • Entry Level Diploma in Basic Construction Skills (Carpentry and Joinery) - Entry Level
  • Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery - Level 1
  • Level 2 Technical Certificate in Site or Architectural Joinery - Level 2
  • Architectural Joinery Advanced Technical Diploma - Level 3

• Construction (professional studies)

  • Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment - Level 3
  • HNC Construction and the Built Environment - Level 4
  • HND Construction and the Built Environment (Construction - Management) - Level 5

• Electrical

  • Diploma in Electrical Services - Level 1
  • Diploma in Electrical/Electrotechnical Technology - Level 2
  • Diploma in Electrical Installation - Level 3

• Painting and decorating

  • Painting and Decorating - Basic Construction Skills - Entry Level
  • Diploma Painting and Decorating - Level 1
  • Painting and Decorating Technical Certificate - Level 2
  • Painting and Decorating Advanced Technical Certificate - Level 3

• Plastering

  • Plastering - Entry Level
  • Diploma in Plastering - Level 1
  • Plastering Technical Certificate - Level 2
  • Plastering Advanced Technical Certificate - Level 3

• Plumbing

  • Diploma in Plumbing - Level 1
  • Plumbing Technical Certificate - Level 2
  • Diploma in Plumbing - Level 3

Why choose construction at West Notts?

State-of-the-art facilities

Train in modern facilities at our construction centre (Station Park), a dedicated training facility for students looking to get into the construction trades. The centre is equipped with some of the best facilities in the sector, and with both practical areas and classrooms close by, students will hone specialist skills needed for employment.

Tutors with industry know-how

Our tutors have plenty of industry experience and are keen to pass on their tips and techniques of the trade to young hopefuls. Students are taught under the watchful eye of industry experts who have been there and done it.

Showcase your skills

Once our students are skilled-up, they’ll be keen to show off their talents. Construction students have the opportunity to showcase their skills at local, regional and national competitions.

Last year, Station Park was chosen as the venue to host the East Midland’s Regional Skillbuild competition, where many of our students were acknowledged for their hard work.

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Search the #madeatwestnotts hashtag on Instagram to see what our students get up to at college.

The construction centre is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to help our construction students best prepare for industry.

Painting and decorating students put their creative flair to good use in designated practical areas on-site.

Electrical installation students get stuck in with hands-on projects to help them train safely and get workplace-ready.

The spacious centre allows bricklaying students to think big and try their hand at practical projects to scale.

Carpentry and joinery students are put to task as part of their course to learn the specialist skills required for their trade.

The construction centre is home to our plumbing students who work using industry-standard equipment to get the job done!

Tutors are always on hand to share their expertise, and make sure our students train safely.

Large open spaces and classrooms nearby allow students to perfect their craft ready for the working world of construction!

The construction centre provides enough space for students to train alongside each other, to achieve their goals.

Students practice in three-storey high assessment bays – designed to simulate real life environments.

Tutors work closely with students to ensure they develop the right skills for the workplace.

Plumbing students get to grips with industry-standard equipment to make sure they’re ready for the working world once qualified.

Plastering students have all the space they need to practice their specialist skills and technique.