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Introduction to Plastering

Overview

This four-week part-time evening course is designed to help adults aged 19 and over learn, develop, and practice the skills needed for employment and/or career progression in plastering. The course is conducted in small, supportive groups and is both fun and engaging.


Start dates and fees

Start date(s)

  • Please refer to the table below.

Time

  • 5.00-8.00pm (Monday and Tuesday)

Cost

  • FREE
    • Aged 19 or over (on August 31 2024) and living in eligible postcodes 
    • Earning below £25,000
    • Unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits
    • Employed and in receipt of qualifying benefits but take-home pay (disregarding benefits) is less than £892 a month (sole adult) or £1,437 a month (joint benefit)
    • Economically inactive (learners who are not working and in receipt of benefits).
  • £75 - if you do not fall into the above criteria.
Start DateCodeAnnual Fee (Age)Actions
over 19
27/01/20252282A104£75.00Apply

What will I study?

You will study how to:

  • Prepare background surfaces
  • Prepare the correct mix of plastering materials
  • Apply render scratch coat to internal backgrounds
  • Fix sheet materials
  • Apply multi finish to plasterboard background

Entry requirements

  • This course is only available to learners aged 19+.
  • No previous experience or skills are required.

How long is the course?

4 weeks.


How will I be assessed?

Practical assessment.


What does the course lead to?

Completing this course could lead to working in a junior plasterer role within construction or as a maintenance professional, either employed or self-employed.

Local employers in the area include council maintenance departments, housing associations and schools. 


What can I progress onto?


Career opportunities


How do I apply?

Apply online

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