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Level 1 Multi-trade Construction

Key Facts

Level: 1
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: CN1FTP002C0
Start Date: September 2026
Awarding Body: City & Guilds

Code: CN1FTP002C0

Please Note: This programme is provisionally full for 26/27.
Applications for September 2027 will open in October

For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).

Level 1 Multi-trade provides the ideal introduction to the Construction industry and covers essential skills in the following trades: Bricklaying, Carpentry and Joinery, Plastering, Painting and Decorating, Construction Operations, Wall and Floor Tiling, Electrical and Plumbing.

These qualifications are suitable for individuals of any wanting an introduction to the variety of construction trades, to gain skills in those areas and perhaps to decide which trade is the right one to pursue a career in.

Features and Benefits

Learners study in state of the art workshops that reflect what they'd find in the Construction industry, allowing them to be prepared for entering the industry once qualified. All lecturers are experts within their trades, bringing a wealth of skills and knowledge from industry into the classroom.

Course Content

Modules include:

Basic Health and Safety

Principles of building

Introduction to Carpentry skills

Introduction to Bricklaying skills

Introduction to Plumbing skills

Introduction to Painting and decorating skills

Plus a range of other construction skills

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 1 or above
  • For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)

Progression Opportunities

Successful completion of this course will allow learners to progress onto a Level 2 Construction trades course or move into an apprenticeship to study at the next level in industry.

Why choose Stephenson?

State of the Art Facilities

The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction, Electrical Installation and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care

Fantastic Opportunities

Specialises in providing high-quality Apprenticeship opportunities for students from across the country

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