Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills Course – Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering

person who has finished installing a heating system in his training bay

We have trained over 1,500 learners using ELC funding, our feedback is excellent and our average evaluation score on the ELCAS website is showing as 99% from 993 evaluation form returned. 

On 23rd September 2021 we had an ELCAS Provider Quality Audit, and the outcome was that we had no resultant actions as a result of the audit.  During the audit, student evaluation since April 2019 was discussed.  During this time 281 evaluations were returned to ELCAS 278 (98.9%) said they would use the learning provider again / recommend them to a colleague, 3 said they didn’t know.

We put a lot of effort into supporting service leavers to ensure they are on a course which is suitable for them and offer all service leavers ongoing support after they have completed their course.  This has led to many service leavers progressing into employment and self-employment. 

Learner Review

I have fitted new bath and basin taps in my own home, replaced four radiators, replaced a complete bathroom suite for family members and a few other small plumbing tasks. I am still in paid employment in the RAF and will looking to be totally self employed. Thank you for the excellent course.

Paul Allison, Bathroom Installation Skills Course

You are welcome to arrange to visit our centre to see ELC funded courses in action and see the high standard of work that all learners achieve.  Our  courses are limited to 10 people and they fill up quickly so visit now and book a place.  Join thousands of satisfied customers who have learned a trade with us.

We offer a Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills Course which includes training and a level 3 accredited certificates in plastering, plumbing and wall and floor tiling.

This course is proving popular because:

  • Customers prefer to use one trades person to complete projects such as modernising a bathroom rather than arrange a tiler, plasterer and plumber to complete the work.
  • If you are multi-skilled then you are able to obtain work either plastering, plumbing or tiling separately or as a package which increases the jobs you are able to quote for.
  • If you are successful in obtaining a complete project such as modernising a bathroom then that one job will give you several days / couple of weeks work which can be preferable to several one / two day jobs.

You will complete the following courses

Plastering, 9 days
Wall & Floor Tiling, 9 days
Plumbing and Heating, 10 days

These trades above are taught at our training centre in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.  Local accommodation is available.

All trades are taught over 2 consecutive weeks.  You can complete the training as either as a block or split into separate trade courses completed over 12 months.  When booking a course you need to select the dates for all elements of your course.  

We have trained over 1,500 learners using ELC funding, our feedback is excellent and our average evaluation score on the ELCAS website is showing as 97% from 993 evaluation form returned. 

On 23rd September 2021 we had an ELCAS Provider Quality Audit, and the outcome was that we had no resultant actions as a result of the audit.  During the audit, student evaluation since April 2019 was discussed.  During this time 281 evaluations were returned to ELCAS 278 (98.9%) said they would use the learning provider again / recommend them to a colleague, 3 said they didn’t know.

We put a lot of effort into supporting service leavers to ensure they are on a course which is suitable for them and offer all service leavers ongoing support after they have completed their course.  This has led to many service leavers progressing into employment and self-employment. 

This course is accredited to a level 3. 

During your training course you will be assessed at a Level 3 and you will receive Level 3 qualification titled ‘AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills’ including accreditation for each of the individual trades.

The qualification you will achieve is an accredited, RQF qualification and is listed on the government Ofqual register as shown on the following page Ofqual details

Details of this course can also be found on the Government National Careers Service website as shown on the following page National Careers Service details

During this course you will complete 3 of our 10 day courses; plumbing and heating, tiling, plastering as detailed below.   At the end of your training you will receive a level 3 qualification titled ‘Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills’ with each of the 3 trades you choose detailed on the certificate.


Plumbing and Heating Training Course

You will complete 10 days of plumbing and heating training in realistic sized bays, you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout and you will be soldering from day 1.  The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of plumbing and heating jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.

Not only will this course give you the practical skills needed you will also understand the relevant theory so that you can complete the jobs correctly – we will train you to complete a job right first time.  It is one thing being able to solder and install work but another thing understanding how systems and components work and which is the best option for your customers.

During the course you will design and install two full bathroom suites, install showers, complete maintenance work on plumbing systems, design and install a Y or S plan heating system and understand combi heating systems.

You are taught by gas-safe registered plumbing and heating engineer who has over 32 years experience and who is still on the tools – we teach you what you need to earn money.  It is one thing being taught how to complete tasks it is another knowing the tips and tricks of the trade from someone who has been doing it for 32+ years.

During this course you will complete the following to a high standard:

  • Plan and install two full bathroom suite comprising of a bath, basin and w/c, and using copper pipe and soldered end feed fittings, speedfit pipe and fittings, compression fittings and flexi-hoses.
  • Complete basic pipe bending.
  • Put together all of the components of a bathroom suite – legs on the bath and level, taps, waste, contents of toilet cistern.
  • Know how to complete maintenance work to faulty taps, faulty toilets, damaged pipes, etc.
  • Understand domestic plumbing systems including drainage systems.
  • Understanding fittings, traps, waste products, etc. and their suitable uses, terminology and jargon used.
  • Understand different showers available, there suitability for different systems and how to install different showers.
  • Understanding different systems, open vented, sealed systems, gravity, hot water and pumped heating, summer valve system, Y-plan system and S-plan system. Combination and condensing boilers.
  • Identify and understand the operation of the integral parts of a central heating system.
  • Design and INSTALL a heating system such as Y-plan / S-plan up to a boiler.
  • Drain, fill and pressurise a system.
  • Remove and refit radiators.
  • Understanding the different methods used to price jobs, dealing with customers and overcoming problems that may arise. You will also be provided with support after completing your course and you are able to contact your tutor, email or call into the training centre to discuss your queries.
  • Fully answer all your questions related to the trade, you are taught by experienced tradesmen with a passion for the trade, ask as many questions as you wish during the course. You will never hear anyone say ‘We don’t cover that on this course’; we employ experts in each field so they are able to answer your questions.
  • Full support after completing your course. If you have any questions relating to anything that you have covered on your course you are free to contact your tutor or the centre by telephone, email or by calling into the centre. There is no charge for this and you can call at anytime in the future.
  • You will complete a level 3 portfolio during the course.

Every part of the course was interesting and useful and I look forward to taking it further. I liked the learning environment and staff. Tutor gave out a positive approach to the subject and made it a pleasure to arrive to be taught each day. Thank you for the time. WIll be recommending to others. Gareth Ryder, Plumbing and Heating course.


Wall and Floor Tiling Training Course

You will complete 9 days of wall and floor tiling training in realistic sized bays, you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout and you will be fixing tiles from day 1.  The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of wall and floor tiling jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.

Our centre has been approved by The Tile Association (TTA) and is an associated training centre.  During our tiling course you will learn which adhesives and grouts to use and how to prepare an area prior to tiling.  You will know how to set out rooms and will set out your area prior to fixing a range of tiles including 150mm x 150mm, 200mm x 100mm, 300mm x 300mm, 600mm x 300mm, ceramic tiles. You will tile walls and floors which include tiling around obstacles including a window opening, door opening, copper pipes and a toilet.  We will also discuss dealing with customers, estimating materials and quoting for jobs.

You are taught by an experienced tiler with 25 years experience – we teach you to earn money after the course.  It is one thing being taught how to complete tasks it is another knowing the tips and tricks of the trade from someone who has been doing it for 25+ years.

During this course you will complete the following elements:

  • Understand how to set out rooms including floors and walls – very important to know the correct method. You will complete this in your own training bay and we will also cover setting out different sized areas, different rooms, etc.
  • Fix tiles to walls, working around obstacles such as a window opening, door opening, sockets, internal and external angles.
  • Fix wall tiles in different styles with different sized tiles: uniform pattern, brick wall effect, incorporating a feature tile within a tile, ceramic tiles, and with tiles sized 150mm x 150mm, 200mm x 100mm, 300m x 300mm, 600mm x 300mm.
  • Fix tiles to floors – around obstacles such as a toilet.
  • Apply grout to walls and floors using wall grout, floor grout.
  • Practice tile cutting using dry cutters and wet cutters.
  • Know how to install tanking systems.
  • What to consider when tiling over undertile heating
  • Understand different tiles available and their suitability for different applications.
  • Understand which tiles need sealing and why, when to seal the tiles and how to advise customers on any maintenance required.
  • Identify background surfaces and understand any preparation that they may require.
  • Use a selection of tools, equipment and materials used in floor and wall tiling.
  • Understand how to correctly plan and prepare tiling projects – tools and materials needed, time frames and how to cost jobs.
  • Understanding the different methods used to price jobs, dealing with customers and overcoming problems that may arise. You will also be provided with support after completing your course and you are able to contact your tutor by email, phone or call into the training centre to discuss your queries.
  • Fully answer all your questions related to the trade, you are taught by experienced tradesmen with a passion for the trade, ask as many questions as you wish during the course. You will never here anyone say ‘We don’t cover that on this course’; we employ experts in each field so they are able to answer all your questions.
  • Full support after completing your course. if you have any questions relating to anything that you have covered on your course you are free to contact your tutor or the centre, by telephone, email or by calling into the centre. There is no charge for this and you can call at anytime in the future.
  • You will complete a level 3 portfolio during the course.

The most interesting/useful part was the practical/hands-on experience. Good learning atmosphere. Already booked onto the plastering and plumbing. Lee Johnson, Tiling course


Plastering Training Course

You will complete 9 days of plastering training in realistic sized bays and you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout.  The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of plastering jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.

Classroom time is kept to a minimum and trowel in hand time is kept to a maximum – you are in your training bays on day 1 of the course.  During the course you will fix plasterboards to stud walls, to a flat ceiling and a raked ceiling area and fix boards to solid walls. You will plaster a niche, apply plaster to a raked ceiling, apply plaster to plasterboards, overskim walls, and complete patch and repair work.  You will know how to apply backing plaster, plaster over artex and plasterboard an RSJ.  You have your own bay throughout the course and you do your own prep, mixing, applying and finishing.  You will also understand how to price plastering jobs.  Many people who complete our plastering courses go on to earn money plastering after the course.

You are taught by an experienced plasterer with 35+ years experience and who is still on the tools – we teach you what you need to earn money. During this course you will complete the following to a high standard;

  • Apply plaster to plasterboards and previously plastered walls including flat walls, a mock chimney breast area, a wall with a window opening and a niche, including internal and external angles and reveals.
  • Fix plasterboards to stud walls and solid walls which include internal and external angles, window opening and a raked wall/ceiling.  The walls are of a good size, please see our photos.  Each person has their own room throughout the course.
  • Plaster a niche
  • Understand the range of plastering materials and there uses, including but not limited to; EML, different boards available i.e. acoustic, fire, moisture, thermal, impact, how to plaster an RSJ, what to consider when boarding a garage ceiling with a bedroom above, how to cover a DPC, plastering over artex.
  • Fix plasterboards to a ceiling and raked ceiling/wall and apply plaster.
  • Patch and repair damaged walls.
  • Know how to apply a floating coat, how to cover artex and how to plasterboard an RSJ, etc.
  • Understand how to price jobs.  Including how to estimate time and material usage, how to generate quotes, you will produce quotes whilst on the course for a number of jobs.
  • Understand the different tools and equipment used in plastering.  You will plaster using a 13″ Marshalltown trowel, plus a 16″ plastic Flexi trowel and a 14″ metal Flexi trowel.
  • Fully answer all your questions related to the trade, you are taught by experienced tradesmen with a passion for the trade, ask as many questions as you wish during the course. You will never here anyone say ‘We don’t cover that on this course’ we employ experts in each field so they are able to answer all your questions.
  • Full support after completing your course.  If you have any questions relating to anything that you have covered on your course you are free to contact your tutor or the centre, by telephone, by text message, by whatsapp, by email or by calling into the centre. There is no charge for this and you can call at anytime in the future.
  • You will complete a level 3 portfolio during the course.

It is hard to pin-point a certain part as everything I learned was very useful and interesting. The whole environment and work areas make you feel safe. All of the staff are very helpful and understanding. I enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you for a fantastic time, I’ve learned so much. The tutor we had was fantastic. His enthusiasm for plastering rubs off on you. I feel he has made me the best plasterer I can be so once again Thank you. Mark O’Hara, Plastering course.

This ELC funded course is designed for people with little or no previous experience and is attended by people of all ages, and both male and female. The usual age range of people attending our courses is mid twenties to mid fifties although the youngest person to attend a course at our centre was 18 and the oldest was 72 years old.

Our ELC funded courses are suitable for people who wish to learn a new trade so they can change their career, for people wanting to become a property developer, for people who wish to learn the skills to complete work on their own properties and for people who wish to learn a trade to supplement their income.

If you are unsure if the course is suitable please arrange to visit our centre when a course is running to speak with staff and see the high standard of work produced by all learners on the course.  If you are unable to visit our centre we can arrange for our tutor to give you a call, to answer any questions you have.

Our plastering and rendering courses are taught by an experienced plasterer who has over 35 years experience in the trade.

Our plumbing course is taught by a gas safe registered plumbing and heating engineer who has over 32 years experience in the trade and who still runs his own business.

Our tiling course is taught by an experienced tiler/bathroom installer who has over 25 years experience.

All tutors will give you their contact details so if you have any questions after completing our courses you can just give them a call. it is invaluable having the contact details of such experienced tradespeople who you can call at any time with questions you might have, you can also text them a picture of anything you wanted to talk about.

So if you are wanting to change jobs and learn a trade at a centre where they know what they are doing and will help you succeed give us a call.

Support provided when choosing a course

We will provide you with as much information, advice and guidance as we possibly can and if we are not able to offer you the course that best suits your needs or give you the information you require we will signpost you to somewhere that is able to. We do not pressure you to book onto any course and if we feel that you would be better suited to a course we do not offer then we will give you the contact information of a college that does.

Hopefully the majority of the information you require is available on this website but if you have any questions at all then please contact us and we will help in any way we can.

We would like to invite you to attend the training centre to view the facilities and discuss the course with both the tutors and current learners. We suggest if possible that you visit our centre towards the end of a course as people in general are always happy at the beginning of training and you want to make sure that they are as happy at the end of the course. When you visit you will be free to discuss the course with current learners on a 1-to-1 basis, if someone has paid good money or used limited funding to attend a course and they are not happy they will definitely tell you. If you visit towards the end of a course you will also be able to see the standard that everyone on the course has achieved.

One of the most popular comments we receive on questionnaires is that people did not expect to reach the high standard that they do on a course, it is also one of the most popular negative comments that we receive by people who are not aware of what we offer as they will say ‘you won’t be any good after 10 days’, if you yourself are unsure then why not pop down for a pressure free look around.

During Training

During your time with us every member of staff will do their best to help you achieve your aims. You will be provided with supporting literature relating to your trade and have access to further reading to research the trade further in your own time.

If you struggle on any element of the course then we will provide additional training at no extra cost to ensure that you reach the required standard.

If you have any learning difficulties or disabilities or have any physical difficulties or disabilities then we will support you throughout and this additional support will remain between the centre and the individual. The majority of the training courses are practical based but if you do have any concerns then please contact the centre.

We will also provide you with additional IAG relating to progression routes available after completing the course including further training, finding employment and starting to work for yourself. Whilst on a course please contact a member of staff if you require any further in information.Whilst you are at the centre there may be other courses running so if you have any questions relating to another trade please feel free to speak to the relevant tutor – they are all here to help you.

After Training

We will continue supporting you after you have completed a course with us and you can contact us either by email, phone or in person to discuss any aspects that you covered on your course. For example you may wish to contact us to clarify how to complete a job or how to price a job or maybe to ask for information on writing a business plan.

Your tutors will give you their contact telephone numbers and email address so if you have any questions at all you can give them a call. It is invaluable to have this continuous support available and will give you the confidence to complete work away from the centre.

The commitment to putting the needs of learners at the heart of everything the service does was demonstrated in the ways support is provided. Extract from Matrix Assessment Report

Learning a new skill was what I needed to better my chances for a career change.  The tutor and college made every aspect of the course interesting/useful from start to finish.  Probably one of the most understanding companies I’ve come across. Helped me with health issues whilst on course – Martin Pearson

30 days attendance at our centre.  The course  can either be attended as a block or as separate 2 week courses.

Our centre is open from 8am until 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am until 4pm on a Friday.  You will receive email confirmation of your start and finish times when you select each trade.

The course is held at our Stoke-on-Trent centre, ST6 2DJ.  There are a number of hotels within the area, please see the link at the bottom or email for more information.  Please arrive at the training centre at least 15 minutes before the course start time.

The cost of this course is £3,650 INC VAT   £2,850 INC VAT  (ELC, armed forces discount).

As this is a level 3 course, if you are entitled to you can use your ELC funding towards the cost of the course. For the most up-to-date information about claiming ELC funding please visit the ELCAS website at http://www.enhancedlearningcredits.com

When completing your funding application form you will need the following information:

Course Code: CSC01
Course Title: Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills
Cost: £2850
Qualification Achieved: AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills
Start and End Dates: These can be arranged to suit your requirements, to discuss dates further call our centre on 01782 837007 or email enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or dave.hare@tradeteacher.co.uk

If you require any help or advice with regards to funding then please do not hesitate to contact the centre via email at enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or by telephone on 01782 837007.

You may also be able to use IRTC funding to pay for your contribution.

This course is approved for ELC funding.

The cost of this course is £3,650 INC VAT   £2,850 INC VAT  (ELC, armed forces discount).

For the most up-to-date information about claiming ELC funding please visit the ELCAS website at http://www.enhancedlearningcredits.com

When completing your funding application form you will need the following information:

Course Code: CSC01
Course Title: Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills
Cost: £2850
Qualification Achieved: AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills
Start and End Dates: These can be arranged to suit your requirements, to discuss dates further call our centre on 01782 837007 or email enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or dave.hare@tradeteacher.co.uk

If you require any help or advice with regards to funding then please do not hesitate to contact the centre via email at enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or by telephone on 01782 837007.

You may also be able to use IRTC funding to pay for your contribution.

Our training centre is based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 2DJ.  We have no other training centres anywhere else in the UK and we are not associated with any other training providers.

There are several hotels and B&Bs within 5/10 miles of our training centre.  We have agreed reduced rates for people using ELC funding at hotels.  pleas either email or call for more information.

Our ELC courses consist of a combination of our 10-day courses.  Feedback related to the specific trades can be viewed within the pages for each 10-day course.

Below is feedback taken from the evaluation forms ELC learners have submitted directly to ELCAS.

Great Course, Highly recommended and look forward to do other course next year. Thank you Steve and John for your excellent instructions. Dave for your great support and assistance on providing all useful information for the Course. See you next year. ELC learner 06/22

Really great course! The college were really helpful and I would go back for other courses!  ELC learner 06/22

The Construction Skills College is very well run, the instructors are superb, the delivery of the courses i attended was first class. ELC learner 06/22

Really good course, great down to earth tutors, definitely would recommend ELC learner 06/22

An excellent learning provider who I will definitely be recommending to my colleagues. The tutors are extremely knowledgeable and were able to pass this on to all students during their modules.
The college is excellent and has everything that is needed to successfully complete the courses. It has a welcoming atmosphere and all staff are extremely helpful and want everyone there to succeed. ELC learner 06/22

The college was excellent and actually exceeded my expectations. Tutors, learning environment were all fantastic  ELC learner 06/22

Very professional service from this provider. I would not hesitate in recommending this college to any serving or former serving SP. Excellent tutors all round and excellent facilities for all training purposes.  Highly recommended.  ELC learner 05/22

A very well set out and structured collage. The Tutors are very skilled and helpful.  ELC learner 06/22

All in all I thought the course was great, very experienced instructors that know what they’re talking about. A great environment for learning and pitched at the right level. Whatever course you decide to do, by the end of it you can walk away and feel confident in your abilities. The instructors cant do enough for you. I have already done and will continue to recommend this course to service leavers.  ELC learner 05/22

Really useful,really helpful met my expectations.I would highly recommend any service leavers to attend the course if they are trying to find a way around to construction industry. ELC learner 05/22

Great course, good location, great knowledge provided by experienced instructors.  ELC learner 05/22

Excellent course, excellent instructors. Would use again if i had the opportunity and highly recommend to all i speak to. ELC learner 05/22

Outstanding support throughout the duration of the course. Can’t be thankful enough. Really looking forward to enrol and attend other courses with this training provider. ELC learner 05/22

This is a professional and rewarding course, with excellent instructors who have had decades of experience within their disciplines. The courses are designed to high standard, and the tools/materials are a good quality and in abundance. ELC learner 04/22

Very professional and useful course. Would definitely use again best instructors I have had. ELC learner 04/22

Superb ‘hands on’ course with very knowledgeable and approachable instructors. I would wholeheartedly recommend this course, as it was to me from a previous attendee. ELC learner 04/22

Thoroughly enjoying the course it is more than meeting my expectations, excellent tutors who are professional and very supportive throughout the course programme.  I have achieved a lot of knowledge on the subjects covered and would most certainly recommend this service provider to any of my colleagues.  ELC learner 04/22

Very professional, supportive and knowledgeable staff. No questions left unanswered. Would definitely recommend. ELC learner 03/22

Construction Skills College provides good courses with sufficient materials, instructors were professional and helpful. Admin was easy. I have referred to my colleagues. ELC learner 03/22

Was a very good course overall. This course gives you all the knowledge required to either go into self employment or as a person doing DIY. On completion of this course i feel fully confident of being able to take on any jobs within the field i was trained in. i will be back again to complete more training. ELC learner 03/22

By far one of the best courses I have attended. Professionally delivered and a friendly, welcoming learning environment. The course was well worth the cost and far exceeded my initial expectations. I would highly recommend this course to those who wish to delve into property maintenance in the future. A mention also for the professional admin staff in the office who provided fast and friendly support where required. ELC learner 03/22

Absolutely brilliant course, Tutor was fantastic in both delivery and support. Materials and equipment were spot one and I left the course exceeding my exceptions in both capability and understanding.  Would highly recommend the provider and look to attend again in near future.  ELC learner 03/22

I learned a lot from my time at the Construction Skills College. The three elements of the course have given me the skills and confidence to undertake tiling, plastering and plumbing tasks. All the staff were professional and supportive, which was of particular importance to me as I had no experience of any of the skills prior to attending.  ELC learner 03/22

The Construction Skills College at Stoke on Trent is an excellent training establishment. I was recommended this course by a colleague and I would have no hesitation in highly recommending the course to others. The tutors were excellent at passing on trade skills and knowledge, it surpassed my expectations and has given me a high level of confidence in the trades that I have learnt.  ELC learner 03/22

Excellent training which is very useful to our daily life and also for second career.   ELC learner 03/22

Very enjoyable course and fantastic hands on the tools training – just what I wanted. Have already recommended this training provider to others. ELC learner 03/22

An extremely professional and competent college with very knowledgeable tutors who clearly love teaching in their skilled fields. Recommend to anyone. ELC learner 02/22

Excellent quality of training provided by clear Subject Matter Experts. I would highly recommend these courses to others who are on the Resettlement Journey. ELC learner 02/22

The courses and the instructors are fantastic, this course was way more valuable than I imagined. Highly recommend this to anyone looking to start a business. ELC learner 02/22

The courses was very useful. All tutors were outstanding with teaching quality and subject matter experts. I really enjoyed the course and I will recommend them to a colleague. The learning provider provided sufficient tools and materials through out the course. They are more professional. ELC learner 02/22

Skills that I have learned for life and would never regret my time and effort spent. The learning activity met my expectation greatly. The instructors are very professional, supportive and are always happy to help after course as well. A great after sales support.  ELC learner 02/22

The courses and the instructors are fantastic, this course was way more valuable than I imagined. Highly recommend this to anyone looking to start a business. ELC learner 02/22

Excellent facilities and tuition, I would personally like to thank CSC, instructors and team for all of the courses I have expanded my knowledge in and set me up for my future career. ELC learner 02/22

Very good course, mostly practical hands on, tutors are brilliant with huge amount of experience and knowledge. Can still get in touch with them for further advice even after the course has finished. ELC learner 02/22

The quality of instruction received over the 3 modules for the course was exceptional. All the instructors were friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable in there area. The tools and parts provided were of a high standard to conduct the practical training. Instructors were always willing to assist and provide additional advice if needed, showing there passion and ability to cater for varying degrees of learner.  ELC learner 01/22

I would definitely recommend construction skills college as a learning provider as the tutors are experienced, friendly and extremely knowledgeable and professional. ELC learner 01/22

I would highly recommend the Construction Skills College, great content delivered by professional instructors who have actually spent time in their trades and on the tools and are willing and able to pass on their wealth of knowledge. ELC learner 01/22

They provided enormous support throughout the course. Enough tools and materials were provided. Tutors were very supportive. There was very good environment of the college. ELC learner 01/22

The Construction Skill Collage was a fantastic environment to be in. The tutors were all at the top of their game and always willing to help. Nothing was ever too much trouble and always on hand to point you in the right direction, if needed. ELC learner 01/22

I will be certainly looking at going back to continue my personnel development with them.

This was a fantastic learning experience, particularly for someone requiring to improve their DIY or professional skills in the building construction and maintenance fields. I highly recommend Constructions Skills College to any service leaver who lacks the experience, knowledge and skills if seeking employment in this sector.  ELC learner 12/21

Fantastic college, Lee, Phil and steve where fantastic and very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend the college, hope to go back in the future to study somemore. ELC learner 12/21

A well run and professional training centre. All the instructors are professionals at trade and impart not only how to do the job, but suggested work around for the common errors and faults that they have found whilst working at trade. ELC learner 12/21

I have utilised all the skills to set up my own business which is flourishing. I have made use of their callback system to ask advice when needed and have attended additional course with them. I can’t recommend them highly enough. ELC learner 12/21

Definitely consider using for future courses, ELCAS or otherwise. ELC learner 12/21

Brilliant course and would 100% recommend it to anyone leaving the forces. Will be using my other ELC’s for more courses. Really pleased and happy with what I learnt and these skills will definitely help me with future employment and work. ELC learner 12/21

The training was outstanding from the start to finish. The course is delivered to all levels of experience and adapted to individual needs, allowing progression at a personal level. ELC learner 11/21

I attended a Wall & Floor Tiling course (16 – 27 Aug 21) and a Carpentry Course (08 – 19 Nov 21). Both these courses were extremely professionally delivered and in an excellent training environment, these exceeded my expectations. I feel that I have learnt the skills I require to competently and confidently move forward in to this area of work when I leave the service. I would commend any service leaver interested in construction disciplines to choose the Construction Skills College.  ELC learner 11/21

Extremely well-taught modules – yet again (this time as study for a Diploma) the tutors of all 3 of my modules were very professional, and were able adapt the teaching to ensure that all students reached the same (high) level of achievement at the end of each section of training. It was obvious that the students’ needs were paramount, and CSC were able to take both novices and experienced individuals alike and achieve great results for both cohorts of learners. A great place to study, and my thanks to CSC. ELC learner 11/21

I attended 3 courses provided by this company, all were extremely professionally presented and delivered in a friendly and effective manner. The split between theory and practical hands on activity was well managed and appropriate.
I have no negative comments and I have already recommended these courses to other service leavers.   ELC learner 11/21

The college is well laid out and suitable to support the training it provides.  I thoroughly enjoyed both courses and would recommend them. ELC learner 11/21

Excellent courses, convenient location for me. I learned alot in a short period of time, ELC learner 10/21

Thoroughly enjoyed the courses, took a lot away from it and hopefully plan to use these new skills learnt. ELC learner 10/21

Yes they whole course was very professional, I would recommend this course to anyone who has an interest in construction. ELC learner 09/21

it was an outstanding skill set that I learned during my resettlement course. ELC learner 09/21

These courses were delivered in an excellent manner and will give me the necessary skills required to seek employment once I transition out of the military sector. ELC learner 09/21

It was a very good course, where i have learnt/gained a lot of knowledge plus experience ELC learner 09/21

100% the right course for my future aspirations after leaving the Army, Great tuition and great hands on experience within the lessons.  would definitely recommend the course to all service leavers who enter into the construction Industry or for hands on DIY/Homeowners. ELC learner 09/21

Great course, tutors where very helpful and professional, and the owner made every effort to change course dates when a slot became available. Would definitely use them again in the future…..5 star service, Thank you ELC learner 09/21

Great course tutors were brilliant and have learned so much. Would highly recommend this college. Can’t wait to come back to do more courses. ELC learner 08/21

Excellent training environment, all staff and instructors very approachable, professional and knowledgeable. All aspects met with confidence to a high degree. Highly recommended. ELC learner 08/21

The two courses I completed were excellent and provided me with more than I expected. ELC learner 07/21

Great course, great learning environment and extremely knowledgeable instructors. ELC learner 07/21

I was amazed at how much was covered on the courses and I look forward to doing another. ELC learner 07/21

great collage and courses, Staff always there to lend a helping hand to those finding the skills a little more challenging, and a massive font of knowledge from all the instructors for each skill delivered.  I will be using ELCAS again to do some more course at the collage. ELC learner 07/21

If you wish to book onto a course please contact us either via email at enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or call 01782 837007.

Our courses are very popular and book up quickly and as we only have 10 spaces on each course the course dates below maybe full before we have time to update this website.  Also it is worth noting that as we are flexible with customers, we do allow them to change course dates and so spaces may become available before we have had time to update the website.  It is worth adding your details to our reserve list as we will contact people on the list first to offer new spaces.  To be added to our reserve list, email your contact details to enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk

Start Date
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December 2nd 2024
Dates for 2025 are available, email for more information
person installing copper pipework
person from liverpool who has installed a bathroom on plumbing course
person who has installed a heating system in their individual bay
person fitting a bathroom suite
person installing copper pipe under flooring
lady bending copper pipe using a pipe bender
person tiling a wall with large format tiles
person cutting tiles around copper pipes
person tiling a tile in tile feature
tiling work completed during course
person from Birmingham applying silicon on our tiling course
mosaic pattern of a cat designed and fixed by a learner on the course
person apply plaster to a large wall area using his trowel
a plastered raked ceiling and walls completed by a learner during his training
person from kent fixing plasterboards using dot and dab technique on plastering course
woman showing the work she has completed on her plastering course in stoke-on-trent
person skimming ceiling
person fixing plasterboards

You are Taught by Experienced Tradespeople.

Our courses are intensive but taught in a relaxed, friendly and professional manner by experienced tradespeople.  We will fully support you when you finish your training course so you will be confident using your new found skills, after completing any training with us you are able to call into the centre or contact your tutor directly to discuss anything that you covered on your course.

More Training for your Money.

Less classroom time, more tools in hands time.  Although our courses are short they are very intensive and you will be completing practical work from day 1.  The only way you are going to learn is by having expert advice and lots of practical time to practice, practice, practice.

It is also important when completing a course that you are working in a good sized area as this give you the confidence to complete work when you leave the centre.  When deciding on which training centre to attend take the time to compare sizes of training bays and visit a centre when a course is on to speak with learners and see the standard of with the produce. 

Regular Start Dates.

We have courses starting every two weeks, throughout the year.  We do not close for bank holidays, half terms, college summer holidays.  We only close for two weeks at Christmas.  Please feel free to contact Dave on 01782 837007 or via enquiries@tradeteacher.co.uk or dave.hare@tradeteacher.co.uk and he will work with you to plan dates.

Work a Learner Completed

Below is a video we received from a gent who used his ELC funding to complete plastering, plumbing and tiling courses at our centre.  The video shows a walkthrough of a job he completed where he took the rooms from bare brick to a finished master bedroom with ensuite.

An excellent learning provider who I will definitely be recommending to my colleagues. The tutors are extremely knowledgeable and were able to pass this on to all students during their modules.  The college is excellent and has everything that is needed to successfully complete the courses. It has a welcoming atmosphere and all staff are extremely helpful and want everyone there to succeed. ELC learner 06/22

This is my last of three courses completed.  I want to say a massive thank you to you all for sharing your vast knowledge on all of the courses covered.  I love how relaxed an environment the college has, all of the tutors are very friendly and welcoming, they always go that extra mile.  There was always an abundance of materials for the course.  I have already recommended the the course to others. D Harris, ELC course.

Based on my own (military) experience, I never found the time to learn and develop my DIY skills.  I would encourage many of my colleagues to attend these courses, which are valuable life skills. JM, ELC funded learner

4th course, will be back for more.  Have set up my own business directly from the skills, knowledge and confidence gained. R Rea, ELC course

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About Us

Our ELC Funded Construction Courses

This course includes training in 3 trades and upon successful completion you will receive a qualification titled ‘Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills’.

You will complete training in the following:

  • Plumbing and Heating
  • Wall & Floor Tiling
  • Plastering

Level 3 Certificate in Bathroom Installation Skills

This course includes training in 3 trades and upon successful completion you will receive a qualification titled ‘Level 3 Certificate in Kitchen Installation Skills’.

The course includes a mandatory trade of

  • Kitchen Fitting

Plus you can choose any 2 trades from the following:

  • Plastering
  • Plumbing and Heating
  • Wall & Floor Tiling

Level 3 Certificate in Kitchen Installation Skills

This course includes training in 2 trades and upon successful completion you will receive a qualification titled ‘Level 3 Award in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills’.

You can choose any 2 trades from the following:

  • Plastering
  • Plumbing and Heating
  • Wall & Floor Tiling
  • Carpentry
  • Kitchen Fitting
  • Bricklaying
  • Introduction to Domestic Electrical Installations

Level 3 Award in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills

This course includes training in 3 trades and upon successful completion you will receive a qualification titled ‘Level 3 Certificate in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills’.

You can choose any 3 trades from the following:

  • Plastering
  • Plumbing and Heating
  • Wall & Floor Tiling
  • Carpentry
  • Kitchen Fitting
  • Bricklaying
  • Introduction to Domestic Electrical Installations

Level 3 Certificate in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills

This course includes training in 3 trades and upon successful completion you will receive a qualification titled ‘Level 3 Diploma in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills’.   NOTE:  To complete this course you must have already completed a Level 3 Certificate as you need a total of 6 trades to achieve this qualification.

You can choose any 3 trades from the following:

  • Plastering
  • Plumbing and Heating
  • Wall & Floor Tiling
  • Carpentry
  • Kitchen Fitting
  • Bricklaying
  • Introduction to Domestic Electrical Installations

Level 3 Diploma in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills

More about us and our courses.

Our courses are taught by very experienced tradespeople who have many, many years experience working in their trade and running their own business. All tutors will give you their contact details so if you have any questions after completing our courses you can just give them a call. So if you are wanting to change jobs and learn a trade, at our a centre our tutors they know what they are doing and will help you succeed.  We have many, many years experience re-training people who are looking at learning a new skill to change careers. We have been selected for two visits from MP’s due to the work we have done retraining people facing redundancy.  We have training over 1,350 people who were using ELC funding and we continuously receive excellent feedback.  We know what we are doing and we know what you can do.

Our training courses are ideal if you wish to learn the trades we offer, as they have been designed by experienced and qualified tradespeople and are aimed at giving you knowledge and skills in construction trades as well as the confidence to use your skills. You are taught the skills you need to complete the majority of work that customer want you to complete.

Our courses are intensive but taught in a relaxed, friendly and professional manner by experienced tradespeople who are approved to deliver training. We will fully support you when you finish your training course so you will be confident using your new found skills, after completing any training with us you are able to call into the centre or contact your tutor directly to discuss anything that you covered on your course.

We are based in the Midlands and close to major motorways, train stations and airports. Local accommodation is available at a reduced rate and we can advice and/or arrange this if you wish. People travel from throughout the UK for our construction courses.  People have travelled from Manchester, Kent, South Shields, Liverpool, North East, Portsmouth, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Scotland, North Wales, Leeds, Derby, West Midlands, Bristol and the North West to attend our plastering, plumbing, tiling, carpentry, kitchen fitting, bricklaying and electrical courses.  We have also had people fly in from Ireland, France, Spain, Canary Islands, Germany, USA, Australia and Brunei to attend a course with us.  We are definitely worth travelling to – you are investing in your future.

Our training centre in Stoke-on-Trent has approx 10,000 square feet of purpose built training facilities.

The courses on offer are ideal to help you achieve your aims be they:

  • You may be interested in a career change or wish to earn an additional income and have no previous experience, or
  • You may want to become a property developer, or
  • You wish to learn a trade to enable you to complete work of a high standard on your own property or for family members

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