Multi-Skilled Courses
We have trained over 1,350 learners using ELC funding, our feedback is excellent and our average evaluation score on the ELCAS website is showing as 98% from 857 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, thus far, completed 3 courses with your company and I have to say that I find your courses excellent with the standard of instructors of equal calibre, all thoroughly admirable chaps with a good, very experienced grounding in the trade and able to establish an excellent rapport with their students.
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 30 day Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance Course, which allows you to train in either plastering, plumbing and heating, wall and floor tiling, carpentry, kitchen fitting, bricklaying, domestic electrics. You can then use these skills to complete individual projects or to complete larger projects such as developing/renovating/refurbishing/maintaining properties.
We appreciate that not everyone wants to learn the same trade so this course enable you to design the contents of the training to suit your needs. You may select any 3 courses from the following:
Kitchen Fitting, 10 days
Carpentry, 10 days
Plastering, 10 days
Wall & Floor Tiling, 10 days
Plumbing and Heating, 10 days
Bricklaying, 10 days
Domestic electrics, 10 days
All trades are taught as 10-day courses delivered over 2 consecutive weeks, Monday to Friday. You can complete the training as either as a 6-week block or split into separate 2-week courses completed over 12 months.
We have trained over 1,350 learners using ELC funding, our feedback is excellent and our average evaluation score on the ELCAS website is showing as 98% from 857 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 ‘Open College Network Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance 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
The difference between the Level 3 Award, Certificate and Diploma.
Level 3 Award – 20 days – any 2 trades, £1,750
Level 3 Certificate – 30 days – any 3 trades, £2,550
Level 3 Diploma – 60 days – 6 trades (this needs to be completed as two separate 30 day courses. Learners will complete a Level 3 Certificate first consisting of 3 trades (£2,550) and then complete another 3 trades (£2,550) to achieve a level 3 diploma). Please feel free to email or call to discuss.
During this course you can choose to complete any 3 of our 10 day courses detailed below. At the end of your training you will receive a level 3 qualification titled ‘level 3 Certificate in Building Installation and Property Maintenance Skills’ with each of the 3 trades you choose detailed on the certificate.
Choose any 3 from the following 10-day courses.
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 10 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, 250mm x 330mm, ceramic tiles, mosaic tiles and natural stone travertine 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, mosiac tiles in a border and mosaic pattern tiling, tiling with mosaic tiles, travertine natural stone tiles, ceramic tiles, and with tiles sized 150mm x 150mm, 200mm x 100mm, 300m x 300mm, 250mm x 330mm.
- Fix tiles to floors – around obstacles such as a toilet.
- Apply grout to walls and floors using wall grout, floor grout.
- Seal, fix and grout travertine tiles. You will fix, seal and grout tumbled and unfilled natural travertine tiles.
- Practice tile cutting using dry cutters and wet cutters.
- Know how to install tanking systems.
- What to consider and how to install wetrooms
- 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 10 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, plaster a curved wall/ceiling 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
- Plaster a curved wall/ceiling.
- 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.
- AKnow 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.
Kitchen Fitting Training Course
You will complete 10 days of kitchen fitting training in a good sized bay, you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout and you will fit the kitchen on your own and start doing this from day 1. The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of kitchen fitting jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.
During the course you will complete the full process from planning kitchen layouts to installing a kitchen including base units, wall units and larder units, fitting cornice/pelmet and plinth and the all important worktop cuts including cutting out for a sink and cooker hob and completing the required mitre cuts (secret joints) and finish with with worktop edging. Throughout the course we will discuss how to price jobs and the best place to get materials from and how to set up trade accounts.
You are taught by an experienced joiner / kitchen fitter who has over 41 years experience and who is still on the tools – we teach you to earn/save 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 40+ years.
During this course you will complete the following elements:
- Using hand and power tools required to successfully install a kitchen so that you are confident in using them which will improve the quality of your work and the reduce the time it takes.
- Materials – understand the different units, worktops, cornice, pelmet, adhesives, fixings for a kitchen and understand the difference in quality as well as things to consider when recommending and installing these items.
- Kitchen Plans – how to read plans and how to advice and plan kitchen layouts to meet customer requirements.
- Install base, wall and larder units into your training bay.
- Install decorative end panels, corner posts, etc.
- Cutting of worktops using a worktop jig and router and cutting out for sinks and cooker hobs and completing mitre cuts / secret cuts and bolt together worktops. You will complete 3 days just cutting worktops as this is important to learn and practice.
- Fitting cornice/pelmet and plinth.
- Hanging and levelling doors and fitting handles.
- 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 related to quoting for work.
- 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.
Came on the course with no knowledge at all in kitchens and have left confident of installing a kitchen from scratch. Instruction was delivered in a relaxed manner and I think two weeks is the right amount of time for students to pick it up. Had a great time. Darren Gotheridge, Kitchen Fitting Course
Carpentry Training Course
You will complete 10 days of carpentry training in a good sized bay, you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout and you will start to build your stud wall on day 1. The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of carpentry jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.
During the course you will plan and prepare for a number of first and second fix tasks as listed below to enable you to complete most joinery jobs within a property development/refurbishment and be able to complete the jobs as separate individual tasks.
You are taught by an experienced joiner / kitchen fitter who has over 41 years experience and who is still on the tools – 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 40+ years.
During this course you will complete the following elements:
- Correct use of hand and power tools used within carpentry so that you are confident in using them which will improve the quality of your work and the reduce the time it takes to complete jobs.
- Materials – understand the different materials used within site carpentry – where and why they are used, how to install and maintain.
- Build stud walls leaving a window opening and door opening.
- Install an untrenched door lining/casing into a new stud wall – once you have built the stud wall you will install a untrenched door lining.
- Hang a brand new 6 panel door into the door lining you have installed.
- Fix door furniture including hinges, handles, tubular notice latch.
- Install sash lock.
- Hang a door into an existing frame which is not plumb, straight.
- Cut and fix architrave.
- Cut and fix skirting boards to various angles.
- Make and fit an internal window board/sill.
- Make and fit pipe boxing.
- Make and fit a meter box.
- Fit laminate flooring.
- 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 related to quoting for work.
- 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.
I found all of the course useful and will be using the skills when I start renovating properties. Barry Marshallsay, Carpentry course
Bricklaying Course
You will complete 10 days of bricklaying training in a practical training area, you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout and you will be laying bricks on day 1 of your course. The aim of this course is for you to be able to price and complete a number of bricklaying jobs to a high standard so that you can charge customers and be satisfied of a job well done.
You are taught by an experienced bricklayer who has 37+ years experience 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 37+ years.
During this course you will complete the following elements:
- Use hand tools used within bricklaying so that you are confident in using them which will improve the quality of your work and the time it takes to complete jobs.
- Materials – understand the different materials used within bricklaying.
- Demonstrate planning, organising and setting out a work area.
- Build 4″ and 9″ brick walls, 900 corners and attached piers.
- Build block walls.
- Build cavity walls including ties and damp proof course.
- Understand different bonds.
- Demonstrate producing neat and tidy cuts to bricks.
- Demonstrate pointing and finishing.
- Build a two brick pier and attach an English bond wall.
- Put capping on a two brick pier.
- Set up a dummy window frame – plumb, level, range and gauge.
- Complete correct seating and placing of lintel over opening.
- Produce decorative brickwork – soldiers, dental tooth and oversailing course.
- Produce basketweave decorative panel – brickwork plumb, level, range and gauge.
- Demonstrate the setting out of a building – transferring levels, strip foundations, construction of a solid floor to DPC.
- Understand the construction of a solid floor to DPC.
- Discuss popular building projects and go throught the stages step by step.
- 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.
Great course, very worthwhile, I have learnt a lot, thank you. What I like about the college is: Approachable staff, lifelike scenarios, intensive training and realistic working environment. Mr Bevington, Bricklaying course
Introduction to Domestic Electrical Installers Course
You will complete 10 days of domestic electrical installation training at our training centre and you will be supplied with all tools and materials throughout. The aim of this course is for you to be able to understand how to price and complete a number of domestic electrical installation jobs. Please note to complete work other than non-notfiable work you will need to complete further training and qualifications. This course is an introduction to domestic electrical installations.
During the course you will work on a training board and you will run cabling in for ring and radial circuits, you will add a spur and install lighting circuits. Throughout the course we will discuss how electrical work is priced and the difference in quality between the difference brands .
You are taught by an experienced electrician who has over 17 years experience and who is still on the tools.
During this course you will complete the following elements:
Please note the electrical course is an introduction to domestic installations and completion of it will not allow you to complete notifiable works. I need to make you aware of this as some people think after completing a two-week course they can go out and rewire a house and sign it off. After this course you will need to complete further qualifications such as 18th Edition Regulations, Part P, Inspection and Testing. If you have any questions please contact the centre.
- Using Tools and test equipment used for domestic installations so that you are confident in using them which will improve the quality of your work and the reduce the time it takes.
- Using materials and components used for domestic installations so you know how to select the correct materials for different tasks.
- Safe Isolation procedures so you know how to safely work on electrical installations.
- Electrical calculations needed so you are able to select the correct components, cable etc.
- Applicable building regulations
- Zoning and selection of equipment
- Installation of ring final circuits (sockets)
- Installation of radial power circuits (cooker points etc)
- Installation of basic 1 way lighting circuits
- Installation of 2 way lighting circuits
- Installation of 2 way lighting and intermediate circuits
- Earthing and bonding requirements
- Basic testing of installations.
- Understanding the different methods used to price jobs.
- 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.
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.
Our carpentry and kitchen fitting courses are taught by an experienced carpenter/kitchen fitter who has over 42 years experience in the trades.
Our bricklaying course is taught by an experienced bricklaying with over 37 years experience in the trade.
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 in duration. The course can either be attended as a 6 week block or as 3 separate 2 week courses.
The courses run on a Monday to Thursday from 9am until approx 4pm and on a Friday from 9am until 1pm. Our centre is open until 5pm Monday to Thursday and until 4pm on a Friday.
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 £3135 INC VAT £2,550 INC VAT (ELC, armed forces discount) and this includes all tools and materials whilst you are at the centre. You only need to bring yourself we will provide everything else – there is even free tea and coffee.
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: CSC04
Course Title: Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance Skills
Duration: 30 Days
Cost: £2550
Level Achieved: Level 3
Qualification Achieved: Open College Network Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance 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 £3135 INC VAT £2,550 INC VAT (ELC, armed forces discount) and this includes all tools and materials whilst you are at the centre. You only need to bring yourself we will provide everything else – there is even free tea and coffee.
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: CSC04
Course Title: Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance Skills
Duration: 30 Days
Cost: £2550
Level Achieved: Level 3
Qualification Achieved: Open College Network Level 3 Certificate in Building, Installation and Property Maintenance 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.
Below is feedback from people who have attended our plastering related courses. All feedback forms from everyone who completes our courses are available at the centre.
I feel I have learnt a lifelong skill which can be used to renovate my home and most importantly gain employment (self or otherwise). The college has a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere to work in. This helps to give the pupils a better environment to train for new skills – Mark Whitham, Plastering course
Nice relaxed atmosphere and the tutors are brilliant at what they do – Jason Griffiths, Plastering course
The actual practising skimming on the first day was a positive intro. Nice friendly environment, good size bays to plaster in and very professional looking website with good course info. There is a similar course closer to home but this looked better – Barry Lever, Plastering course
Excellent facilities with endless amounts of materials to use. Everyone works as a team across all courses – Nicholas Warrington, Plastering course
Well organised course, excellent tutor. This is a great place to learn construction skills – Andrew Berry, Plastering course
It’s not too big and group sizes are appropriate because you get more 1:1 tie with tutor. Brill course learnt a lot – Jake Lee, Plastering course
Very good environment for teaching, layout, practical bays to work in. Tutors have vast expert knowledge and use this wisely when teaching. Great course looking forward to the next two over the coming months – Jason Kent Plastering course
For me the whole course was interesting and useful and there wasn’t a day when I wasn’t still learning… The staff are friendly and helpful. John Brotherston, Plastering course
The best thing about this course was the realistic bays. Each task was completed on walls and in a setting that you would encounter in a realistic environment… Very helpful and knowledgable instructors and staff. Donal Bowen, Plastering course
The most interesting/useful part of the course was being able to skim walls to a good standard. Jason Whitehead, Plastering course
I liked the friendliness of the teachers and the positive encouragement I received. Andrew Howarth, Plastering course
The most interesting/useful part of the course was learning different techniques associated with the trade and valuable skills that I will use in the real world. What i really liked was the small classes, support throughout the course from tutors, excellent standard of materials and tools. Lovely group of people to work around, great training facilities. Jake Taylor, Plastering course,
The while course has been beneficial. Paul (tutor) has been absolutely brilliant. His patient and amiable nature, together with his 40 years experience makes him an exceptional tutor. He is perfectionist who is perfectionist who is enthusiastic in his subject. Chris Doody, Plastering course
Enjoyed every aspect, loads of practical. Mr Hill, Plastering course
Good communication – both tutors I came across were great to ‘work’ with, encouraging, helpful and critical (in a nice way) when necessary. i would recommend this course. Mr Orton, Plastering course
I have enjoyed my time here and would recommend to friends. Mr Finney, Plastering course
I liked the friendly and helpful environment and tutor taking time out to have 1:1 conversation. Mr McCarthy, Plastering course
Friendly staff, good environment to work in. With regards to the military side more awareness of the college as you were very hard to and the college is losing out on good quality customers. Mr Richardson Plastering Course Feedback
The high amount of practical work was very useful to me as it has allowed me to practice my technique. The teaching is to a very high standard. Mr Robinson, Plastering course
I extremely liked the professionalism from start (enquiring about courses) to the end (actually attending and completing the plastering course). All the staff are extremely friendly and very helpful. Excellent environment to learn, train and work in. The practical hands on experience is what I enjoyed the most as it allowed me to learn, understand and develop my plastering skill levels. I would like to thank the college for delivering an excellent course and in particular Howard for being an extremely dedicated, approachable instructor who is outstanding at teaching all the elements of the course. Thank you very much. Paul Allison, Plastering course feedback
Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful instructor. Top man! I enjoyed learning in a larger environment with proper obstacles and real room. Being taught by a time served plasterer. You can’t pay enough for experience! Thanks for an enjoyable 10 days feel like I’ve learned a lot. Mr Ford, Plastering course feedback
I found knowing the techniques to use and the experience of the trainer who was able to give explanations of what to do in different circumstances the most useful. Miss Lancastle, Plastering course feedback
Easy going. All staff very helpful and forthcoming with constructive advice. Practical plastering element. You can instantly see progress throughout the course Martin Davey, Plastering course feedback
Good learning environment with a whole range of skills. Learning the skill of plastering as a whole. Gained a massive amount of knowledge in a very short period of time. All my questions were answered in a positive way. Very happy with the skills I have been taught and in the way its been put across. Was impressed with the vast amount of skills and understanding we were taught in the time we had. Mr Bradley, Plastering course feedback
Very good course content delivered to very high standard thank you. Owain Cooper, Plastering course feedback
I think the instructor is fantastic and it has been great getting so much hands on with the equipment and practically learning the trade. Michael Fanning, Plastering course feedback
Friendly informative staff. Good resources. Good value for money. Mr Horton, Plastering Course feedback
Good working and learning environment. Excellent professional instructors. Well organised. Friendly environment. Julian Ponsford, Plastering course feedback
Tutors with excellent knowledge of the subject which isnt always the case at other centres. Paul Tyrer, Plastering course feedback
My entire experience has been excellent from the first few minutes. The tutor (Howard) was excellent and as well as his excellent communication skills, superb knowledge and his very upbeat attitude to teaching. I would recommend this training facility to anyone. Gaining the required skills needed to plaster to a good standard and with the confidence to use the proper tools and materials, whist working to the correct set procedures. The friendly, welcoming atmosphere made the whole experience a pleasure and improved the entire process. Mr Yates, Plastering Course feedback
Best course yet and very helpful. All of it was useful it must be the one of the best courses I have attended in 22 years. Thanks for a very enjoyable and worthwhile course. Colin Richardson, Plastering course feedback
A very enjoyable experience from start to finish. Brian Rogers, Plastering course feedback
Great environment, excellent tuition, flexible enough to accommodate different standards and learning styles. Excellent post course support offered. Lots of practical work which is was the only way to improve. The course required a lot of material and it was good to see it freely available. Great course and many thanks to Howard and Donna for her help. Roger Pearson, Plastering course feedback
Friendly atmosphere and loads of practical. Mark Parr, Plastering course feedback
I enjoyed learning a new trade and understanding the work involved. Gaining advice from experienced tutors. Miss Dargan, Plastering Course feedback
David, I finished the five day plastering course at the Willenhall centre on the 10th of February. Although I did complete the post course paperwork I feel that the instructor involved with the tuition deserves a pat on the back. I am currently employed as an instructor at RAF Cosford teaching mainly theory type subjects, I realise that when a student is given a course critique it is very easy to concentrate on the negatives and forget any good things. However, I must complement Rob Jones on a very well delivered week of instruction. The pace of the days were such that there was plenty of time to put into practice the skills and techniques demonstrated by Rob, everyone involved in the week were at varying levels of competency, yet he was able to constantly jump around the group and advise or correct each individuals mistakes. The demonstrations were well delivered without being too complicated and he always had an approachable manner, I have been instructing for six years now and was very impressed with the enthusiasm Rob showed towards the subject and the delivery of it. I would appreciate it if you could relay my comments to all concerned and especially to Rob. Thanks G Owen, Sgt instructor
It is clear that feedback plays an important role in monitoring and evaluating services and I reviewed a large number of feedback questionnaires and analyses which confirmed that you collect feedback and all showed high levels of satisfaction. Extract from Matrix Assessment Report
The course was well planned out and very interesting. I gained the skills and confidence to plaster. Mr Coomer, Plastering Course
I feel that I have learned a valuable new skill which will help me in my own home. I will recommend this course because it has really increased my confidence and I have enjoyed myself. Ms Beckett-Davies, Plastering Course
I am fully confident in my skills since starting from scratch – the course was well instructed and 100% hands on. It was a great course and would definitely recommend it to others and would do another course in another area e.g. bricklaying. Mr Fairs, Plastering Course
Thought the tutor was very approachable and knowledgeable about the subject taught. Very helpful in overcoming problems and building confidence. Found the course very enjoyable and will miss it now I’ve finished. Sheila Nunn, Plastering Course
Before the course I had no positive thought that I would be able to plaster to a ‘reasonable’ standard. I feel that I can now achieve my goal of plastering my property confidently. Mr Cartwright, Plastering course
Good coverage of all aspects of basic plastering. I could not believe that after 5 days I can skim a wall, skim a ceiling and make good holes, to a high standard. Mr Williamson, Plastering Course
My whole house requires plastering after completing this course, I feel very confident to plaster my house to a good standard. Very experienced tutor who puts things across so they are easy to understand. Whenever you have a question or need him to check anything he was always available. Excellent course, didn’t think I would be able to plaster but now I feel very confident. Mr Toft, Plastering course
Having 2 kitchen studios it was very valuable in fully understanding the plastering jobs we undertake on a weekly basis. I did not think at the start of the week I could get plaster on the walls, never mind plaster a room. Thank you to the tutor for a very enjoyable and informative week. Mr Jones, Plastering Course
I learned a lot in one week – it’s amazing what you can achieve having the right help. All tools were provided with plenty of them so no need to share. You also had your own tools to take away with you. The info which the tutor told was clear and helpful. I think the course was very good in every way. The layout of the place was excellent, tutors are polite and always on hand to help. I would attend another course knowing what you achieve. Mr Beardmore, Plastering Course
I found this course to be just what I needed to obtain these skills very helpful for my needs. The tutor never stopped teaching and advising all week – very good. I couldn’t fault this course. It is very good in my estimation. Thank you. Mr Colclough, Plastering Course
I’m a person with low confidence and after attending grew in confidence and feel much better in myself. I will definitely recommend this course to others. Mr Bromfield, Plastering Course
First rate course, I have learnt to plaster. Everyday was a full day of excellent content. Would definitely recommend the course, it was excellent. Well worth the money Mr G Whittaker, Plastering Course
An excellent course that was very valuable. Very good in depth training and good teachers. I would definitely recommend it. Mr Hallam, Plastering Course
The course has given me the confidence to tackle plastering jobs both at home and for family and friends. Learned so much in a short period of time. Pace of the course was excellent. Excellent course with a brilliant tutor throughout. Would recommend to others. Mr Lee, Plastering Course
Cannot fault the tutor – outstanding knowledge. The course exceeded my expectations – I thought it was a gimmick on the net and in the paper but turned out to be well worth it. Mr Jootton, Plastering Course
Learned an unbelievable amount in 2 weeks. 2 weeks was perfect – got all the basics. Week 2 put it all together. Mr Woolloff, Plastering Course
An invaluable course to DIY or anyone wanting go into their own business. Great course, excellent instructor. Mr Hopkin, Plastering Course
The course was well structured and aimed at the right level for the complete novice. The time was just right and I gained a vast amount of hands on knowledge in just 5 days. I will definitely recommend this course – well planned. Mr Hutchinson, Plastering Course
Having watched someone else doing plastering the wrong way, the course taught me how to actually properly do the job. The tutor had full knowledge and some tricks of the trade. Mr Parkinson, Plastering Course
The course considerably increased my understanding of the subject – I’ve been doing it wrong for 30 years! I am pleased with my progression. The theory and practice come together very well. Mr James, Plastering Course
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
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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.
Great environment, excellent tuition, flexible enough to accommodate different standards and learning styles. Excellent post course support offered. Lots of practical work which is was the only way to improve. The course required a lot of material and it was good to see it freely available. Great course and many thanks. Roger Pearson, 10 day plastering course
Plastering Course Feedback: The best thing about this course was the realistic bays. Each task was completed on walls and in a setting that you would encounter in a realistic environment… Very helpful and knowledgable instructors and staff. Donal Bowen, 10 day plastering course
I completed the course along with my Dad and our intention was to use the skills gained to undertake our own projects as opposed to taking up plastering as a career.
So far we have completed a ground floor renovation of his house and the entire renovation of a two storey flat in Leek; this alongside an on-going renovation of a three bedroomed house in Cheddleton and a second flat in Leek. In addition to this, I have recently acquired a stone barn which, subject to planning, I am hoping to convert into a residential property – without the skills gained from the course and then honed afterwards, it would be a daunting task but the fantastic help, advice and tuition given by both H and Paul, we know what to expect and how best to go about the job.
The work undertaken so far has more than covered the costs associated with the course for both of us but has more importantly allowed us to complete jobs to a timescale that suits us and suits the jobs, working efficiently around other trades and has also given us more control over the job management. In addition, it has given me the ability to repair damage caused in rental properties without any delays.
Whilst I originally had no intention of taking on work for third parties, I do now look after most of the work at a local hotel including plastering from bare-brick and damage rectification work which fits in well around my other commitments and full time job.
I would have no hesitation in recommending the plastering courses at Construction Skills College especially given the facilities, quality of tuition and real world, long term knowledge and experience of the tutors.
Best Regards, Rich. Rich Johnson, 10 day plastering course
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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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