Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible.
Want to become more confident tackling jobs around the home? This practical beginner's course is a great introduction to a range of essential DIY and maintenance skills.
You'll get hands-on experience across a variety of construction trades, learning practical techniques that you can use to carry out everyday repairs and improvements around your home. From working with wood and fixing walls to tiling and decorating, you'll develop useful skills while building your confidence in using tools and materials safely. No previous experience is needed, making this course ideal if you're looking to learn practical skills from scratch, take on more DIY projects at home or simply try something new.
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Can I study for free?
Can I study for free?
You may be able to study for free if this course will help improve your employment prospects. You could be eligible if you are:
- Employed and earning below:
- £37,144.00 (if you live in the Liverpool City Region; Wirral, Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens or Halton)
- £26,800 (if you live outside the Liverpool City Region)
- Employed and receiving certain state benefits
- Unemployed (with or without benefits)
- Asylum seekers can access free courses up to Level 2 if the course supports long-term employment.
Terms and Conditions apply.
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Entry Guidelines
You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course.
You do not need formal qualifications for this course but will be considered on your individual skills and experience. You must be able to follow instructions, be willing to work independently, produce answers in a clear and understandable form and organise information clearly.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
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Where can I progress to?
This course is designed as an introduction to practical construction and DIY skills. It can give you the confidence to continue developing your skills through further construction courses or explore opportunities within the construction industry. If you enjoy the practical side of the course, you could consider progressing onto a more advanced construction course, an apprenticeship or further training in a specific trade.
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Timetable
This course takes place on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
If you're not eligible to study for free, the cost of this course is:
£576.00
