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Plastering Diploma Level 2

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  • Course Type
    Adult Courses
  • Course Code
    PB203
  • Campus
    Wirral Waters
  • Start Date
    7th Sep
  • Level
    Level 2
  • Duration
    1 year

Many adults can study this course for free. Check the 'Can I study for free?' section below to see if you're eligible.

If you are 19+ and are looking to train as a skilled plasterer for work in domestic and commercial settings, this course could be for you.

This qualification develops practical skills and underpinning knowledge needed to carry out plastering tasks to industry standards, supporting progression into employment, an apprenticeship, or further study within the construction and building trades.

Upon completing this course, learners will receive the City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Plastering.

  • Course Details

    This course covers the following units:

    • 201 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction
    • 202 Principles of Construction, Information and Communication
    • 221 Apply Plastering Materials to Interiors
    • 222 Fix Dry Lining and Plasterboards to Interiors
    • 224 Apply Plastering Materials to Exteriors
    • 225 Produce Reverse Moulds for Fibrous

    City & Guilds number 600/8051/6 (GLH 408)

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Where can I progress to?

    Upon completing this course, learners can progress towards employment or an apprenticeship.

  • Timetable

    This course takes place on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, from 5pm to 9pm.

  • Equipment Required

    You will be required to wear safety boots when studying this course.

  • Assessment Methods

    You will be assessed through both practical and online assessments.

    Your end of unit tests will be both online multiple-choice and paper-based.

If you're not eligible to study for free, the cost of this course is:

£3456.00

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