Level 1 Diploma in Construction
| Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Campus | London Road Campus |
| Start date | 1 September 2025 |
| Course code | FLR1CON (2526) |
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Who is it for?
This course is designed to provide a technical foundation on which to build a career in the construction industry.
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Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths and English at grade 3 or above. You should have an interest in multiple trades.
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What does the course involve?
The course content is largely practical to help you choose the right trade for you. Our expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of this course in our purpose-built classrooms, allowing you to develop transferable skills that are highly sought after worldwide. This is an ideal opportunity to try various construction trades and gain a basic knowledge of the Construction Industry before deciding on progression to a higher level course.
You will study several optional units including:
Introduction to the Construction Industry
Health and Safety
Brick and Blockwork
Carpentry and Joinery
Painting and Decorating
Various other aspects of construction operations
Students may wish to follow a particular trade pathway on the Level 1 Diploma.
You must also achieve the required level of Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills), depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.
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How is the course assessed?
There are two mandatory unit end tests supported with six practical assessments completed throughout the year.
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Additional Notes
On successful completion of this course, you will have the option to progress to a specific Construction trade course. Another progression route is an apprenticeship in Construction. Both these progression routes are available through Shrewsbury Colleges Group.
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Further Information
Brickwork students have the opportunity to enter local, national and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition.
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What do I do next?
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 653111 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk
Charlie Meredith
Level 1 Brickwork
Previous school: Thomas Adams School
I'm in my second year of brickwork and I've been learning a lot about attention to detail. I've got a part-time job on building sites on Mondays and Fridays where I work on extensions, new builds, renovations - anything you can think of really. At college, we learn the techniques and at work, I get to put them into practice.
Jordan Phillips
Level 1 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
Painting & Decorating is a good trade to train in and offers great business opportunities afterwards. The tutors are good and I have learnt so much here – I have especially enjoyed learning how to wallpaper.
Esther Dickson
Level 2 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Telford College
My favourite thing that I’ve studied is decorative skills, which involve doing different techniques like stencilling and marbling. It’s quite intricate work and it was a challenge to learn, but I’m really proud of what I’ve done. You’ve just got to try new techniques out and know that you’re going to learn how to do it successfully when you’ve got a tutor as friendly and helpful as my tutors. My dream is to have my own interior design studio, specialising in working with small spaces and proving that you don’t need a lot of room to have a great home.
Andrew Holloway
HNC in Construction & the Built Environment
Previous Institution: Shrewsbury Academy
I wanted a complete change in career and had always considered becoming an architect. When I came to an SCG Open Evening, tutors suggested the route of Higher Education in Construction. It is a great hands-on course and I especially enjoyed learning about CAD, as this is a skill I need to become an architect.
Paul Henderson
HNC in Construction & the Built Environment
Previous Institution: Meole Brace School
I have recently been appointed as Contracts Manager with Bow Construction and wanted to further my knowledge. There are good facilities here and it feels very comfortable in the new HE Centre. I’m really enjoying the design element and learning about new innovations that are being used in construction. After I’ve completed the HNC I would like to go on to Wolverhampton University.
Esther Dickson
Level 2 Painting & Decorating
Previous school: Telford College
My favourite thing that I’ve studied is decorative skills, which involve doing different techniques like stencilling and marbling. It’s quite intricate work and it was a challenge to learn, but I’m really proud of what I’ve done. You’ve just got to try new techniques out and know that you’re going to learn how to do it successfully when you’ve got a tutor as friendly and helpful as my tutors. My dream is to have my own interior design studio, specialising in working with small spaces and proving that you don’t need a lot of room to have a great home.
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