Level 3 Diploma
Plastering for 19+ Learners Only
This professional level course is ideal if you wish to continue developing your plastering skills to an advanced level.
You will learn the more intricate side of plastering, including internal and external curved walls as well as fitted columns and decorative finishes. You will also form arches and ornate casts for fixing on your assessments.
What will I study?
- Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
- Analysing technical information, quantities and communication with others
- Analysing the construction industry and built environment
- Apply plaster materials to produce complex internal surfaces
- Apply render to produce complex external surfaces
- Prepare and run in-situ moulds
How long will it take?
- 1 year part time (33 weeks Friday, 9.00am – 4.30pm, + 3 weekends spread over the year)
What qualifications do I need to start?
- None required
What qualifications will I gain?
- Level 3 Diploma in Plastering
- CSCS card (Construction skills certification card, this allows the holder to work on major Construction sites)
- ICT skills
Course options after this programme
- Start a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Plastering
- Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Senior Crafts – Plastering
- Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision
Career options
- Plastering operative
- Plastering trainer