Heritage Skills CSkills Awards NVQ Level 3 Diploma
This Level 3 Construction course will enable you to convert your existing skills and experience into a recognised construction qualification through on-site assessment and training. The course takes into account the skills you already have, so you only need to train towards the things you dont know how to do. The whole qualification can be assessed on-site, so no work time is lost by attending College.
Entry requirements
To take part in this course you must at least have an NVQ Level 2 in your main trade area. You must also be working in a suitable heritage construction role in order to gain enough performance evidence.
Course content
There are five specific construction trade routes currently on offer: carpentry, bench joinery, brickwork, painting and decorating, and plastering.
During the course you will complete the following mandatory units:
- Conforming to General Safety in the Workplace
- Confirming Work Activities and Resources for Occupational Work Areas
- Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships
- Confirming the Occupational Method of Work
- Working on Conservation and Restoration Projects.
You will then pursue one of the following specific heritage routes: brickwork, bench joinery, carpentry, painting and decorating, plastering (solid & fibrous).
Assessment methods
You will be assessed on-site, and through providing a portfolio of evidence.
Further study and career options
On successful completion of this course you could undertake a higher level course in heritage or restoration studies.
Funding information
If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. Alternatively, you can pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable. Find out more about your payment options and how your loan could be written off at www.bedford.ac.uk/loans