Course overview
Get Set! to start your journey into the world of construction with Nacro Education Middlesbrough.
If you’re thinking about a career in construction, looking for something a bit different from mainstream college, and still want a nationally recognised certificate, our Get Set! for Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1 is a great place to start.
This course is ideal starting point for anyone looking to work in the construction industry.
Through work experience, practical learning in small, personalised classes and one-to-one support, you will come away with the experience, skills, and knowledge you need to kickstart your career in the construction industry.
Giving you the transferable skills and knowledge, you need to start your career, progress onto further levels of study, or pursue an apprenticeship.
At the end of the course, you’ll have the hands-on experience and confidence you need to take your next step.
What will I learn?
At Nacro Education Middlesbrough, we let you learn in your way, at your pace. On Get Set! for Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1 you will gain an understanding of the different types of trades within the construction industry. You will be given a chance to get hands-on experience of these trades and find out what you enjoy. The course is a combination of practical work in the Nacro construction workshop with classroom-based lessons to develop your understanding further.
You will be awarded the qualification following successful completion of the units through a portfolio of evidence.
Modules
During your Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1 course, you will cover a range of modules designed to introduce you to the skills and knowledge you'll need for a career in construction. This is alongside developing your employability skills.
These include:
• Understanding different trades: brickwork, electrical, joinery, painting, and decorating.
• Health and safety.
• Employability lessons such as CV writing, completing application forms and interview skills.
By completing these modules, you will be able to gain an industry recognised certification.
As part of your Get Set! Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1 course, you will also complete your GCSE and/or Functional Skills English and/or maths, depending on whether you have achieved a grade 4 or above.
Assessment
At Nacro Education Middlesbrough, we use a variety of assessment methods to ensure you achieve the Construction Level 1 qualification.
You will be assessed on the practical tasks and feedback will be given in a one-to-one meeting with your teacher. Your teacher will go through all this when you sign up for the course.
Work experience
Our Get Set! courses give you the opportunity to gain real-world experience working in local businesses alongside the learning you’ll do at Nacro Education.
For Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1, you will have the opportunity to work with a local builder, joiner, or decorator. You will be given help to find a suitable placement and supported while working there, meaning you’ll leave with something impressive to add to your CV, as well as gaining practical experience and skills.
Enrichment opportunities
Enrichment activities allow you to gain valuable extra-curricular experiences that enable you to stand out on your CV. As part of all our Get Set! courses, you will be involved in a variety of enrichment opportunities which are on offer through the year, including:
• Email writing and communication skills.
• CV writing and interview practice.
• Job research.
For the Construction (Multi-skills) Level 1 course, students will be given an opportunity to explore the wider world and bond with your classmates through external activities such as workplace visits, football activities and go karting.
Career and progression
After successfully passing this course, you will have the core knowledge to progress to a higher-level qualification and to move forward towards your chosen career.
The main aim of this qualification is to help prepare students to progress into further learning and training in the construction sector. Once you have completed your qualification, you can choose which area you would like to specialise in, for example painting and decorating, bricklaying, or plumbing.
