The Foundation in Construction and the Built Environment qualification provides a broad introduction to construction and the built environment. It has been developed for individuals working in or intending to work, in the construction industry.
Learners will need to have achieved a minimum of 4 GCSE’s at grade D or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English. Alternatively, learners will have completed the Level 1 Multi-Skills Construction Diploma with high tutor recommendation and have achieved Level 1 Essential Skills Wales (ESW) qualifications in Application of Number and Communications. You will also be required to complete an interview with one of our construction trade tutors
This qualification will enable learners to go on to study a range of other Level 2 or 3 construction courses relevant to their trade interest area. As part of your studies you will be required to study two construction pathways from the following: ❱ Brickwork & Blockwork. ❱ Carpentry & Wood Occupations. ❱ Electrotechnical Systems. ❱ Painting & Decorating. ❱ Plastering & Interior Systems.
Practical workshop assessments and portfolio of evidence
You could progress to further learning in Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery, Painting and Decorating or Plastering via our L2 Progression route. Alternatively, you could progress into apprenticeship training or employment in the construction industry.
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