COURSE CODE: 9009
Introduction to Construction - Group A
COURSE DESIGNED FOR
Adult Courses
CERTIFICATE / LEVEL
Level 1
START DATE
02-Nov-2026
DURATION
14 Weeks
COURSE FEE
Free
LOCATION
Shipley College
STUDY TYPE
Part Time
DELIVERY TYPE
Class contact
CLASS TIME
9am - 4:15pm
CLASS DAY
Tuesday
100% fee reduction may apply to you if in receipt of benefits and actively seeking employment or in work, earnings less than £26,800 annually
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE
Kickstart your career in construction with a course that perfectly balances classroom knowledge and hands-on training. This programme is the ideal first step back into education, featuring a bespoke timetable designed around your success. You will dive straight into practical projects, meaning you learn by doing from day one.
This course is built to take you from a complete beginner to site-ready, focusing on three core areas:
Core Fundamentals: Master everything from basic woodworking to essential joinery techniques.
Tool Proficiency: Gain the confidence and skills to safely use a wide range of hand and power tools.
Industry Standards: Understand the "why" behind the trade, with a heavy focus on workshop safety and on-site practices.
No Experience Needed: We start with the absolute basics—no prior construction background required.
Hands-On Learning: Spend less time at a desk and more time in our fully-equipped workshops, building real projects
This course is built to take you from a complete beginner to site-ready, focusing on three core areas:
Core Fundamentals: Master everything from basic woodworking to essential joinery techniques.
Tool Proficiency: Gain the confidence and skills to safely use a wide range of hand and power tools.
Industry Standards: Understand the "why" behind the trade, with a heavy focus on workshop safety and on-site practices.
No Experience Needed: We start with the absolute basics—no prior construction background required.
Hands-On Learning: Spend less time at a desk and more time in our fully-equipped workshops, building real projects