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WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?

We want to prepare you with the best construction and building skills so you can begin a career in this highly valued profession. The construction skills learnt throughout your time at Harlow College can be easily transferred throughout the region, country or the world and will enable you to work with many industry leading employers. Our purpose built workshops and construction areas are designed to simulate real world on-the-job experience. Whether you are interested in developing skills for a practical trade or learning the theoretical design principles that underpin it, we’ve got the course for you. Our Level 3 Construction & Civil Engineering course is the perfect choice for a prospective career in fields as diverse as architecture, project management and surveying. 

WHAT WILL I DO?

You will undertake extensive work experience projects and benefit from the strong partnerships the College has with local employers, including Wilmott Dixon, Harlow Council and United Living. Previous work experience has involved the development and refurbishment of a garden area in the town park and refurbishment of the town’s bandstand.

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

You could undertake one of the many Apprenticeships available in the construction industry. From the Construction & Civil Engineering Level 3 course, you could progress to degree courses such as Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Quantity and Building Surveying.

Brickwork Level 2

Bricklayers develop skills that can be used worldwide. In the UK, efficient and qualified bricklayers will typically earn between £100 - £150 per day. The Level 2 Diploma will enable you to develop and hone your skills in the craft of bricklaying and will enable you to experience all aspects of the craft. You will also gain a greater understanding of the construction environment.

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Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship

The broad purpose of the occupation is working with wood-based materials and associated products to create and install building components. This typically involves shaping and cutting materials, installing finished materials like partitions, doors, staircases, window frames, mouldings, timber floor coverings and erecting structural components such as floor joists and roofs. All work needs to be carried out safely, using the appropriate tools and to the quality specified.

A Site Carpenter will prepare and install basic building components e.g. doors, straight staircases, wall and floor units and erecting structural carpentry and roof structures on a building site or in domestic and commercial premises.

Construction Management - Higher National Certificate

If you are already working in the engineering industry and want to upskill, as either a Higher Apprenticeship or standalone HNC. 
Or if you want to progress to university top-up eventually to a full degree.

Find out more form the Pearson student guide:
https://www.pearson.com/en-gb/schools/campaigns/btec-higher-nationals.html

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Construction Management - Higher National Diploma

If you are already working in the engineering industry and want to upskill or if you want to progress to university top-up eventually to a full degree.

Find out more form the Pearson student guide:
https://www.pearson.com/en-gb/schools/campaigns/btec-higher-nationals.html

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Multi-trade – Carpentry and Brickwork Level 1

Prepare for a promising career in the construction industry with our comprehensive multi-skills course at Harlow College. This specialized program is designed to equip you with the essential skills in carpentry and brickwork, providing a strong foundation for your construction career. Our experienced instructors will guide you through hands-on training, ensuring you gain both knowledge and practical expertise. What sets our course apart is the seamless transition it offers to more advanced levels. Upon successful completion, you'll have the opportunity to progress to carpentry, brickwork, or multi-skills programs, setting you on the path to lucrative apprenticeships and a bright future in the construction field. 

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Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship

This occupation operates within the construction and built environment sector, maintaining properties across diverse industries such as housing, healthcare, education, and retail. The role of a property maintenance operative is to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs, ensuring properties remain in good working order. Using a variety of trade skills, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, and decorating, these operatives handle day-to-day tasks as well as planned and responsive repair work to optimise the quality and performance of different types of properties.

Site Carpentry Level 2

This level 2 programme will enable you to develop and hone your skills in site carpentry and will enable you to experience all aspects of the craft both on and off the job. Upon successful completion of your course you will hold all qualifications to the expected industrial standard. You will also gain the opportunity to progress onto an advanced apprenticeship in site carpentry.

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