Construction Foundations: Plastering

Course Code: P293059

Key Information

  • Course type:

    Vocational

  • Campus:

    North Harbour Campus

  • Start Date:

    07 Sept 2026

  • Duration:

    1 year

  • Attendance:

    Full-time

  • Fees:

    Free

Plastering student working in the plastering workshop at North Harbour Campus

If you're interested in a career in plastering but need an entry route into the construction industry, the Construction Foundations: Plastering course at City of Portsmouth College provides an excellent introduction.

This course is designed to help you develop the fundamental skills, knowledge and understanding required by the industry. Through a combination of practical and theoretical learning, you will gain valuable insight into key construction principles and workplace expectations.

You will gain basic plastering skills and techniques, learn about using the right tools and materials for the job, and gain an understanding of health and safety and safe working practices.

On completion, you will achieve a Level 1 Award / Certificate in Construction Skills (Plastering) and be well-prepared to progress onto the next level qualification or further training, enabling you to build confidently towards a career within the industry.

A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 1 or above, including maths and English.

*E3 may be considered but is dependant on subject specialism

This programme of study also includes essential elements such as Maths, English, tutorials, enrichment activities, and work experience. You will be expected to attend all timetabled sessions, which typically take place over three days per week, from 09:00 to 16:30.

*College expectation is a minimum of 95% attendance to all timetabled sessions.

This course is taught using both practical and theoretical methods. All work will be assessed unit by unit in line with awarding body requirements.

 

You could broaden your construction skills and knowledge by completing next level qualifications in Plastering.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

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