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Developed with employers and industry experts, we’re delighted to be amongst the colleges and universities nationwide delivering this new qualification.


Explore HTQs

By completing an HTQ, you will achieve a Level 4 or 5 qualification in your subject area, setting you apart from other jobseekers in your chosen career and helping employers to bridge the current skills gaps.

HTQs are an alternative to apprenticeships or degrees. They may suit you if you want a more practical, employer-led study programme.

The exciting new course we are offering is in Construction Management: either a one-year (HNC) or two-year (HNC+HND) qualification that has been designated as an HTQ by national authorities, because of its value to the sector.

It involves just one day a week College study, with additional independent learning and online activities.

Higher National Certificate
Construction Management

This course could be for you if you are: 

  • Currently on a Level 3 Construction & Built Environment course (or have relevant experience)
  • A former student who has achieved Level 3 Construction & Built Environment
  • A qualified electrician or plumber
  • An employer seeking to up-skill your employees
  • Seeking to improve your construction skills.
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Learning overview
Construction technology
Construction design project
Financial management
Business practices in construction
Tendering and procurement


Duration
1 year - starting Sept 2025

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Higher National Diploma
Construction Management for England

This course could be for you if:

  • You have completed the HNC for Construction Management qualification
  • You have aspirations to advance through management positions in your line of work
  • You're looking to further your construction managerial skills.
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Learning overview
Advanced construction drawing and detailing
Sustainable construction methods
Advanced construction development and prototyping
Complex building projects


Duration
1 year* - starting Sept 2025
* You can start this course after completing our HNC in Construction Management

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Employers - are your employees ready to aim higher?

You may not have heard of them yet, but Higher Technical Qualifications can help your employees gain even more skills for specialist jobs and help you to bridge the skills gap.

Developed with employers and industry experts, we’re delighted to be amongst the colleges and universities nationwide delivering this new qualification.

The exciting new course we are offering is in Construction Management: either a one-year (HNC) or two-year (HNC+HND) qualification that has been designated as an HTQ by national authorities, because of its value to the sector.

Qualification
Your employees will gain a level 4 or 5 qualification, significantly boosting their skills, increasing job satisfaction and therefore improving retention rates.

When & where
Each course involves just 1 day a week course study at Highbury Campus easily fitting around existing work commitments.

Cost
£6,000

Apprenticeship vacancies

Are you an employer looking to upskill your workforce?

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