Level 1 Qualifications
A Level 1 Construction NVQ is an introductory work-based qualification designed for individuals who are new to the construction industry or working in entry-level construction roles. It helps learners demonstrate basic practical skills, knowledge, and understanding of safe working practices on site. This qualification is suitable for labourers, new starters, apprentices, or anyone looking to begin a career in construction and gain formal recognition of their skills. It can also support progression onto higher-level construction NVQs as learners gain more experience in their chosen trade.
£75 + VAT
Multiple Choice Question Examination
Can be used along with the CITB knowledge test to apply for a CSCS card
Can aid progression onto higher qualifications
Topics include:
Knowledge of common hazards and risks in a construction environment
Safe manual handling practices
Working safely at height
Working safely around plant and machinery
The importance of effective teamwork and communication in ensuring safe working practices are followed in the construction industry
£200 + VAT
A nationally recognised qualification
Provides a broad and meaningful introduction to construction
The qualification supports learners in:
understanding different roles and organisations in the construction sector
developing awareness of sustainability and environmental responsibility
gaining confidence in preparing for employment, including interviews and curriculum vitae (CV) writing
building key practical skills, including digital awareness and manual handling (optional)
£400 + VAT
A nationally recognised qualification
Provides a broad and meaningful introduction to construction
Topics include:
Working in the construction industry
Health and safety
Working in a group
Working towards goals
Interview preparation and interviews in the construction industry
Skills in painting, decorating, plumbing, basic electrical work, plastering, building maintenance, bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, creating products and home improvement
£500 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the bricklaying pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
wall-building preparation
building brick walls
building block walls
building cavity walls
£500 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the carpentry pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
basic carpentry preparation
site carpentry
fitting architrave
fitting ironmongery
£600 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the multi-trade pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
decorating preparation
wall-building preparation
basic carpentry preparation
running moulds
£500 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the painting and decorating pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
decorating preparation
applying paint with brushes
applying paint with rollers
applying wallpapers
£500 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the plastering pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
plastering preparation
running moulds
plastering application and finishing surfaces
£600 + VAT
2 Payment Options - Pay in full today or Pay 50% today and 50% upon completion
A nationally recognised qualification
Optional units gives learner flexibility
Topics covered in the tiling pathway include:
introduction to professional behaviours and conduct within the construction industry
introduction to maintaining health and safety in a construction environment
tiling preparation
tiling floors
tiling walls
