TEST BTEC National Technical Diploma in Plastering (450)

THIS IS NOT A REAL SIXTH FORM - IT IS USED FOR TRAINING PURPOSES - DO NOT APPLY!

For entry into the Sixth Form to study 3 A' Levels, students are required to achieve 5 grades at 9-5 (or where applicable A*-C) including English and mathematics at Grade 4 or above.

In exceptional cases, students that do not reach the entry criteria based on their attainment in English or mathematics will be admitted to the 6th form with the addition of GCSE retake classes in the appropriate subject to their timetable.

While we would encourage students to study 3 A' Levels, in exceptional cases and following conversation at interview we may support a student to study 4. All students will have the option to study for the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside their A' Levels.

Although a 6 or B grade is recommended in any subject that a student wishes to continue at A Level, all students applying to the Sixth Form will benefit from an interview in order to discuss entry criteria for specific subjects and to ensure that their subject choices match their goals and aspirations.

Students wishing to study maths require a grade 6 & further mathematics require a grade 7 in the subject at GCSE.

This Level 3 Technical Diploma is aimed at you if you are looking to work in the construction industry specifically as an advanced craft plasterer. It will provide you with a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge, which will equip you to seek employment or further training in plastering. This qualification is split into two pathways: Solid and Fibrous. You will have a choice of which specialist pathway you study. Both pathways cover health, safety and environmental issues faced on construction sites and how to communicate with others on the job, including supervisory skills such as planning, organising and pricing work. While there are no formal entry requirements, a Level 2 Diploma in Plastering or equivalent industry experience is recommended. Employer involvement is mandatory on this course and the College will help secure you a placement.

Units you may study include: Principles of organising, planning and pricing construction work. Restoring in-situ mouldings. Applying plastering materials to interiors. Applying plastering materials to exteriors. Producing reverse moulds from plaster models for architectural mouldings

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Ideally at least 5 GCSEs at grade 9-5 or A*-C including English and Maths or a Level 2 qualification, but this is subject to discussion at your interview. If you haven't already achieved a GCSE grade 5 or grade C in English or Maths, then you will study either GCSE or Functional Skills English or Maths alongside your other qualifications.