Multi-Construction

St Edmunds Society

Fullman House, 114-118 Oak Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 3BP

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 1

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

St Edmunds Society

8 Month(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Free for 16-19 year olds

Course Summary

The planning, design, construction and maintenance of the built environment requires highly skilled and creative individuals. St Eds Training Centre provides the knowledge, skills and opportunity for you to become that person.

The Multi-Skilled Construction Course is at beginner level, teaching you how the construction industry works, introducing you to the skills and knowledge required to achieve a successful and well paid career in this dynamic sector. This provides a starting point for anyone wishing to work as a traditional tradesperson/craftsperson, or anyone seeking employment within the planning, management or development of the built environment.

This course covers training in carpentry, bricklaying, painting and decorating, plumbing, tiling and plastering. You will learn about the construction process from start to finish. And by working closely with our partner employers and sponsors, you get the opportunity to apply newly-learned skills to real projects.

The trade-specific Bricklaying course provides the student with knowledge of building construction, block laying, cavity wall activities and Health and Safety.

We are also now able to provide a 6 week Health and Safety course, which is suitable for a young person wanting to start a career on a building site and be handed a CSCS card.

Course Details

This is a multi-skilled diploma that provides a foundation basis of knowledge within the following areas:

Carpentry and Bench Joinery
Bricklaying
Painting & Decorating
Tiling
Plastering
Plumbing

You are taught through practical activities, group discussion and some classroom learning.

Assessments are completed through practical activities and a small amount of coursework.

You will be supported to achieve your maths and English qualifications whilst on the programme (if you have not achieved A-C or 9-4 grade GCSE).

You will be placed within relevant work experience with local contractors whilst on the programme.

Additional information:

Students who have A-C/4-9 grade GCSE’s will NOT be required to complete Maths and English qualifications.

Students who do not have GCSE’s A-C, or 4 and above will be required to complete Maths and English qualifications.

Work Experience – a 2 week/8-day work placement will be arranged whilst on programme to build employability skills.

Enrichment – Careers Advice, sexual and mental health talks, Matthew Project drug and alcohol talks, Apprenticeship support, Employability days.

Bursary is available to support students with a household income of under £30,000. This can include food allowance and travel support (bus/train).

Welfare Support Team – Wellbeing support, housing advice, financial advice, drug and alcohol support, behavioural and engagement support. (As appropriate)

Structure of day – An average day is 9.15am– 3.30pm. Flexibility of their programme can be discussed alongside individual needs.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for GCSE's as students will be supported to achieve Maths and English qualifications whilst on the programme (if you have not achieved A-C or 9-4 grade GCSE).

Having some previous knowledge of construction, including work experience, can be useful.

Your next steps...

You can progress on to further Level 1 qualifications, a Level 2 qualification, traineeship, or an apprenticeship within the industry.

For more courses like this, check our courses page.