Our specialist brickwork, electrical installation and joinery courses are delivered in our dedicated facility. We have full time and part time courses taught by our experts from industry who will not only teach you the practical skills, but also the knowledge to progress onto professional level qualifications.
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Academic year: 18/19
This course is a technical qualification aimed at those who wish to follow a professional route into the construction industry. It has been designed to enable you to develop a substantial common core of knowledge, including an understanding of how activities of the sector impact on the natural environment and how the natural environment can be protected during a construction project. You will have maximum opportunity to study in more depth a full range of optional units of your choice such as Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering. You will develop a wide-ranging knowledge, understanding and skills required for direct progression into a broad range of roles within the industry you are hoping to be a part of.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 17th September 2018 to 28th June 2019
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Construction and The Built Environment is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the construction and the built environment sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are designed to develop practical skills alongside specialist knowledge and understanding of the subject area. These qualifications have been well respected and recognised by employers and higher education institutions. The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a Level 4 qualification which is equivalent to the first year of the Bachelor Degree. HNC qualification can be studied by those in employment for professional development to enhance their career prospects or level 3, A-level and Access to Higher Education students can use this as an alternative path to gain higher education locally at lower cost.
The Level 4 BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, as well as units within general ‘pathways’, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience through the selection of a further (Level 4) unit across a range of occupational sectors. This effectively builds underpinning core skills, with general specialisation; preparing the student for further specialisation at Level 5. Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace scenarios. The Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and The Built Environment offers students various ‘specialist pathways’ designed to support progression into relevant occupational areas or on to degree-level study. These pathways are linked to professional Body standards and vendor accredited certification (where appropriate) and can provide professional status and progression to direct employment.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: Multiple start dates available.
This qualification is primarily aimed at practising electricians with relevant experience and other allied professionals e.g. surveyors, consultants and other trades needing to update and enhance their understanding of IEE Wiring Regulations. It is also suitable for anyone wishing to demonstrate
an understanding of the IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
This course is aimed at providing you with the skills to enable you to build, repair and maintain the country’s housing stock.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: Multiple start dates available.
This course will introduce you to carpentry and joinery skills and will allow you to learn, develop and practice these skills required for employment and/or career progression in carpentry and joinery.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
This qualification will give you the basic skills and the underpinning knowledge involved in electrical installation.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
This course will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Bricklaying.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
This course will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Site Carpentry.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: Multiple start dates available.
This course will develop your skills and knowledge required for Electrical Installation.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
If you want to be an electrician then this is your next step to becoming a fully qualified electrician. During this course you will focus on meeting the standards of the latest IEE Wiring Regulations, including essential aspects of the safety, selection and erection of electrical equipment inspection and testing. Electro technical knowledge, electrical science and the practical application of theory in the workshop are also included in this course.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 3rd September 2018 to 28th June 2019
This course will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Site Carpentry.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: 4th September 2018 to 29th June 2019
This course will develop your skills and knowledge required for Electrical Installation.
It covers many areas such as principles of electrical science, electrical installations technology and health and safety within Building Services Engineering. Candidates will be assessed by on-demand multiple choice tests.
Academic year: 18/19
Duration: Multiple start dates available.
This technical qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and practical skills needed for working in the electrotechnical industry, which will prepare you to enter an electrotechnical apprenticeship programme. On completion of the Apprenticeship, the learner will be recognised by the industry as competent as an installation or maintenance electrician.
Apprenticeship vacancies
To find out more about apprenticeships through Macclesfield College, give our Learner Experience Team a call on 01625 410000.