Basic Construction Skills - Level 1 - Gravesend

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Portfolio, Unit task assessment

During the 1 year course, learners will have the opportunity to develop their essential life skills such as communication, numeracy and IT skills whilst also attending additional sessions to help improve their employability. With a successful completion of the Level 1 Diploma in Basic Construction Skills learners will have the opportunity to apply for a foundation course in any one of the four core trades. The four core trades are: Carpentry, Painting and Decorating, Ceramic Tiling and Brickwork. Course attendance will be two days a week with a possible choice of Mon-Tue or Thur-Fri to help cater for learners who are actively seeking part time work experience. Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

Portfolio, Unit task assessment

Grade 2 in Mathematics and English. Each learner will be interviewed before being accepted onto the course.

After successful completion of this course and following an interview, learners may progress onto a foundation course in their chosen craft.