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Curriculum<\/p>\n

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Construction & Joinery<\/b><\/p>\n

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What is Construction?<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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An introduction into some of the trades within the construction industry. You will learn carpentry skills, bricklaying skills, tiling, plastering and plumbing skills. Valuable skills that will give more options when applying for college courses, plus many of the skills can be used in and around your own homes.<\/p>\n

You will work towards a Certificate in Occupational Skills in the Workplace by completing four units carefully designed to give the right balance of knowledge and practical skills for each individual Unit. These units are designed to build confidence, practical application of skills, Industry & trade knowledge, and a varied amount of excellent employable skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What can you expect?<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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You can expect:<\/p>\n

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  • A real workshop experience.<\/li>\n
  • A chance to try five trade skills that give you valuable knowledge and experience.\u00a0<\/li>\n
  • Greater career choice pathways.<\/li>\n
  • Several fall-back options if you don\u2019t get your first choice at college.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Why choose Construction?<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Construction is a great choice if you:<\/p>\n

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    • Various progression routes for promotion.<\/li>\n
    • Greater choice of skills and the ability to gain more than one skill, all leading to a better chance of employment.\u00a0<\/li>\n
    • Many different work environments to choose from for example: New builds, repairs, extensions or even industrial giving greater work environment choices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      View Construction\u00a0<\/strong>Curriculum Journey<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      How can this benefit you after Year 11?<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      S<\/span>tudying Construction can support with…<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      Careers<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      Carpenter<\/p>\n

      Plastering<\/p>\n

      Plumber<\/p>\n

      Bricklayer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      Transferable Skills<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      Communication skills<\/p>\n

      Quantifying skills<\/p>\n

      Health & safety awareness<\/p>\n

      Coordination skills<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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