Construction & Built Environment - Extended Certificate
About this course
Looking to pursue a career in the construction industry? You've come to the right place! Our Construction and the Built Environment is an ideal course for those students keen to pursue a career as an Architect, Building Surveyor, Construction Manager, Civil Engineer, Quantity Surveyor or follow any other professional career pathway in the sector. The construction industry covers a wide range of employment opportunities, and this programme will allow you to gain the fundamental knowledge required for entry into the sector. You will also obtain a recognised qualification, which will act as a springboard into higher education.
What you will study
There are 4 modules of study on this course:
- Unit 1 - Construction Principles
- Unit 2 - Construction Design
- Unit 4 - Construction Technology
- Unit 5 - Health and Safety
The programme will be taught using a combination of one-line and face to face lectures, guest speakers and tutorials. The programme will be assessed using a combination of assignments, practical assessment and examinations.
On completion of the Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment, learners can progress onto one of our HNC L4 Construction and built environment pathways.
Learners would benefit from access and a use of a laptop.
Additionally, learners are required to have their own safety boots before starting the course. The boots can be bought from any retailer.
Course fees
Awarding Organisation Fee: £190.32
Part Time Administration Fee: £45.00
Entry requirements
4 GCSE's Grades A* - C. to include maths and English language Students are required to purchase their own safety boots.
Important points
- The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
- Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
- Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
- Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
- All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
- Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
- Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
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After I left school I got a job in retail but I soon realised it wasn’t for me. I’ve always been a practical person and I enjoy working with my hands so the Carpentry and Joinery course felt like a good fit. I know that learning this trade will stand me in good stead for the future in terms of employment opportunities. As I didn’t come straight from school my pathway onto this course was a little different, but I’ve always felt included and supported throughout my course. The tutors are amazing and the facilities are great here! Next year I’ll be looking to secure an apprenticeship locally and progress onto Level 3.
Career prospects & further study
£30,000
On completion of the Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment, suitable learners can progress onto one of our HNC L4 pathways in one of the following;
- Construction management
- Quantity surveying
- Civil engineering