Prospectus - Helston Community College

LEVEL 1 & 2 / Exam Board: Edexcel
Construction BTEC
Level 2 diploma
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
The Diploma has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using
simulated conditions. The award is broken into separate routes eg: Building Technology;
Health and Safety; Bricklaying; Painting and Decorating; Plastering; Roofing; Carpentry;
Blocklaying. In addition to the course is: Health and Safety Safe Site Operative Card (CSCS)
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED?
No qualifications are required but
candidates are expected to be enthusiastic
about training for this skill shortage area.
A certain amount of fitness is necessary.
WHAT DOES THE COURSE INVOLVE?
Each Diploma route comprises:
> Core units
> Occupation specific units
> Work experience and Key Skills
The occupation specific units are based on
skills and are tested by observation.
HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?
To gain the award candidates have to be
successful in all units, but each unit is
accredited and on a separate basis.
Candidates will also pass an independent
health and safety test. Work based
evidence from work experience (witness
statements and work diaries).
WHAT CAN I DO AFTERWARDS?
An important feature of the Diploma is
that it provides a progression route towards
achieving a National Vocational Qualification
(NVQ) at Level 2 and Level 3 or employment
in this skill shortage area.
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Level 1 & 2 Courses
LEVEL 1 & 2 / Exam Board: BCS
European
Computer
driving Licence
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
The Diploma has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using
simulated conditions. The award is broken into separate routes eg: Building Technology;
Health and Safety; Bricklaying; Painting and Decorating; Plastering; Roofing; Carpentry;
Blocklaying. In addition to the course is: Health and Safety Safe Site Operative Card (CSCS)
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED?
A GCSE in English and Maths
WHAT DOES THE COURSE INVOLVE?
Students will work towards passing seven
online tests, with a mixture of self study
and taught lessons.
Typical units are:
> Word
> Powerpoint
> Excel
> Email and the internet
> Security
> Computer Fundamentals
> Improving Productivity
The work is of a very practical nature and is
usually computer based.
HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?
Each pupil will take an assessment test
for each unit. This will be followed by a 45
minute online exam for each module.
WHAT CAN I DO AFTERWARDS?
Many employers value the ECDL
qualification highly. Companies such as
ASDA, BP and the NHS routinely put their
employees through this qualification.
The skills learnt are valuable and transferrable
to many employment situations.
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