Level 1 Plastering

Bishop Burton College

York Road, Bishop Burton, HU17 8QG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 1

Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Bishop Burton College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

If you are looking to start your career as a plasterer, this qualification is for you. You will learn from experienced trainers and will be assessed against the standards required by the industry.

It offers you the opportunity to build transferable skills within our dedicated construction workshop, meaning you do not need to be employed to study this qualification.

Course Details

Prepare background surfaces and plaster materials
Apply plaster materials to internal backgrounds
Produce components from moulds
Form sand and cement screeds
Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
Knowledge of technical information, quantities and communication with others
Knowledge of construction technology
English and/or Maths (if not achieved at grade 4)

Entry requirements

You will need a full Entry Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, as well as 3 GCSEs at grades 1-2, including Maths and English. A passion for the subject and one satisfactory reference are also required.

Equipment required

Warm clothing and hard-wearing trousers for outdoor/workshop practicals. Hard hat. Steel toe capped boots. Hi-vis bib (optional)

Your next steps...

This qualification enables you to demonstrate and recognise your skills, knowledge and understanding so that you can progress to further training at Level 2. On successful completion of the Level 2 you will be able to progress into a job role in the workplace. Work as a qualified plasterer with a large company, independent local business or on a self-employed basis on a wide variety of different building developments.

Additional information

https://www.bishopburton.ac.uk/study/view-all-courses/Level-1-in-Plastering

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