Plastering is an art. Ask anyone who has tried to do it for themselves and failed. It takes skill and lots and lots of practice to create a smooth, even finish that will protect and enhance walls. This CSkills Level 1 Diploma in Plastering at City College Plymouth will teach you about basic plastering techniques, the various materials used and allow you to practice your skills in a simulated working environment.
Plastering
Course Code:
DIP1
- Level: 1
- Qualification: Diploma
- Awarding body: CSkills Awards
- Duration: One year
- Course type: FREE (Eligibility Applies), Full-time
- Time of day: Daytime
What's it all about?
Course information
There are no specific entry requirements, however you must show a willingness to engage and a genuine interest in the course that will enable you to progress into employment or further education.
On successful completion you may progress to:
- the Level 2 Diploma in Plastering at the College
- an Apprenticeship in the sector
- You could also look for entry level employment as a trainee plasterer or site labourer.
Future careers
What you could earn:
Plumbers and Heating and Ventilating Engineers
£48,241.48
Potential salary
£20,023.17
Entry level salary
£33,893.96
Average salary
22
Annual openings in Plymouth
What you could earn:
Carpenters and Joiners
£44,802.60
Potential salary
£21,815.86
Entry level salary
£31,584.00
Average salary
33
Annual openings in Plymouth
What you could earn:
Scaffolders, Stagers and Riggers
£52,681.48
Potential salary
£17,683.02
Entry level salary
£32,451.17
Average salary
4
Annual openings in Plymouth
What you could earn:
Bricklayers
£36,740.68
Potential salary
£17,937.16
Entry level salary
£23,986.11
Average salary
5
Annual openings in Plymouth
What you could earn:
Painters and Decorators
£41,703.03
Potential salary
£15,941.61
Entry level salary
£29,427.42
Average salary
19
Annual openings in Plymouth
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