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Plaster Skimming

Course Code: CPS2
  • Level: 2
  • Qualification: Certificate
  • Awarding body: National Open College Network (NOCN)
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • Course type: Part-time
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: Wednesday & Thursday, 9.00am - 4.30pm
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What's it all about?

This course is designed for those looking to enhance their plastering skills and advance their careers in the construction industry. It provides a comprehensive understanding of plaster skimming techniques, health and safety practices, and the essentials of self-employment in construction.

Course information

The qualification includes the following three mandatory units … 

1. Skills for Plaster Skimming
  • Preparation for plastering tasks
  • Techniques for mixing and applying plaster
  • Practical skills in achieving a professional finish
2.  Introduction to Self-employment in Construction
  • Basics of starting and managing a self-employed plastering business
  • Understanding business responsibilities and client relations
3. Introducing Health and Safety in Construction
  • Health and safety regulations in the construction industry
  • Identification of risks and hazards
  • Importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

To be successful on this course, you will need:

  • GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above 
  • a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent industry experience.

Assessment for this qualification includes a combination of practical tasks and
knowledge-based evaluations:

  • Practical Assessments: demonstrate the ability to prepare, apply, and finish plaster to industry standards.
  • Coursework/Projects: involves written assignments and projects related to health
    and safety, as well as self-employment in construction. 

Upon successful completion, you may:

  • progress into employment – enter the workforce as a qualified plaster skimmer
  • undertake a Level 2 Plastering Apprenticeship.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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Future careers

What you could earn:

Carpenters and Joiners

£60,369.38

Potential salary

£27,833.19

Entry level salary

£36,481.00

Average salary

23

Annual openings in Plymouth

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