Plastering Level 2
- MOA
- Full Time
- Level
- Level 2
- Type
- 16-18, Adult FT
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Location
- Lancaster & Morecambe College
- Start date: 01/09/2025
This course is suitable for both school leavers and adults who wish to progress in plastering or construction industry as a whole. Learners will be based in our industry standard workshops where they will develop the necessary skills to become a plumber, including both practical and theory work. To study this course, you must show enthusiasm, commitment to study and have a proven interest in construction.
The course is continually assessed in a range of methods including assignments, coursework, portfolio presentation, exams/online tests and practical performance.
- Course Overview
You will study the following:
Health, safety and welfare in construction
Information, quantities and communication
Understanding construction technology
Apply render materials to external surfaces
Fix dry-lining and plasterboard products to interiors
Form sand and cement screeds
Coving
Apply plaster materials to internal surfaces
Self-employment
All LMC students will receive tutorial support and take a programme of Functional Skills including English & Maths.
LMC has guest speakers along with joint events for all students. There is also an excellent opportunity to take part in National Citizen Service (NCS) which gives learners opportunities for bonding and stepping outside of their comfort zones.
- Progression Routes
Upon course completion many of our students choose to progress onto a Level 3 course, while some students choose to progress straight into full time work or the Level 2 Plastering Apprenticeship.
There are a variety of exciting roles within the Plastering industry, such as:
Supervisor
Tiling
Dry Lining
Business Owner
Estimating & Site Management
You can discover all the opportunities available to you by exploring the full list of careers in this industry.
- Entry Requirements
To study this course you must:
Have an enthusiasm for the subject area
Show a commitment to study
Be able to work independently
4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or higher including English & Maths, OR a Level 1 related qualification PLUS grade D/3 or higher in English & Maths.
All students aged 16 -19 are required to study Functional Skills English & Maths qualifications or GCSE English & Maths if not already awarded a grade C/4 or higher in these subjects.
If you have a grade D/3 at GCSE you will study English &/or Maths GCSE. Students with a grade lower than D/3 will work towards GCSE through the study of English & Maths Functional Skills.
Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.
- How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.
For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk
Course code: A34974-A1A
