T Level in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning is a two-year, technical study programme, designed with employers to give young people the skills required in industry. The study programme will provide a mixture of technical knowledge and skills specific to their chosen industry or occupation and an industry placement of at least 45 days in their chosen industry or occupation.
Studying the Construction T Level, learners will be able to develop core skills such as communication, team working, reflective practice, research methods and presentation skills
Content Knowledge
English, mathematics and digital content are embedded and contextualised within the construction qualification content.
Industry Placement – learners will be required to undertake an industry placement for a minimum of 45 days (315 hrs)
We provide state of the art facilities, close links with employers to ensure you develop the knowledge and skills needed in industry, excellent teaching from specialist staff and a small cohort so you will have a high level of support during your time with us.
Five GCSEs at grades 4 or above including GCSE English, Maths and a Science
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing contact@nnc.ac.uk or by calling 01909 504500.
Students who achieve this qualification could progress to the following, depending on the chosen Occupational Specialism:
• Skilled Employment
• Higher Education
• Degree Apprenticeship
16 – 18 year olds
Full-time students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
You will require PPE clothing including work trousers and safety shoes or boots.
“I really enjoy the hands-on learning that the Joinery course offers. This course, and the great teachers help me develop the skills that I will need for a career as a Joiner.”
Josh Betts Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2021-22 or 2022-23. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
“I really enjoy the hands-on learning that the Joinery course offers. This course, and the great teachers help me develop the skills that I will need for a career as a Joiner.”
Josh Betts Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
The construction sector is ideal for those who like working outside, enjoy working practically and use their initiative to get things done.
Construction Site Supervisors manage staff and subcontractors on building sites.
Supervise workers and subcontractors, help project managers to plan work, manage
orders and deliveries of construction materials, organise staff work schedules, check work is carried out safely, complete records for site reports and attend site management meetings.**
On a construction site.
*Information from EMSI 2022 **Information from nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Bricklayers build houses, repair walls and chimneys and refurbish decorative stonework. They also work on restoration projects.
Measure work areas and set out the first row of bricks, mix mortar by hand or with a mechanical mixer, use a trowel to lay bricks and mortar, shape and trim bricks using hammers, chisels and power tools and check that rows are straight using a spirit level.**
On a construction site.
*Information from EMSI 2022 **Information from nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the construction sector include*:
“I really enjoy the hands-on learning that the Joinery course offers. This course, and the great teachers help me develop the skills that I will need for a career as a Joiner.”
Josh Betts Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
“I chose to go to North Notts College, because I want to get a job as a Joiner and the skills and techniques we learn on the course are really useful and will come in handy in the future.”
Leighton Wilson Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
“I really enjoy coming into College, because I get to socialise with people who have common interests.”
Callum Cuthill Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()