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Plastering Level 2

at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Plasterers mix and then paste plaster onto the interior surfaces of buildings to prepare them for decoration. The main role of a plasterer is to paste layers of plaster onto walls, floors and ceilings. Plastering serves a protective function, in that it makes buildings more robust, and an aesthetic function. It is a skilled job and there is a high demand for good plasterers. Plasterers work on a number of different buildings, including new housing developments, offices and houses (redecorations or extensions). They repair or restore existing plasterwork and plaster newly erected walls. There are approximately 40,000 plasterers working in the UK, and demand is growing due to government housing development schemes. Plasterers sometimes work on their own when working on peoples' homes. On larger-scale projects, however, they may work in teams, each covering different sections of a wall. You will study the following mandatory units: -Health, safety and welfare in construction -Principles of building construction, information and communication -Apply plastering materials to interiors -Fix dry lining and plasterboards to interiors -You will complete 60 hours of work placement which will give you valuable work place experience. -A full tutorial programme to improve your employability skills and support you through your course. You can view the course specifications at: http://www.cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/construction/construction/6708-plastering#tab=infor

What you need to get on

Completion of Level 1 Diploma in Plastering

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Barnsley

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