Construction
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Construction at Calderdale College
Watch the video to see why you should study at Calderdale College and find out where one of our Construction courses could take you.
Further Education
Which level is best for you?
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Do you…
Prefer working in a hands-on, physical role, rather than behind a desk?
Are you…
Practical by nature? Have good attention to detail? Can plan a project from start to finish?
Are you…
Ready to work as part of a team and are adept at problem-solving?
Your learning…
Will span a number of different specialisms to enable you to take advantage of a vast industry full of career opportunities.
Why study Construction?
Our Trade Academy guarantees a work placement with a local employer – so you can learn on the job.
We have state-of-the-art facilities such as our Painting & Decorating Workshop and our new £1m Brickwork Centre to offer you hands-on experience.
You’ll get a nationally recognised qualification. Most careers in construction are accessible with just a Level 2 qualification.
We have strong links with local and national employers to provide you with work experience, apprenticeships and job opportunities.
You’ll learn from enthusiastic tutors who know their trades inside out, and who will share their inside tips for getting a job in the industry.
What careers could
our courses lead to?
*Figures are based on typical salaries in that job role from payscale.com/research/UK/Job
Up to £35K
Up to £48K
Worker
Up to £37K
Up to £41K
Up to £31K
What will
I study?
Whether you choose to study Carpentry & Joinery, Painting & Decorating, Brickwork, or one of our other many Construction courses, you will study a range of units within your chosen course. There’s something for everyone!
Example Modules
Some example modules include
- Maintain and Use Carpentry and Joinery Power Tools
- Producing Specialist Decorative Finishes
- Carrying Out Cavity Walling Activities
- Manufacture Bench Joinery Products
Course Pages
Each individual course page contains information on the modules of study, but if you have any questions we are on hand to help.
Contact our Advice and Guidance team on 01422 399267 or email adviceguidance@calderdale.ac.uk for more info.
Train up and rise fast in a sector expected to grow by 182,000 jobs in the next couple of years.
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FAQS
FAQs
Got a burning question or would just like to get a better feel for life at College? Browse our FAQs page to find out more.
Case Study
Case Study: Corey Kitson
Carpentry and Joinery student Corey Kitson is one to watch in the construction industry as he excels throughout his first year at Calderdale College.
Boredom Buster
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Case Study
Case Study: Bradley Brunning
Calderdale College TradeHub student, Bradley Brunning excelled through his course by receiving the support, advice and experience he needed to decide which trade was for him.
Explore our
campus
Here at Calderdale College we’ve invested in fantastic facilities. Don’t just take our word for it, explore on the interactive map below.
Calderdale College Campus
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Percival Whitley Centre
- Business & Enterprise
- Apprenticeships
- University Centre
- Professional Studies
- Teacher Education
- Access to HE
- Curriculum Support
- Skills for Life
- Health & Social Care
- Early Years & Childhood Professions
- Dental Nursing
- Maths and English
- Employability & Life Skills
- D Cafe
- ESOL
- Job Centre Plus
- Business Support
- Executive Suite
- Meeting Rooms
- External Funding
- Full Works Salon
- Hair & Beauty
- Multi Faith Room
- 14-16 Suite
- Students Union
- Learning Centre
- Reception
- Cuisine 1893
- DigiHub
- Enrolment Suite
- Learner Services
- Trade Academy
Inspire Centre
- Sports & Fitness
- Animal Care
- Learning Centre
- Outdoor Pitches
Get your fresh Starbucks at our Inspire Café
Located in the Inspire Centre, our Inspire Café sells Starbucks beverages plus a range of sandwiches and snacks. It is open to students, staff and visitors to the Inspire Centre.
Where to find us
The Inspire Café can be found in the Inspire Centre, at our campus on Francis Street, Halifax.
Food and drink available
Within the café you can find a range of sandwiches, paninis, cold drinks and Starbucks beverages, plus a range of other snacks.
Loyalty card
We offer an Inspire Café loyalty card, for every Starbucks drink you purchase you will be given a stamp and once you have collected 8 stamps you will get a free drink on us!