Course at a glance
Subject Area:
Attendance:
Qualification:
NVQ Level 3 in Plastering
Course Start:
Course Length:
Location:
Cost:
*All prices are based on the 24/25 academic year. Subsequent years are subject to an annual increase.
For further enquiries regarding finance, please contact the finance team directly on 0113 222 6094 or finance@lcb.ac.uk
For general course enquiries, please contact the Admin Team by calling 0113 222 6014 or emailing craft@lcb.ac.uk.
Course overview
This is a work‐based learning qualification that enables the learner to work as a specialist plasterer in the construction industry.
As a specialist plasterer, they will apply plaster, render and other finishing to complex surfaces, as well as produce and install complex plasterwork. They will also learn how to work safely in a supervisory capacity as part of a team.
For further information on the course, please contact Mark Howroyd:
Email: mhowroyd@lcb.ac.uk
Contact Number: 0113 222 6972
For enquiries or course bookings, please contact the Business Engagement Team:
Email: businessengagement@lcb.ac.uk
Contact Number: 0113 222 6031
Entry requirements
The learner must be working in the Plastering industry and have prior knowledge and skills to have gained a Level 2 NVQ or Standard in Plastering. Learners will be required to collect evidence in the workplace and upload onto a digital platform. Learners must work for a Plastering company who produce work that meets the criteria for the course including:
- Apply external render to complex surfaces including, scraped, textured, dash, ashlar joint, and simulated stone.
- Apply solid plaster to complex surfaces including, internal and external corners other than 90 degrees, round or arched windows, round or square columns, attached piers, beams, inclined ceilings and walls, inclined walls, and ceilings.
Without access to named specialist work, criteria cannot be achieved. The course is best suited for those who want to achieve a Level 3 qualification to facilitate their progression in the construction industry. The course is mainly evidence based which is gained on site, alongside assessor observations. Training on systems will be given, but access to, and ability to use IT is essential.
The course is fully funded for eligible individuals who are aged 19-23 years, UK residents who have lived in the country for the past 3 years, or those who have the right to work and study in the UK. Learners over 24 years of age, can also be funded via the Adult Education Budget.
What skills and qualities do apprentices need?
Course content
There are 2 pathways in this qualification, ‘Solid’ and ‘Fibrous’.
There are some mandatory units included in both pathways,
and these cover the following topics:
Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace,
- Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace. - Confirming the occupational method of work in the
workplace. - Confirming work activities and resources for an
occupational work area. - Developing and maintaining good occupational
working relationships
There are then some specialist units for each pathway.
The ‘Solid’ pathway includes units on the following topics,
along with a variety of optional units:
- Applying solid plaster to complex internal surfaces.
- Producing complex render finishes.
The’ fibrous’ pathway includes units on the following topics:
- Running in‐situ mouldings.
- Producing fibrous plaster components.
- Producing complex plasterwork moulds.
- Installing complex fibrous plaster components.
- Repairing complex decorative fibrous plaster
components.
Its assessed by direct evidence produced through normal
performance in the workplace.
This must be supported by the required evidence of knowledge and understanding, gained by questioning the learner, or through recognised industry education and training programme assessment, along with a portfolio of evidence for each unit.
Learning methods
How to apply
Next steps after this course
The construction industry is facing a national skills shortage, creating strong demand for qualified professionals across all trades.
This course is a great way to upskill in your current role, boost your career prospects, or take the first step into a new area of construction.