Level 1 Diploma in Employment in the Construction Industry (Tiling)

Course Code

Level 1 Wall & Floor Tiling

Course Type

Course Duration

1 year: September - July

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

1 September, 2025
Student Tiling

Start your career in construction with confidence.

Who is this course for?
This course is designed for school leavers who are looking to start a career in the construction industry, with a particular focus on wall and floor tiling. It’s ideal for those wanting to gain hands-on experience and a solid foundation in core construction skills.

What will you learn?
The course will develop the practical skills, employment knowledge, and workplace behaviours you need to succeed as a tiler or in other related construction trades. You’ll take part in practical training in our fully equipped workshops, alongside classroom-based sessions to support your understanding of construction principles.

You should have GCSE Grade 2 or above in both Maths and English.

Course highlights:

  • Learn essential tiling techniques using industry-standard tools and materials

  • Develop your understanding of health and safety and on-site working practices

  • Build your communication, teamwork, and personal work skills to prepare for employment

  • Get an introduction to dry-lining and plastering to broaden your construction knowledge

  • Explore the basics of self-employment and working independently in the industry

Modules include:

  • Introduction to Construction Work

  • Carry Out Tiling Operations

  • Principles of Health and Safety

  • Personal Work Skills

  • Introduction to Self Employment

  • Handling and Storing Materials

  • Carry Out Dry-Lining Operations

  • Carry Out Plastering Operations

Why choose this course?
This qualification is your first step towards a rewarding career in construction. You’ll benefit from the support of industry-experienced tutors and gain the real-world skills that employers are looking for. Whether you want to continue to Level 2 or enter the workplace, this course prepares you for success.

Outstanding Facilities for Construction Students

Our construction students learn in fully equipped, bespoke workshops designed to replicate real-world working environments. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience using professional tools and materials in safe, industry-standard settings.

You’ll be taught by fully qualified staff with extensive on-site experience, ensuring you learn from professionals who understand the demands of the job and the latest techniques used in the construction industry.

Whether you’re working with timber, tools, or technical drawings, our facilities and expert tutors provide the perfect environment to build your skills and confidence for a future in construction.

Industry Connections

We work closely with leading construction employers to ensure our courses reflect real industry needs, including:

  • Speller Metcalfe

  • Persimmon Homes

  • Interclass

  • Morro

  • Galliford Try

These partnerships help ensure you’re learning the skills employers value most, opening the door to future opportunities in the building and construction sector.

Practical and written assessments.

After successfully completing this course, students can progress onto Level 2 Diploma in Employment in the Construction Industry or Level 2 Apprentice Standard (if employed).

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