Applied Construction Skills (Banagher)

The Applied Construction Skills programme is a full time 26 week course taking place in Banagher College of Further Education (the Old Secondary School). This course is certified at QQI Level 4. This course replaces the Landscaping & Horticulture course which previously ran at this location.

Course eligibility is primarily aimed at persons between the ages of 18-35 years, who may be without formal educational qualifications or have achieved less than 5Ds in the Leaving Cert. There is a training/ travel allowance to participants where applicable. Suitable candidates will be selected through an interview process. What we are looking for are persons that are motivated and have a positive attitude towards working in the construction sector.
 

Aims

• To provide skills in Construction to include: Concreting, Kerb, Flag and Paving Laying, Woodcraft, Workplace Safety, Work Experience, Team Working, IT, Functional Maths.
• To provide valuable experience in construction related employment.
• Through a series of practical projects on site and a work placement with an employer, learners will develop the necessary skills to assist them in gaining employment in this industry.

Award

QQI Level 4 Employability Skills Award
 

Additional Training/Certification

• Safe Pass
• Manual Handling
• Abrasive Wheels
• GOALS Programme
• C.V. Preparation

For further information contact the programme coordinator on 087 683 5561