Construction
Case Study
“I’ve always been interested in learning a trade – something challenging and scientific. I enjoy being in education as I like to learn. The course is very good, it’s not easy but if you put in the work you will get through. You get out of it, what you put in. The tutors are good, they don’t spoon feed you; you have to want to learn. Before I joined I was concerned about the practical work in case I was not strong enough and being the only girl in the class, but neither have been a problem. I’m looking forward to level 3 as it contains a lot more theory which I enjoy.”
Roxanne Small
Plumbing Level 2
The Construction Curriculum Centre is one of the largest providers of construction education and training in the East of England. It offers a wide and diverse range of academic and vocational courses, which cater for the needs of the local population, the local and regional construction industry, allied professions and local authorities.
The Curriculum Centre provides a ladder of opportunity for all, irrespective of previous experience or qualifications. Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship programmes are also available.
The range of courses offered in the Centre covers two academic areas: craft and technician training. Outcomes extend from basic craft awards through to technical and professional qualifications.
Construction offers qualifications in the specialist trade areas of Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery, Furniture Production, Painting and Decorating and Plumbing. There is also a strong 14-16 partnership with local high schools whereby the Construction Curriculum Centre provides City & Guilds qualifications in Brickwork and Carpentry and BTEC First Diplomas.
Progression is provided through the provision of Foundation Degree programmes in Construction, Civil Engineering, Building Control and Building Surveying offered by UCS at Suffolk New College. The Centre also provides specialist courses tailored to individual employer requirements.
The teaching programme is delivered by well-qualified and experienced staff with the necessary industrial knowledge to enhance and enlighten your learning experience.
The Centre has a number of dedicated workshops each equipped with machines and facilities to support the specific trades offered. Some workshop areas are supported by resource rooms that provide open access and which contain reference material and computing facilities.