Ascentis
Level 1
QN: 600/3387/3
Curriculum Active
Ascentis Level 1 Diploma In Skills for Employment in the Construction Industries
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Ascentis. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 960 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
Ascentis
Syllabus Units
18 Units
Guided Hours
960 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Carrying out Dry Lining Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a dry lining task
- Carry out a dry lining task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a dry lining task
2
Carrying out Electrical Installation Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out an electrical installation
- Carry out an electrical installation according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out an electrical installation
3
Carrying out Flooring Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a flooring task
- Carry out a flooring task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a flooring task
4
Carrying out Gas service Engineering Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a gas service engineering task
- Carry out a gas service engineering task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a gas service engineering task
5
Carrying out Ground Work Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a ground work task
- Carry out a ground work task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a ground work task
6
Carrying out Painting and Decorating Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a painting and decorating task
- Carry out a painting and decorating task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a painting and decorating task
7
Carrying out Plastering Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a plastering task
- Carry out a plastering task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a plastering task
8
Carrying out Plumbing Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a plumbing task
- Carry out a plumbing task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a plumbing task
9
Carrying out Sign Making Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a sign making task
- Carry out a sign making task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a sign making task
10
Carrying out Stone Masonry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a stone masonry task
- Carry out a stone masonry task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a stone masonry task
11
Carrying out Tiling Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a tiling task
- Carry out a tiling task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a tiling task
12
Carrying out Trowel Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a trowel task
- Carry out a trowel task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a trowel task
13
Carrying out Wood Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Observe good health and safety practice whilst carrying out a wood work task
- Carry out a wood work task according to a plan
- Work appropriately with materials and tools to carry out a wood work task
14
Handling and Storing Materials/Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to dispose of non-hazardous waste materials
- Demonstrate an understanding of common tools, equipment, materials and components
- Prepare for two multi-step tasks
15
Introduction to Construction Work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction industry and the organisations and job roles within it
- Examine the terms, conditions and benefits of different jobs within the construction sector
16
Introduction to Self Employment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify self-employment opportunities
- Produce a simple business plan
- Understand the legal and practical aspects of being self employed
17
Personal Work Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Display the correct attitude towards work and learning
- Understand the importance of maintaining the correct appearance at work
- Work effectively with others
18
Principles of Health and Safety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of health, safety and welfare in the workplace
- Know potential hazards and risks in the workplace
- Know common safety signs found in the workplace
- Demonstrate an awareness of safe practices and protective equipment
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/3387/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Ascentis
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Oct 2011