NOCN
    Entry Level
    QN: 601/3707/1
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    NOCN Entry Level Award in Introduction to Construction Careers (Entry 3)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 120 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Entry Level
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Syllabus Units
    4 Units
    Guided Hours
    120 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Health and Safety and Welfare in Construction

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the causes of accidents in construction
    • Know about the hazards and safety signs in a construction environment
    • Know how to minimise the risk of hazards
    • Know about the different types of fire extinguishers and when to use them
    • Know about the legislation HASAWA and COSHH
    2

    Introduction to Environmental Sustainability in Construction

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know why it is important to support environmental sustainability in construction.
    • Know about the ‘three Rs’ of sustainability in construction.
    • Know about the correct disposal of waste in construction.
    3

    Introduction to the Construction Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about construction occupations.
    • Know about the importance of health and safety in construction.
    • Be able to participate in practical construction tasks.
    4

    Skills for Employability

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the need for Health and Safety procedures at work.
    • Be able to participate in a task in a work-simulated environment.
    • Be able to work as part of a team.
    • Know social skills needed for work.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    601/3707/1
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jul 2014