Short Course- Introduction To Plastering

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Learn the skills to transform your walls, tackle home improvement projects with confidence, and discover the basics of plastering

This practical five week evening course is designed for complete beginners who want to gain hands on plastering skills in a professional workshop environment. Ideal for those looking to renovate their own home, looking to save money on repairs, or exploring a future career in construction, this course provides the perfect introduction.

Working in a small group of just six learners, you’ll receive plenty of individual guidance from our experienced tutor as you develop the techniques used by professional plasterers. From preparing surfaces and fixing plasterboard to achieving a smooth skim finish, you’ll gain the confidence to take on a range of plastering projects at home.

What You’ll Learn:

Cut, fix and prepare plasterboard
Apply smooth skim coats of plaster
Build confidence in laying and finishing multiple coats
Repair and restore damaged plastered surfaces
Learn the fundamentals of block wall rendering
Develop the techniques needed to achieve a professional finish

Who This Course is For:

Homeowners planning renovation or DIY projects
Beginners wanting to learn a valuable practical skill
DIY enthusiasts looking to improve their finishing skills
Those considering a future in the construction industry who want a comprehensive but gentle introduction

Our plastering course has a capacity of 6 students, a smaller class size allows each student to get more 1:1 time with our experienced tutor and develop their skills further

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REQUIREMENTS

No previous experience is necessary for this course, we start from the beginning and all students are taught the basics before progressing onto the more advanced skills

Steel toe boots are necessary for this course and must be provided by students. These can be picked up online or at trade stores.

Appropriate clothing is advised, you will be inside during the course, but the temperature in our workshops can often be similar to the temperature outside! Don’t wear your nicest outfit, be prepared to get a bit mucky!

COURSE DURATION

5 sessions

5.30-8pm

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FEES

£300

HOW TO APPLY

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Please note that the College reserves the right to modify or cancel courses prior to their start date

DISCOUNTS

For currently enrolled BCC students (on a study programme or apprenticeship) a 25% discount will be applied on the fees for a short course taken in the same academic year that they are enrolled
For any currently enrolled short course student who wants to enrol on a full or part time study programme (19+) in the subsequent academic year we offer a 50% fee rebate on the cost of their short course.
For any BCC alumni of study programme or apprenticeship they can get a 20% discount on the short course fee.

Discounts can be redeemed when applying directly via the college, any short course ticket purchased on Eventbrite must use a discount code which can be requested at Admissions@thebcc.ac.uk