Woodwork & Construction
This course will cover a wide variety of construction techniques including woodwork, lathe work, joinery, using hand tools, plasma cutting, welding and metalwork.
Who is the course aimed at?
Aimed at those who wish to develop a deeper understanding of woodwork and construction this course will cover a wide variety of skills and techniques that are used in woodwork or the construction of other items using a range of materials. This course provides opportunity for learners to make a range of items, some of which will contribute to local venues such as Sudbury Hall or charitable community events. Learners will develop the knowledge and skills to not only make products but also consider opportunities to sell their own goods via a range of channels. Wider Skills such as maths, English and digital will also be developed using a range of strategies such as shared reading. There will also be an opportunity to take part in industry visits to learn about how other partners make and sell items.
Entry requirements
Staffordshire residents aged 19+ who would like to support their wellbeing, are experiencing or recovering from mental ill health or people who are unemployed and would like to re-engage with learning.
Course Content
You will learn a wide variety of construction techniques including woodwork, lathe work, joinery, using hand tools, plasma cutting and welding.
Learning Methods
Practical tasks, discussion, shared reading and individual learning plans that track personal development and progress.
Learner Support
From the start we will work with you to identify what support you may need. This may be reading, writing or practical skills. We also offer IT support if you need a little assistance in getting more out of your computer, phone or tablet. The staff and volunteers are all there to support you.
Course Assessments
Learners will have an initial assessment via a phone call or face to face meeting as an introduction to the course and to establish needs. Informal assessment, discussion and individual learner records (ILRs).
Course Materials
All course materials are provided free of charge.
What can learners do next/progress onto?
Learners can progress onto further learning, volunteering or employment.
Locations and Dates and times
East Staffordshire
18/09/2025 to 11/12/2025, Thursdays, 10.15 am - 3.15 pm
Chapel on the Hill
Somersal Herbert
DE6 5HS
Are there any fees?
There are no fees for this course
Who delivers this course?
Growing Rural Enterprise Ltd
How to enrol on this course and find out more?
Enrolment is by referral only. Please contact Community Learning for more details.