Get ready for a career in construction!
Are you aged 19+ and ready to build your future? Our 3-week Construction Work-Based Academy Programme (SWAP) is FREE and is designed specifically to help individuals currently out of work kickstart a new career in construction and civil engineering.
This hands-on course equips you with essential skills, certifications and connections to employers, so you’ll be ready to step straight onto a construction site with confidence and skill.
Course highlights
- Level 1 Brick Award – Gain practical, foundational bricklaying skills with an Extended Certificate in Construction Skills, giving you the essential expertise in one of construction’s core trades
- CSCS Green Card Certification – The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Green Card proves your readiness to work on-site safely, meeting industry standards and giving employers confidence in your abilities
- Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment – Learn the fundamentals of safety practices in construction, ensuring you’re prepared to work securely and effectively on any job site
What you can expect
Throughout the three-week academy, you’ll gain hands-on experience, structured guidance, and personalised support from industry-experienced trainers. You’ll complete practical assignments and be supported in mastering core concepts that are essential to working on-site. You’ll also have the opportunity to grow your network by meeting local employers and agencies actively looking for trained and certified professionals like you.
Your future in construction and civil engineering is just a few weeks away. Join us, get certified, and start building a career that lasts!
