Scaffolding apprenticeship course
Duration: 18 months
Structure: 12 weeks of training over 18 months, plus on-the-job experience. Also 1 week of enrichment, 1 week of pre gateway assessment and 2 day end point assessment.
Location: Bircham (Norfolk), Erith (Kent)
Dates: Continuous start dates available
Funding: See Grants and funding below
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in scaffolding, while gaining professional experience.
You'll learn to erect and dismantle scaffolding for construction projects.
Course content
The course will cover practical principles in:
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You’ll learn basic skills, knowledge and awareness in:
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You’ll also focus on personal skills in:
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Teaching and assessment
12 weeks of training over 18 months, plus on-the-job experience. Also 1 week of enrichment, 1 week of pre gateway assessment and 2 day end point assessment.
Formative assessment throughout the program and EPA criteria forms part of the assessment.
Qualifications you gain
Level 2 Scaffolding Standard
- Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Scaffolding
- The Construction Industry Scaffolders’ Record Scheme (CISRS) Scaffolders’ Registration Card
- Level 1 Functional Skills, working towards L2 (test must be taken)
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
- You may also gain value-added qualifications in first aid and health and safety, along with other industry-specific subjects.
Maths and English
The UK government has announced that adult learners over 19 no longer need formal English and maths qualifications for apprenticeships. However, apprentices must still show proficiency in these skills during their training.
At the National Construction College (NCC), we will continue to offer Level 1 and Level 2 English and Maths Functional Skills qualifications, along with Applied English and Maths for Construction sessions. These sessions focus on practical, industry-relevant skills to help apprentices succeed in their roles and pass their assessments.
We believe strong literacy and numeracy are crucial for personal and professional growth. By offering these qualifications and sessions, we ensure our apprentices gain essential skills for long-term success.
NCC Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
Level 2 Apprenticeship:
Applicants must have achieved Maths and English at:
- GCSE grades 3-9 (equivalent to old GCSE grades D-A)
or - Functional Skills Level 1 or above (if qualifications were taken after school).
If an applicant does not meet the NCC entry requirements, our dedicated team is here to provide advice and support on the next steps to help them achieve the necessary qualifications.
Other information
The course involves:
- Practical skills
- Physical fitness
- Problem solving
- A head for heights
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weathers
- Teamwork.
Cost
You will be paid while you learn.
Funding
The following CITB grants are available for employers to fund their apprentices on this course:
If you applied for your apprenticeship through the Education and Skills Funding Agency, only applicants aged between 16 and 18 who have not been placed on a training scheme before are guaranteed full funding
After this course
You can be assessed for higher NVQs at the National Construction College. We provide details to all trainees.
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