SGS College – Construction Courses

Construction is a great career for people who enjoy practical work, problem-solving and seeing the results of what they do. It’s not just about building houses. The industry is constantly changing through new technology, sustainable building methods and major projects that shape our towns and cities.

Level 2 Courses

Adult Painting and Decorating

This one-year part-time course is for adults who are currently working in, or would like to work in, painting and decorating. You’ll gain skills, develop your craft and work towards career progression in the industry.

You’ll cover applying wallpaper, health and safety, a range of finishes, and other practical aspects of the trade.

Where: Filton Campus When: 24^th February 2027 to 24^th February 2028
Find out more: L2 Adult Painting and Decorating

Part-Time Site Carpentry

Looking to pursue a career in site carpentry within the construction sector? This one-year course is designed for people who want to work as carpenters and provides a pathway to employment or career progression in site carpentry.

Where: Stroud Campus When: 23^rd September 2026 to 24^th June 2027
Where: Filton Campus When: 23^rd September 2026 to 24^th June 2027
Find out more: L2 Part-Time Site Carpentry 

Plumbing Studies

This one-year part-time plumbing course is for people who are currently working in the industry or would like to start a career in plumbing. You’ll develop the skills, knowledge and practical experience needed for employment and career progression in the sector.

You’ll cover health and safety, scientific principles of plumbing, hot and cold water systems, electrical installation, and heating systems.

Where: Filton Campus When: 8^th September 2026 to 23^rd June 2027
Where: Stroud Campus When: 8^th September 2026 to 23^rd June 2027
Find out more: L2 Plumbing Studies

Level 2 Award in Retrofit

The Level 2 Award in Retrofit is for people who are new to the construction sector or who would like to increase their knowledge and understanding of retrofit and how it can be applied in practice.

You’ll learn about the different aspects of successful retrofit, including PAS 2035/2030, and gain an awareness of the roles and careers available within the retrofit sector.

Where: Berkeley Green When: 2^nd November 2026  to 14^th December 2026
Where: Berkeley Green When: 22^nd February 2027 to 5^th April 2027
Where: Stroud Campus When: 26 February 2026 – 23 April 2026
Find out more: L2 Award in Retrofit

 

• Cost: Funding options available
• Ages: 19+