Apprenticeship

Scaffolding Apprenticeship Course

This course teaches how to erect and dismantle scaffolding for construction projects, while gaining professional experience.

Scaffolding Apprenticeship Course

nest_clock_farsight_analog 12 weeks of training over 18 months, plus on-the-job experience
pin_drop Bircham (Norfolk) or Erith (Kent)
nest_clock_farsight_analog Continuous start dates available
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Course content

This course includes:

  • Independent scaffolds

  • Birdcage scaffolds

  • Tower scaffolds

  • Cantilever scaffolds

  • Gantry scaffolds

  • Roof scaffolds

  • General workplace safety

  • Efficient work practices

  • Manual handling practices

  • Use of fall protection equipment.

You’ll also study personal skills. These include:

  • Maths

  • English

  • Drug and alcohol awareness

  • Fairness, inclusion and respect

  • Personal organisation

  • Study skills.

Download the Curriculum Road Map for this course (PDF, 606KB)

Knowledge, skills and behaviours

  • Interpreting drawings

  • Estimating resourcing

  • Basic building methods

  • Building elements.

Teaching and assessment

12 weeks of training over 18 months, plus on-the-job experience. One week of enrichment.

Assessment:

  • One week pre-gateway assessment

  • Two-day end point assessment

  • Continuous assessment throughout the program and EPA criteria.

What you get

  • Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Scaffolding

  • The Construction Industry Scaffolders’ Record Scheme (CISRS) Scaffolders’ Registration Card

  • Level 1 Functional Skills, working towards L2 (must take test)

Entry requirements

Academic requirements:

While the need to study maths and English qualifications isn’t required for learners aged 19 and over, we believe these skills are important for success. That’s why we include industry-relevant maths and English lessons as part of our courses.

To make sure learners have the right skills to help them successfully achieve their apprenticeship programme, we ask for the below:

Level 2 Apprenticeship:

Maths and English GCSE grades 3-9 (the same as old grades D-A), or equivalent

If you don't have these grades, contact our team. We can help you explore your options.

General requirements:

  1. Moderate level of physical fitness. Contact us if you’re not sure you meet requirements.

  2. Able to problem solve.

  3. Able to work in teams.

  4. Comfortable with heights.

  5. Comfortable working outdoors in all weathers.

  6. Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID.

By booking a course, you agree to follow our Terms and Conditions.

Grants and funding

Apprenticeship grants are available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.

Skills England (DfE) applicants are only guaranteed full funding if this is their first training scheme and they are aged between 16 and 18.

Why choose NCC?

NCC offer industry leading training with expert instructors, personal development, enhanced welfare support and grants/funding solutions for all your apprenticeship needs.

For more information, email ncc.accountmanager@citb.co.uk or call 0344 994 4433