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Construction

Our courses in bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing and electrical installation are designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to thrive in one of the UK’s most in-demand industries.

As an official member of the Mayor’s Construction Academy, Waltham Forest College is recognised for producing highly skilled, job-ready tradespeople.

With a growing demand for housing and a drive towards greener, more sustainable building methods, there’s never been a better time to join the industry. Our courses don’t just cover traditional skills, they also introduce modern construction practices, including the latest green technologies and sustainable techniques.

Whether you want to start your own business or work on major infrastructure projects, you’ll be equipped to make an impact from day one.

Construction Courses

Adult Full and Part Time

  • Construction Skills Electrical Level 1 - January start
  • Construction Skills General Construction Level 1 - Adults - Evening
  • Construction Skills General Construction Level 1 - February start
  • Construction Skills General Construction Level 1 - January start
  • Construction Skills General Construction Level 1 - March start
  • Construction Skills Plumbing Level 1 - January start
  • CSCS Card - Labourer's Course - February start
  • CSCS Card - Labourer's Course - June start
  • CSCS Card - Labourer's Course - March start
  • CSCS Card - Labourer's Course - May start
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Point Installers
  • Electrical Installations Level 1 - Adults
  • Electrical Installations Level 2 - Adults
  • Electrical Installations Level 3 - Adults
  • Plumbing Level 1 - Adults
  • Plumbing Level 2 - Adults
  • Plumbing Level 3 - Adults
  • Solar Photovoltaic (PV) - February start

BTEC

  • Bricklaying Level 1
  • Bricklaying Level 2
  • Carpentry Level 1
  • Carpentry Level 2
  • Construction Skills General Construction Level 1
  • Electrical Installations Level 1
  • Electrical Installations Level 2
  • Electrical Installations Level 3
  • Painting and Decorating Level 1
  • Plumbing Level 1
  • Plumbing Level 2
  • Plumbing Level 3

Commercial Skills

  • 18th Edition
  • 18th Edition - April 2026
  • Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (2391-52) Level 3
  • Inspection and Testing - April start
  • Plumbing/Heating Air Source Heat Pump Systems - April start
  • Plumbing/Heating Air Source Heat Pump Systems - July start

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