The BTEC Higher National Certificate is a qualification fully recognised by the Construction Industry and the providers of Higher Education in the UK. It runs for two years and is attended on a day release basis by students who are currently, or aspiring to be employed in the construction industry. The course is intended to develop knowledge, skills and understanding including the selection and organisation of information and solving problems which face the industry in building, design, planning and economic terms. The construction industry is always on the look out for dedicated, enterprising individuals, the rewards are bountiful! Are you up to the challenge?
The Higher National Certificate consists of eight units:
Core Units: Design Principles & Applications, Science & Materials, Group Project, Health, Safety & Welfare,
Optional Units: Applied Mathematics, Construction and Maintenance, Computer Aided Design and Site Surveying Procedures.
Tutorials will also be timetabled and allocated
These units provide a wide knowledge base, in order to stand you in stead for further study in your chosen specialism. The course presents a varied profile of achievement that is considered as CPD for a range of professional qualifications in the work sector.
For entry requirements please contact Learner Services on 01925 494400.
Each unit is internally assessed and graded by lecturers. Unit grades awarded are Pass, Merit or Distinction. There is an overall grade awarded for the Higher National Certificate. There is a mix of continuous assessment, such as assignment work, workbooks and formal test papers used to assess progress on this course.
Successful completion of a Higher National Certificate will provide a minimum of 120 Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) credits. Students will have a choice of progression routes:
· Higher National Diploma
· Third year on a related Foundation Degree
· Entry to the second year of a degree programme