Level 2 Bench Joinery & Level 3 Bench Joinery in Bench Joinery combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and workshops. What will the student study? NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable). Construction Skills Awards (CSkills) Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Bench Joinery units of study include: Health and Safety Practice Use of hand tools Use of power tools Fitting ironmongery Architraves/skirting boards Doormaking/hanging Tool sharpening Window frames Information/quantities communication Manufacture doors/door frames Stairs Cabinets Panelling Use of circular saws At Level 3 you will learn how to: Manufacture shaped/curved joinery products Gain an understanding of how to set up and use fixed and transportable machinery CSkills NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Bench Joinery / CSkills NVQ Diploma Level 3 in Bench Joinery. CSkills 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery /CSkills Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery... training. The only cost to the employer is the apprentice s salary. An
Level 2 Bricklaying & Level 3 Bricklaying in Bricklaying combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and understanding and practical skills gained in the college classroom and workshops. What will the student study? NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying Employment rights and Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable). Construction Skills Awards (CSkills) NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Brickwork /NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Brickwork units of study include: Construct masonry structures in brick including cavity wall structures Block work structures and solid wall structures Form door and window openings and form joint finishes In addition you will be required to read and extract information from drawings and specifications, conform to general workplace safety guidelines, security and waste management controls. At Level 3 you will learn how to construct complex masonry structures such as arches, chimneys, fireplaces decorative features and curved walling. How can a student succeed on this programme? Punctuality and 100% attendance on vocational day release and Essential Skills (if applicable) Demonstrate commitment to the course Appropriate behaviour and maturity Ability to work with others Be physically fit and have a good head for heights Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Be precise and accurate and be able to follow instructions Safety conscious especially when working at heights and carrying loads. Assessment Methods Continuous assessment throughout the course of practical workshop and theory tasks. Evidence of competency can be obtained through observations in the workplace, physical products of work, reports, plans,photographs, online assessments, witness testimony, discussion and questioning. CSkills NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Bricklaying / CSkills NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying CSkills Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying/CSkills Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying
Level 2 Engineering & Level 3 Engineering ApprenticeshipsNI Level 2 & Level 3 in Engineering combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and workshops. We currently offer the following: Performing Engineering Operations Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering The programme includes using and interpreting engineering data and operating CNC machines. Fabrication and Welding The programme includes fabrication and welding, manual welding techniques, thermal cutting techniques and understanding Computer Aided Drawing (CAD). Engineering Maintenance and Installation The programme includes carrying out fault diagnosing and maintenance activities on equipment. What will the Apprentice study? in Numeracy, Literacy and ICT (if applicable) NVQ Level 2 Diploma in the following: Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Fabrication & Welding Engineering Production Engineering Manufacture Engineering Maintenance & Installation Engineering Installation & Commissioning Electrical & Electronics BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (Edexcel) City & Guilds Certificate in Engineering 2850 Employment rights and Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable) ETCAL NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations Relevant Level 2 Diploma- Technical Certificate- City & Guilds/BTEC etc or the employer for ApprenticeshipsNI training. The only cost to the employer is the apprentice s salary. An Employer Financial Incentive is 3 Framework. This incentive ranges from 250 to 1,500 depending on the complexity and level of apprenticeship There is reduced funding for those apprentices aged 25+.
Level 2 Plastering & Level 3 Plastering in Plastering combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and workshops. What will the trainee study? NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Plastering NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering Level 2 Diploma in Plastering Level 3 Diploma in Plastering Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable) Construction Skills (CSkills) NVQ Level 2 /CSkills NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering units of study include: Fix dry lining and plasterboard products to interior surfaces Prepare surfaces to receive plaster applications Apply plaster products to internal surfaces Apply one and two coat work to solid walls Produce plaster-based components such as cornice Form sand and cement screeds In addition you will be required to read and extract information from drawings and specifications, conform to general workplace safety guidelines, security and waste management controls. At Level 3 you will apply external rendering, and install complex plaster finishes to complex surfaces. s CSkills NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Plastering / CSkills NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plastering CSkills Level 2 Diploma in Plastering /CSkills Level 3 in Diploma Plastering
Level 2 Site Carpentry & Level 3 Site Carpentry in Site Carpentry combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and workshops. What will the trainee study? NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable) Construction Skills NVQ Level 2/3 Diploma in Site Carpentry units of study include: Install first fixing components including: door/window frames and linings, floor joist coverings, partitions, plasterboard and staircases Install second fixing components including: doors, mouldings, ironmongery, wall/floor units and cladding Erecting structural carcassing components including: roofs, floor joists, flat roof and floor coverings. In addition you will be required to read and extract information from drawings and specifications, conform to general workplace safety guidelines, security and waste management controls. At Level 3 you will learn how to install complex structural carcassing such as inclined roofs, hips and valleys, roof verge and eaves finishes and dormers. CSkills NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Site Carpentry / CSkills NVQ Level 3 in Site Carpentry CSkills Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry /CSkills Level 3 in Site Carpentry
Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair & Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair in Vehicle combines the practical hands-on experience of the workplace with the knowledge and understanding and practical skills gained in the college classroom and workshops. The apprenticeship also permits various pathways that include Heavy Vehicle & Auto- Electrics. What will the trainee study? NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Employee Rights and and ICT (if applicable). IMIAL NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle / NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair units of study include: Level 2 involves working on light vehicles not exceeding 7.5 tonnes. Units studied may include: carrying out routine vehicle maintenance, fault finding, rectifying simple system faults by replacing and testing components and units and inspecting vehicles. Level 3 units studied may include: carrying out routine vehicle maintenance, diagnosing and rectifying complex system faults and inspecting vehicles. IMIAL NVQ Diploma Level 2 in Vehicle / IMIAL NVQ Diploma Level 3 in Vehicle IMIAL Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle / IMIAL Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Apprenticeships NRC is an award winning provider of vocational education and training in the region with apprenticeships delivered to the highest standards by highly qualified and skilled staff. For several years our apprentices have taken part in Regional, National and International Skills Competitions. The key benefits of having NRC as your Strategic Training Partner are that we can: Provide a source of enthusiastic and talented young people Offer you the opportunity to train a young person to your business needs Help you plan for the future Help you increase productivity and improve your competitiveness Address your Skills gap Motivate your workforce ApprenticeshipsNI helping your business work better ApprenticeshipsNI is a Northern Ireland Government funded, workbased training programme, designed by Sector Skills Councils (SSCs)/Standard Setting Bodies (SSBs) to meet the needs of you as an employer. Business representatives from the relevant industry sector work with the SSCs/SSBs to develop the training framework content within each occupational area. As an employer ApprenticeshipsNI affords you the opportunity to address your training needs, upskill existing staff and develop new skills to further meet your business needs. ApprenticeshipsNI combine workbased skills and theoretical learning, while focusing on the job as a whole. They allow the employee to acquire and apply the skills, knowledge and understanding required by employers in specific vocational areas through day release at College and practical work based activities. No matter what apprenticeship they choose, your apprentice must complete a Level 2 and/or Level 3 apprenticeship qualification.level 2 is the first level and the one that most new apprentices choose.in respect of Level 3, they can either progress from Level 2 to Level 3 or go straight in at this higher level, depending on their ability and the qualifications they already have. Level 3 requires higher level qualifications to be achieved. How long does an apprenticeship take? It usually takes up to two years to complete one level and up to four years to complete the two levels depending on their complexity; however they can be completed more quickly depending on the ability of the apprentice. Key Features of ApprenticeshipsNI ApprenticeshipsNI is funded by the Department for Employment and Learning, and part financed by the European Social Fund: Are open to all people age 16-24 in permanent remunerative employment (a minimum of 21 contracted hours per week with one employer, including day release) from day one who have reached the minimum school leaving age, and who meet the entry requirements set out by the sector; Are open to both new and existing employees who meet the entry criteria. Are a series of planned on- and off- the-job training and development activities; Lead to an externally accredited Vocational Competence (VCQ) at Level 2/3. Lead to a Vocational Related (VRQ), where appropriate to the Apprenticeship Framework in question. Build upon the basic general competencies such as Essential Skills, in Application of Number, Communication and ICT, the latter, where appropriate to the Apprenticeship Framework; Are industry-driven and designed to be relevant to the needs of each occupational sector; and Enable apprentices to acquire high level technical, administrative and first line management skills. Employer incentives are available from 250 to 1500 if the Apprentice successfully achieves the Apprenticeship at Level 2 and/or Level 3 within the stipulated timeframe. Contact For more information please contact our Training Support Officers: Coleraine T: 028 7034 0103 Ballymena T: 028 2566 4282 Newtownabbey T: 028 9085 5044