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*IMPORTANT: You must work or intend to work within Cornwall to be eligible for this course*

Skill Bootcamp in Women in Construction

The Skills Bootcamp in Women in Construction is designed for women aged 19+ who are looking to start, return to, or progress their career in the construction industry. It is suitable for women who are new to construction, those returning to the industry after a career break, individuals already working in construction who want to refresh and develop their practical skills, and women who are considering setting up their own construction-related business or working on a self-employed basis.

The course offers a wide range of benefits, providing learners with practical, industry-relevant skills, knowledge and confidence to support progression within the construction sector. Participants will develop their understanding of different roles and career opportunities within construction, alongside practical skills in areas such as health and safety, hazard mitigation, working at height, PPE, tools, decorating, carpentry and bricklaying. The programme also supports learners to build confidence in working safely on site and understand the standards and expectations of the construction workplace.

Alongside practical construction skills, learners will explore the opportunities and considerations involved in setting up and running their own business, including developing a business idea, understanding what is needed to establish a business and identifying opportunities to generate work. Sessions on marketing and promoting a construction business will help learners understand how to present their services, reach potential customers and develop their business presence.

The Skills Bootcamp helps individuals develop practical construction skills, increase their confidence, explore career and self-employment opportunities and improve their employability, while supporting employers and the wider construction sector to develop a more skilled, confident and diverse workforce.

The 10-week Skills Bootcamp in Women in Construction will focus on the following topics:

Making your own path and understanding different roles in construction

H&S, mitigating site hazards, working at heights, PPE and isolating electric and water supplies

Masterclass refresher on tools

Masterclass refresher on decorating skills

Masterclass refresher on carpentry

Masterclass refresher on bricklaying

Tackling construction culture and conflict

Communicating and engaging with your customer

Marketing your business

Future planning and setting up your own business

Skills Bootcamps have been created to provide you with the necessary sector-specific skills to enter a new field or to progress in your current role or business.

These Skills Bootcamps are free to all learners who are 19+ and reside or work in Cornwall and are funded by the DWP and Cornwall Council. Once you have enrolled via Eventbrite, a member of the team will be in contact with further information and an enrolment form to complete.

Come and join us for this event to find out more about it.

If you have any questions or queries please do get in touch with us at cornwall.skillsbootcamps@ytko.com

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