EDEXCEL Level 2 BTEC First Certificate in Construction
Qualification summary
The Edexcel BTEC First Certificate in Construction is a 180 guided learning hour qualification, ‘nested’ within the Edexcel BTEC First Diploma in Construction. It is a specialist work-related and motivating programme of study for learners contemplating a career within the construction industry and who wish to follow a shorter programme of related study. It provides a ‘taster’ qualification for education and training in the craft, technical and operative areas that are directly relevant to the changing needs of construction employees, employers and professions. It also provides knowledge and understanding of the key issues of sustainability and health, safety and welfare within the construction industry.
The qualification provides opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life, and to develop and evidence knowledge and skills that are relevant to the QCA key skills units.
For learners who already have an interest in the construction industry but have not yet fully decided on a career path the BTEC First Certificate in Construction provides an opportunity to try out a range of related activities, either by following a general path utilizing a range of different specialist units, or in greater depth by following instead a recommended specialist pathway. Centres may offer a range of specialist units to produce appropriate courses of study for their learners, eg multi-skilled or specialist. On completion, learners will have achieved a recognised qualification and will be in a strengthened position to decide between their progression options.
Qualification details
VRQ - Vocationally-Related Qualification
Accreditation start date:
Operational start date in centres:
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Section 96 website.
For further information on 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DIUS
Section 97 website.
For further information on Wales, visit the
DCELLS website.
For further information on Northern Ireland, visit the
DELNI and
DENI websites.
The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Certificate in Construction permits the achievement of learner to progress:
• to NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a related sector
• to a Level 2 or 3 Diploma (Construction and the Built Environment)
• to a specialist qualification (such as the Level 3 BTEC National Certificate in Construction)
• to the workplace in a suitable role under supervision
Agent/Manager
Architect
Architectural Technician/Technologist
Brick/Concrete/Refractory Plant Operative
Bricklayer
Builder's Merchant/Assistant
Building Conservation Officer
Building Control Surveyor
Building Services Engineer
Building Technician
Caretaker/Maintenance Person
Carpenter/Joiner
Carpet Fitter
Cavity Wall Insulation Technician
Ceiling Fixer
Cellar Technician
Ceramic Decorator
Chartered Surveyor
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineering Technician
Clerk of Works/Site Manager
Company Director
Construction Plant Mechanic
Construction Supervisor/Manager
Consultant
Crane Operator
Damp Proofer
Demolition Operative
Design Engineer
Domestic Appliances Service Technician
Dry Stone Waller
Energy and Environmental Engineer
Energy and Environmental Engineering Technician
Engineering Construction Technician
Garden Designer
Landscape Manager
Landscaper
Lift Truck Operator
Manager
Mastic Asphalter
Materials Reclaimer
Painter and Decorator
Plumber
Purchasing/Procurement Officer
Retail Assistant
Risk Manager
Royal Air Force (RAF) Airman/Woman
Royal Air Force (RAF) Officer
Royal Navy/Marines Officer
Royal Navy/Marines Rating
Rural Suveyor
Sales Manager
Steel Erector/Fabricator
Steeplejack
Stonemason
Structural Engineer
Surveying Technician
Technical Author
Thermal Insulation Engineer
Timber Technologist
Town Planner
Town Planning Support Staff
Underground Engineer
Warehouse Worker/Manager
Window Cleaner
Window Installer
Wood Machinist
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05 Construction, Planning and the Built Environment
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05.2
Building and Construction
The qualification is assessed through internally set assignments and externally verified through National Standard Sampling. In addition centres go through an ongoing Centre Risk Assessment process to ensure the quality of provision and internal verification systems and practices.
The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Certificate in Construction consists of two core units plus one specialist unit that provide for a combined total of 180 guided learning hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.
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A -
Core Units
Both Core Units are compulsory and must be achieved to complete the First Certificate in Construction
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A/500/3367 - An Introduction to the Construction Industry
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F/500/3368 - Exploring Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction
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B -
Specialist Units
Candidates must complete one of the eight specialist units available to complete the First Certificate.
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J/500/3369 - The use of Science and Mathematics in Construction
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A/500/3370 - Construction Processes and Operations for Low-Rise Domestic Buildings
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F/500/3371 - Construction Methods and Techniques for Low-Rise Domestic Buildings
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J/500/3372 - Construction Drawing Techniques
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L/500/3373 - Exploring Carpentry and Joinery
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D/500/3376 - Exploring Trowel Operations
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M/500/3379 - Exploring Painting and Decorating
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M/500/3382 - Exploring Building Services Techniques