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Studying a course with us can lead to an exciting career in this thriving industry in traditional trade pathways, or to higher education opportunities in surveying, design, and management. Along the way you will develop and learn new skills that allow you to demonstrate quality in your work to meet industry standards.

As Wales works towards lowering carbon emissions through the Net Zero Strategy by 2050, the construction industry is at the forefront of driving this change in home building through the innovation of new technologies, materials, and methods to help reduce greenhouse gases. Whichever path you choose, you will belong to a network of tradespeople that makes a lasting contribution to your community.

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Bricklaying & Wall/Floor Tiling (Level 1)

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: September 2026
Are you looking to pick up hands-on skills that could transform your home or kick-start a new career path? Whether you’re a keen hobbyist, looking to gain skills to explore a new career, or eager to level up your current abilities, our Level 1 ... Read More

Diploma in Carpentry Level 1

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: September 2026
This Level 1 course will enable you to gain carpentry skills within a practical training environment. ... Read More

Diploma In Plumbing Studies Level 2

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: September 2026
This course is designed if you wish to gain and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to enter and / or progress within the plumbing industry. ... Read More

ERS Energy Efficiency Domestic Heating (EEDH)

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date:
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Are you a heating engineer looking to expand your expertise and meet the growing demand for energy-efficient solutions in homes across Wales? The ERS Energy Efficiency Domestic Heating (EEDH) certification is a crucial qualification for plumbing and ... Read More

ERS Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems (UHWS)

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date:
Sustainable Futures Academy rating:
The ERS Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems (UHWS) course certifies engineers to safely install and maintain high-pressure hot water systems. Designed around Building Regulations Part G3, this qualification allows professionals to join a Competent Per... Read More

ERS Water Regulations

Type: Part-time Study
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date:
Sustainable Futures Academy rating:
The BPEC Water Regulations course provides essential training on the legal requirements for installing and maintaining water systems in the UK. Covering regulations for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, this course ensures that plumbing... Read More

RTITB Counterbalance Forklift Truck

Type: PLA
Start Date: Enquire for dates
Duration: Variable - Please enquire
Location: Arc Plant & Civils Training, Pontyclun
RTITB Counterbalance Training is a comprehensive and industry-recognised programme designed to equip forklift operators with the skills, knowledge, and certification required to safely and efficiently operate counterbalance lift trucks. Accredited by... Read More

RTITB Reach Truck

Type: PLA
Start Date: Enquire for dates
Duration: Variable - Please enquire
Location: Arc Plant & Civils Training, Pontyclun
RTITB Reach Truck Training is a specialised programme designed to equip operators with the skills and certification needed to safely and efficiently operate reach trucks—essential vehicles in warehouse and logistics environments. Accredited by ... Read More

RTITB Rough Terrain Telescopic Handler

Type: PLA
Start Date: Enquire for dates
Duration: Variable - Please enquire
Location: Arc Plant & Civils Training, Pontyclun
This specialized RTITB Telescopic Handler training program ensures operators of rough terrain telescopic handlers (telehandlers) acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and certification for safe and efficient operation in construction, agriculture,... Read More

RTITB Vehicle Mounted Hydraulic Lorry Loader (HIAB)

Type: PLA
Start Date: Enquire for dates
Duration: Variable - Please enquire
Location: Arc Plant & Civils Training, Pontyclun
RTITB Hydraulic Lorry Loader Training—commonly referred to as HIAB training—is a specialised programme designed to equip operators with the skills and certification needed to safely and efficiently operate vehicle-mounted hydraulic cranes... Read More
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The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Programme logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized, colorful drawing of two figures embracing in the center. The surrounding white ring contains black text that reads "ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME" and "THE DIANA AWARD."
The badge for Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) is a dark green square featuring a curved pattern with two white, rounded squares and a smaller white dot. The text "Disability Confident Leader" is written beneath the main symbol.
A rosette award badge from Mind, featuring a scalloped pink border and a blue center with white text that reads "Achieving Excellence". The text below includes the Welsh words for "Wellbeing at Work" and the date 2023/24.
The Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo features a delicate, stylized geometric design in gold above the title. The text "PRINCESS ROYAL TRAINING AWARD" is in light gray, with the year "2021" highlighted in gold below.
The Armed Forces Covenant logo is a black and white image featuring the British Lion Rampant holding a Union Jack flag on a staff. The Crown of St. Edward is positioned above the lion's head, and the words "ARMED FORCES COVENANT" are printed below.
The Google for Education Premier Reference College logo features the multi-colored Google 'G' icon above the text "Google for Education Reference College" in gray.
Award badge for the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/25, featuring a colorful honeycomb pattern on the left. The badge also highlights the ranking as the 44th Most Inclusive Employer on the right, against a bronze background.
The logo for Corporate Parent Wales features a stylized graphic of three figures, colored light green, purple, and maroon, linked arm-in-arm. Below the graphic, the text "Rhiant Corfforaethol Cymreig" and "Corporate Parent Wales" is displayed in black.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge features a logo of three stylized leaves—blue, green, and gold—on a dark green background. It states the website has EFWA ACCREDITATION valid until 2026.
Circular logo for When the Adults Change Partner Organisation, featuring a red and white rocket ship on a blue background.
Logo featuring a laurel wreath and figures. Text: 'FE College of SANCTUARY AWARD Welcoming People Seeking Sanctuary'.
A badge indicating the "Top 5 Best Organisations to Work For" in Education & Training for 2022.
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022."
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For 2022."
The Careers Wales Mark logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized green leaf shape that opens upward and to the right. The white text inside reads "The Careers Wales Mark," celebrating a commitment to quality careers and work-related education.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Programme logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized, colorful drawing of two figures embracing in the center. The surrounding white ring contains black text that reads "ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME" and "THE DIANA AWARD."
The badge for Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) is a dark green square featuring a curved pattern with two white, rounded squares and a smaller white dot. The text "Disability Confident Leader" is written beneath the main symbol.
A rosette award badge from Mind, featuring a scalloped pink border and a blue center with white text that reads "Achieving Excellence". The text below includes the Welsh words for "Wellbeing at Work" and the date 2023/24.
The Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo features a delicate, stylized geometric design in gold above the title. The text "PRINCESS ROYAL TRAINING AWARD" is in light gray, with the year "2021" highlighted in gold below.
The Armed Forces Covenant logo is a black and white image featuring the British Lion Rampant holding a Union Jack flag on a staff. The Crown of St. Edward is positioned above the lion's head, and the words "ARMED FORCES COVENANT" are printed below.
The Google for Education Premier Reference College logo features the multi-colored Google 'G' icon above the text "Google for Education Reference College" in gray.
Award badge for the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/25, featuring a colorful honeycomb pattern on the left. The badge also highlights the ranking as the 44th Most Inclusive Employer on the right, against a bronze background.
The logo for Corporate Parent Wales features a stylized graphic of three figures, colored light green, purple, and maroon, linked arm-in-arm. Below the graphic, the text "Rhiant Corfforaethol Cymreig" and "Corporate Parent Wales" is displayed in black.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge features a logo of three stylized leaves—blue, green, and gold—on a dark green background. It states the website has EFWA ACCREDITATION valid until 2026.
Circular logo for When the Adults Change Partner Organisation, featuring a red and white rocket ship on a blue background.
Logo featuring a laurel wreath and figures. Text: 'FE College of SANCTUARY AWARD Welcoming People Seeking Sanctuary'.
A badge indicating the "Top 5 Best Organisations to Work For" in Education & Training for 2022.
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022."
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For 2022."
The Careers Wales Mark logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized green leaf shape that opens upward and to the right. The white text inside reads "The Careers Wales Mark," celebrating a commitment to quality careers and work-related education.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Programme logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized, colorful drawing of two figures embracing in the center. The surrounding white ring contains black text that reads "ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME" and "THE DIANA AWARD."
The badge for Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) is a dark green square featuring a curved pattern with two white, rounded squares and a smaller white dot. The text "Disability Confident Leader" is written beneath the main symbol.
A rosette award badge from Mind, featuring a scalloped pink border and a blue center with white text that reads "Achieving Excellence". The text below includes the Welsh words for "Wellbeing at Work" and the date 2023/24.
The Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo features a delicate, stylized geometric design in gold above the title. The text "PRINCESS ROYAL TRAINING AWARD" is in light gray, with the year "2021" highlighted in gold below.
The Armed Forces Covenant logo is a black and white image featuring the British Lion Rampant holding a Union Jack flag on a staff. The Crown of St. Edward is positioned above the lion's head, and the words "ARMED FORCES COVENANT" are printed below.
The Google for Education Premier Reference College logo features the multi-colored Google 'G' icon above the text "Google for Education Reference College" in gray.
Award badge for the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/25, featuring a colorful honeycomb pattern on the left. The badge also highlights the ranking as the 44th Most Inclusive Employer on the right, against a bronze background.
The logo for Corporate Parent Wales features a stylized graphic of three figures, colored light green, purple, and maroon, linked arm-in-arm. Below the graphic, the text "Rhiant Corfforaethol Cymreig" and "Corporate Parent Wales" is displayed in black.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge features a logo of three stylized leaves—blue, green, and gold—on a dark green background. It states the website has EFWA ACCREDITATION valid until 2026.
Circular logo for When the Adults Change Partner Organisation, featuring a red and white rocket ship on a blue background.
Logo featuring a laurel wreath and figures. Text: 'FE College of SANCTUARY AWARD Welcoming People Seeking Sanctuary'.
A badge indicating the "Top 5 Best Organisations to Work For" in Education & Training for 2022.
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022."
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For 2022."
The Careers Wales Mark logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized green leaf shape that opens upward and to the right. The white text inside reads "The Careers Wales Mark," celebrating a commitment to quality careers and work-related education.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Programme logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized, colorful drawing of two figures embracing in the center. The surrounding white ring contains black text that reads "ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME" and "THE DIANA AWARD."
The badge for Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) is a dark green square featuring a curved pattern with two white, rounded squares and a smaller white dot. The text "Disability Confident Leader" is written beneath the main symbol.
A rosette award badge from Mind, featuring a scalloped pink border and a blue center with white text that reads "Achieving Excellence". The text below includes the Welsh words for "Wellbeing at Work" and the date 2023/24.
The Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo features a delicate, stylized geometric design in gold above the title. The text "PRINCESS ROYAL TRAINING AWARD" is in light gray, with the year "2021" highlighted in gold below.
The Armed Forces Covenant logo is a black and white image featuring the British Lion Rampant holding a Union Jack flag on a staff. The Crown of St. Edward is positioned above the lion's head, and the words "ARMED FORCES COVENANT" are printed below.
The Google for Education Premier Reference College logo features the multi-colored Google 'G' icon above the text "Google for Education Reference College" in gray.
Award badge for the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/25, featuring a colorful honeycomb pattern on the left. The badge also highlights the ranking as the 44th Most Inclusive Employer on the right, against a bronze background.
The logo for Corporate Parent Wales features a stylized graphic of three figures, colored light green, purple, and maroon, linked arm-in-arm. Below the graphic, the text "Rhiant Corfforaethol Cymreig" and "Corporate Parent Wales" is displayed in black.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge features a logo of three stylized leaves—blue, green, and gold—on a dark green background. It states the website has EFWA ACCREDITATION valid until 2026.
Circular logo for When the Adults Change Partner Organisation, featuring a red and white rocket ship on a blue background.
Logo featuring a laurel wreath and figures. Text: 'FE College of SANCTUARY AWARD Welcoming People Seeking Sanctuary'.
A badge indicating the "Top 5 Best Organisations to Work For" in Education & Training for 2022.
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022."
Logo featuring "The UK's Top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For 2022."
The Careers Wales Mark logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized green leaf shape that opens upward and to the right. The white text inside reads "The Careers Wales Mark," celebrating a commitment to quality careers and work-related education.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Programme logo is a circular badge featuring a stylized, colorful drawing of two figures embracing in the center. The surrounding white ring contains black text that reads "ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME" and "THE DIANA AWARD."
The badge for Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) is a dark green square featuring a curved pattern with two white, rounded squares and a smaller white dot. The text "Disability Confident Leader" is written beneath the main symbol.
A rosette award badge from Mind, featuring a scalloped pink border and a blue center with white text that reads "Achieving Excellence". The text below includes the Welsh words for "Wellbeing at Work" and the date 2023/24.
The Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo features a delicate, stylized geometric design in gold above the title. The text "PRINCESS ROYAL TRAINING AWARD" is in light gray, with the year "2021" highlighted in gold below.
The Armed Forces Covenant logo is a black and white image featuring the British Lion Rampant holding a Union Jack flag on a staff. The Crown of St. Edward is positioned above the lion's head, and the words "ARMED FORCES COVENANT" are printed below.
The Google for Education Premier Reference College logo features the multi-colored Google 'G' icon above the text "Google for Education Reference College" in gray.
Award badge for the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/25, featuring a colorful honeycomb pattern on the left. The badge also highlights the ranking as the 44th Most Inclusive Employer on the right, against a bronze background.
The logo for Corporate Parent Wales features a stylized graphic of three figures, colored light green, purple, and maroon, linked arm-in-arm. Below the graphic, the text "Rhiant Corfforaethol Cymreig" and "Corporate Parent Wales" is displayed in black.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge features a logo of three stylized leaves—blue, green, and gold—on a dark green background. It states the website has EFWA ACCREDITATION valid until 2026.
Circular logo for When the Adults Change Partner Organisation, featuring a red and white rocket ship on a blue background.
Logo featuring a laurel wreath and figures. Text: 'FE College of SANCTUARY AWARD Welcoming People Seeking Sanctuary'.
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