Andrew, Plumbing NVQ Level 2 (part-time)
“After having several jobs, I decided to come
to Bedford College to train to work in plumbing. I travel quite a
distance from St. Neots as the Plumbing department is well
respected and has its own dedicated Centre.”
“After College I want to get a job at a
plumbing firm.”
George, Painting & Decorating Level 2
“I have family ties to the construction
industry so decided to come and look at the College’s facilities at
an Open Day.”
“The course allows for a relaxed, yet
challenging working environment that sets you up well for work.
This is very important as I’m planning to start my own business in
the future.”
Robert, Bricklaying Level 1
“I came to a 14+ course Bricklaying course at
the College and really enjoyed it. I prefer this kind of work,
compared to academic subjects, and the facilities at the College
are great. ”
“Other students on my course are great and
this creates a friendly atmosphere. I am hoping to progress onto a
Bricklaying Apprenticeship and then onto employment.”
James, Foundation Degree in Sustainable Construction
“I’ve been an architectural technician for 7
years, but the requirements for designing buildings are
changing. New legislation makes sustainability key to all our
designs and so this was an area I decided I needed to develop.”
“I enrolled on the Foundation Degree in
Sustainable Construction course and I have found the course
invaluable in showing me how best to implement sustainability. It
has also not only explained the new regulations but enabled me to
understand the reasons behind the legislation and why the extra
work we put in to ensure buildings are sustainable is so
important.”
“As far as I am aware Bedford College is the
only college locally to offer this course and I have really enjoyed
my time at the College. The tutors are great and offer a kind of
personal education, talking to you rather than at you.”