Qualifications
HLA in Construction Management (603/0465/0)
Overview
Subject to Approval
The Higher Level Apprenticeship in Construction Management is designed to develop the technical, supervisory and managerial capability required to meet Northern Ireland's growing construction and infrastructure needs.
Apprentices gain a solid foundation in construction technology, digital construction methods, tendering, procurement, sustainability, legal requirements and project coordination, aligning with the skills shortages identified in the NI Skills Barometer and Construction Skills Network forecasts which highlight ongoing demand for higher level construction professionals across the next decade.
Programme Structure
Apprentices attend college one day per week with blended learning and workplace training.
Year 1 Modules
- Construction Design Project
- Digital Applications for Construction Information
- Tender & Procurement
- Principles of Alternative Energy
Year 2 Modules
- Construction Technology
- Legal and Statutory Requirements in Construction
- Science and Materials
- The Construction Environment
- Have evidence of competence in written and spoken English and Numeracy, equivalent to Level 2 Certification in each subject or GCSE Grade C
- Have attained at least 12 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications.
- Have attained a pass in at least one A Level subject or equivalent Level 3 qualification.
- Applicants should have attained a minimum of 32 tariff points achieved through the completion of A Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved qualifications.
The College recognises that some adult learners will have substantial industry experience and may not have formal qualifications to demonstrate skills, knowledge or capability. The College will work with such applicants to identify appropriate evidence equivalent to the entrance criteria.
Assessment is continuous throughout each semester and includes coursework, reports, presentations, portfolios and workplace audits.
Careers
Successful completion provides progression routes to degree‑level part time study at University and employment across construction management roles.
Interests
Construction
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