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Construction Vocational Courses

From trowel trades to architecture and design, we have vocational construction courses at all levels to suit you.

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Industry leading courses

The construction industry incorporates a hugely diverse range of skills from trowel trades to architecture and design, and Petroc has courses at all levels to suit you.

We have exceptional workshop spaces for all of our trade areas housing cutting-edge tools, machinery and environmental technology, where you will develop your hands-on, technical and practical skills. Our highly skilled lecturers are qualified in their industry so you can be sure you will receive the best training to take into the outside world, and they will support and guide you throughout your journey with us to enable you to achieve at the highest levels. 

 

From Site Manager to Quantity Surveyor, Construction Worker to Estates Manager - whether your ambition is to start your own business or work for a larger contractor, the skills you learn at Petroc will provide you with a career for the future!

"I have always had a keen interest in the built environment and Petroc had the best course for it."

Will

Construction, T Level

225,000 additional workers will be required to meet UK construction demand by 2027

225,000

(citb.co.uk)

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The average annual salary for a Carpenter is

£45,575

(Indeed)

The UK construction industry is forecast to increase to a revenue of 476.6 billion until 2027

476.6 billion

(Statistica)

Why Petroc should be your first choice

Petroc offers quality education and training across North and Mid Devon. We aim to provide outstanding learning, excellent facilities, strong connections to employers and a supportive environment to help you fulfil your education goals and set you on your path to the career of your dreams.

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SUPPORTIVE

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can flourish and feel a valued member of the college and wider community. 

INSPIRING

Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments. 

CONNECTED

We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.