Skills Bootcamp in External Wall Insulation (EWI) & Treatments

Course details

Course provider: Kirklees College

Eligibility: You must be aged 19+ and live in West Yorkshire

Start dates: W/c 24th February 

Duration: 4 Weeks

Venue: Online/ Brunel Construction Centre, Old Fieldhouse Lane, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, HD2 1AG

Overview/summary of training

Delivered at Brunel Construction Centre, you will have the opportunity to develop the theory that will be introduced in the classroom environment and underpin your knowledge of installing kerbs, drainage, laying paving slabs and concrete finish. The course will be delivered over four weeks.

External wall insulation training courses are absolutely essential for anyone who are interested in working as a Solid Wall Insulation Installer. The course will cover health and safety, safe use of power tools and machines, insulation board fixing, basecoat application and one final finish of silicone thin coat render.

What next?

Upon successful completion of the Skills Bootcamp upskilled labourers, semi-skilled and qualified plasterers will be able to work in industry to install modern EWI systems competently. 

Also offered to new industry entrants to start a career in EWI installation and further progression.  

​It can also provide an opportunity for new entrants into the construction industry that can lead onto employment and progression to further courses.

A range of progression courses in construction are available including L2/3 NVQ in Plastering.

Provide the essential, foundation skills interested in working as a Solid Wall Insulation Installer.