The construction industry is facing a skills shortage – with an extra 251,000 workers needed by 2028.
The good news? Plasterers are a major part. Meaning if you learn the trade, you’ll be in demand from day one.
In six weeks, our Site Ready Skimming Course gets you site ready as a plaster skimmer, and supports next steps towards earning your NVQ Level 2 in Basic Plastering.
From trowel to trade
Our Site Ready Skimming Course gives you everything you need to step straight into work.
Learn a variety of in-demand skimming skills
Train with the tools you’ll take to work
Apply for a CSCS card with our support
Complete Health and Safety training
Explore how to go self-employed
Access expert help once you’re on-site
Train locally, skim anywhere
Backed by British Gypsum, delivered at colleges and training providers across the UK. Find a training course near you and take the first step towards becoming a qualified plasterer.
Contact us using the form below for your nearest course location and dates.
Get set, skim
Joining the dots
Our course is the link between trainee plasterers and subcontractors. We’re helping people – of all ages – kickstart their career in the trade. And by doing that, we’re giving subcontractors the people and skills they need to complete their builds and commercial projects.