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Floorcovering

Key facts

Apprenticeship

18 months - 2 years
duration

Level 2 - Intermediate
This apprenticeship will give you a sound working knowledge of the construction
skills you need to work as a floor covering operative.
With hundreds of different floorcoverings from lino, carpet and wood, to rubber,
plastic and slate tiles, the future opportunities are endless. The job involves finding
the right material for the surface, preparing the floor, cutting the material to fit
and laying it in place.

Qualifications
Level 2 Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations
Technical Certificate
Functional Skills in English and maths, if required
Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

Typical units covered

CSCS

CARDS

We’ll provide su
pport
to gain a free CS
CS
card to ensure yo
u
are up-to-date

Understanding construction technology
Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
Developing customer relationships
Preparation of sub-floor surfaces to receive floorcoverings
Set out for the laying of floorcoverings
Installation of resilient tile and sheet floorcoverings
Installation of textile floorcoverings

Entry requirements and who is it for?
You must complete an initial assessment identifying prior learning and
experience in order to ensure this apprenticeship is the correct pathway.
You will also need to show enthusiasm, commitment and interest in the subject
area. This apprenticeship also requires lots of kneeling down, lifting and carrying
heavy materials so physical fitness is required along with being good at figures.
Read more success stories online at www.pmtraining.org.uk/case-studies

Functional skills in English
and maths support up to
Level 2, (equivalent to GCSE
Level) if required
Earn while you learn with
on-the-job training and a wage
We work with over 1000 local
businesses to find you the
right placement for your
apprenticeship
Depending upon your
apprenticeship framework, you
may be required to attend one
of our training centres for a
day or block release as part of
your training
You can enter this
apprenticeship through
the following pathways
- Study programme
- Traineeship
- or apply online for specific

vacancies when available

Where could this lead
After gaining an apprenticeship in
floorcovering, you could progress
into roles such as a carpet fitter
working with specialist flooring
firms, carpet showrooms and
carpet/flooring manufacturers.

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