Construction Skills College provide intensive hands-on accredited plastering training to equip students with essential skills needed to complete work away from the centre.
At TradeTeacher (Construction Skills College) in Stoke-on-Trent, our plastering courses are built for beginners, DIYers, and career changers who want hands-on training in a realistic environment. You’ll work in fully equipped bays with tools and materials included, learning the practical methods used on real jobs.
You’re welcome to visit our training centre to see a course running, meet the team, and view the standard of learner work. Local affordable accommodation is available nearby for learners travelling in.
5 days Ideal starting point: learn the basics, build confidence and improve your finish fast.
9 days More time, more practice, larger areas, plus extra skills such as boarding and repairs.
Weekends Train around work and commitments while building practical plastering skills.
1 day Focused skimming practice with guidance—ideal if you want extra coaching on finish quality.
6 weeks Fully funded route (limited availability). A longer pathway with more time to practice and improve.
Your course is taught by an experienced plasterer who focuses on the practical methods used on real jobs—helping you improve technique, timing and finish quality with plenty of feedback while you work.
We’re based in Stoke-on-Trent. If you’re travelling in, there is local affordable accommodation nearby.
Contact us to arrange a visit—we encourage visits while courses are running (ideally towards the end of a course) so you can see the standard of work produced.
“What I like about the college is tutors are friendly, plenty of materials, good sized groups for learning. I would recommend this course to others because its engaging, interesting, fun, value for money.”
M Azad, December 2025
“The most interesting / useful part… was understanding the theory behind the process of plastering and then being able to apply it practically… the tutor provided individual support.”
L Chapman, December 2025
“Everything was useful from over-skimming the existing wall to the plaster boarding and ceiling skimming. I would recommend this course… it gives you all the basic knowledge you need to plaster your own home or start a business.”
B Piwko, November 2025
No. Our plastering courses are suitable for complete beginners and you’ll start with the basics.
Many learners build a strong foundation in 5 days, but the 9-day course is the most popular option because it gives extra time to improve finish quality and build confidence over larger areas (and adds extra skills on the longer route).
We typically ask for a £150 deposit to secure your place, with the remaining balance due before your start date (see the individual course page for the exact details).
No. Tools and materials are provided during your training.
Yes. Contact us to arrange a visit—we encourage visits while courses are running so you can see the training environment and learner work.
Message us and we’ll recommend the best option.
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Choosing the right training centre is key to reaching your goals. At Construction Skills College, we provide expert instructors, practical hands-on training, and tailored support to boost your success. When you compare our course content with others, you’ll see we cover more in the same or less time. We achieve this by minimizing classroom sessions and focusing on real-world practical work—not small, low-value projects that don’t prepare you for actual job sites.
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Discover top-tier plastering courses at Construction Skills College, designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in plastering projects. Whether you’re enhancing your own property, seeking employment, or launching a self-employed career, our courses prepare you for success. Visit our excellent training centre to witness a course in action and see the exceptional work produced by our learners.
Our intensive plastering training courses are delivered by seasoned tradespeople in a supportive, friendly, and professional environment. We prioritize your success, offering ongoing support even after course completion. Feel free to drop by our centre or contact your tutor directly to discuss any aspect of your training, ensuring you’re confident in applying your new skills.
At Construction Skills College, we maximize your learning with less classroom time and more hands-on practice. Our short yet intensive courses dive into practical work from day one, guided by expert instructors. Master plastering through extensive practice in our spacious training bays, designed to build your confidence for real-world projects. When choosing a training provider, compare training bay sizes and visit during a course to speak with learners and assess the quality of work firsthand.
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