Modern Methods of Construction - Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA)
Start Date: 9th September 2025
Code: PHPM2213
- Higher Education
- Part-Time
- Magherafelt
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Essentials
Duration: 2 Years Part-time
Start date: 9th September 2025
End date: 15th June 2027
Day: Tue
Time: 09:00-18:15
Information Event: Yes
Course fee: FREE
Northern Regional College is offering a Higher Level Apprenticeship in a number of Construction pathways. Each programme has been designed to provide the construction and civil engineering sector in Northern Ireland with high grade technicians and professionals who have practical skills, combined with a higher education qualification.
The programme will facilitate progression from Level 3 apprenticeship and could also encourage future progression to Level 5 and 6 qualifications. The programme is also suitable for existing employees who are starting a new technical role within their company.
The framework covers a wide range of job roles in construction and civil engineering which broadly fit into the higher-level skills requirements for differing sectors.
Over the course of the programme you will undertake the following alongside your employment:
- Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Modern Methods of Construction (Construction)
(Course structure is subject to DfE’s Approval)
As you progress, you will develop your skills within your role in the company gaining experience and real hands-on knowledge through the expert teams based in the business while you continue your studies at college on a day-release basis.
The BTEC Higher National (HN) qualification has been developed to meet the requirements of a number of Professional Bodies such as
- Institution of Civil Engineers
- Institution of Structural Engineers
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Chartered Institute of Building
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists
There may be the option for those who wish to progress to top up from HNC Construction to Level 5 HND by completing an additional year of student on completion of the programme.
Applications
Companies recruit directly for this course.
Course Content
Modules include:
- Construction Technology
- Principles of Off-site Construction
- Digital Applications for Construction Information
- Building Information Modelling
- The Construction Environment
- Construction Design Project
- Alternative Sustainable Solutions in Construction
Special Features
How Can Your Career Benefit from a Higher Apprenticeship?
Employability
You will gain lots of valuable knowledge, practical skills and work experience as well as a recognised qualification - just the combination that can help increase your future employability, boost your CV and open new career opportunities for you.
Earn While You Learn
You will gain valuable work experience from your employer as well as gaining a recognised professional qualification and earning a regular salary.
Debt-free
This Higher Apprenticeship programme will allow you to start your highly-skilled career without the student debt that your university peers will have accumulated during their degree course - providing a real alternative to university.
Mentoring
All apprentices will be allocated a Workplace Mentor whose role will involve supervising their work within their workplace in addition to their College Mentor.
Course Update
Campus location to be confirmed. This course may be delivered at our Ballymena or Magherafelt campus.