A free course in craft trades - for women, taught by women

Women in Construction courses are free taster sessions for women who interested in finding out more about work in craft trades.

The courses allow women of any age to try their hand at electrical work, bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing and painting. 

The courses focuse on different trades on different days and women can attend as few or as many days of the course as they wish to.

Help may be available with travel expenses and childcare.

For further information about Women in Construction telephone (0116) 252 7010 or email: jobshop@leicester.gov.uk.

Qualified tradeswomen have the potential to earn up to £500 a week. See our section about apprenticeships to find out more about recognised training.