Mulberry Bush Nursery Group have been working with Bury College for a number of years, hiring and training childcare Apprentices. The partnership has provided learners with amazing opportunities and resulted in thriving careers.
To ensure a smooth start to your Plastering programme we have arranged for you to be able to view and purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in practical lessons.
The PPE equipment is required for all students and will cost £30 and consist of the following:
Students also have the option of purchasing a bundle without the work pants at a cost of £10 and will consist of the following:
Students would then need to purchase their own work pants independently. Students also have an option to purchase additional/replacement Long sleeved tops at a cost of £5.
Steel toe cap boots are a mandatory requirement for these courses. These are to be purchased independently - learners provide their own safety boots.
Other equipment needed
Stationery should be purchased independently.
Lockers can be purchased at a cost of £10 which is returnable once they key to the locker is returned.
Please visit Plastering | Bury College Online Store to view and purchase the required uniform.
The college can provide financial assistance for purchasing uniform and/or equipment resources through the Financial Support Schemes (i.e. bursary) – Details of which will be provided and discussed at enrolment. Any further information required regarding financial support available, please enquire with Student Services https://burycollege.ac.uk/full-time/student-support. The student services team will also be available during enrolment.
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