Level 1 Award in Creative Craft
Would you like to complete a great creative project from recycled materials - by researching materials, planning your project and developing a finished design? **This course may be FREE if you earn less than £25,750p.a. Other learners may be eligible for a reduced fee of £240.**
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for anyone interested in crafting and upcycling. **This course may be FREE if you earn less than £25,750p.a. Other learners may be eligible for a reduced fee of £240. Contact us for more details.**
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You just need an interest in creative craft and a willingness to work independently and in groups.
What will you learn?
- Researching a range of craft ideas
- Selecting suitable recycled materials for different projects
- Exploring a variety of crafting ideas, tools and techniques
- Developing an understanding of health and safety in the crafting environment
- Learning how to live more sustainably through upcycling
- Completing a creative project
How will you learn?
You will learn via group practical sessions and some independent study.
What will you need to bring with you?
Basic materials will be provided. You may wish to bring in your own materials to enhance or embellish your designs and the teacher will give advice regarding these. Laptops can be provided during lessons, but you may wish to bring a laptop or tablet you are more familiar with.
You will need to have access to the Internet outside of the classroom.
How will you be assessed?
You will have a personal learning plan and will develop a guided digital portfolio of work that your teacher will assess and give you feedback on.
Where next?
You could consider Art and Design courses for adults or the Level 2 Award in Creative Craft.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Sue Long on 01332 387465 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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DCG Success Stories
Selina Charlton
Keen sewer Selina uses new crafting skills in own hobby business
The course has presented me with a new challenge.
Keira Walker
Keira learns IT and sustainability skills as well as creative ones on DCG course.
It was great so I enrolled on the one-year level 1 course and will move on to level 2.
Chloe Manchester
DCG creative course helps Chloe find her unique voice
My art is about creativity and wellbeing.
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Important:
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Funding availability can vary depending on:
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- The course you choose
- Government and local funding rules at the time of enrolment
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Course Information Last Updated On: June 10, 2026 3:33 pm
