Level 2 Award in Creative Craft: Crafting and Upcycling

This course is suitable for confident crafters interested in developing their crafting skills further through upcycling.

• Level 1 or equivalent maths and English skills
• A confident level of crafting skills/experience
• An interest in creative craft and a willingness to work independently and in groups.
   

• Researching a range of craft ideas
• Selecting suitable recycled materials for different projects
• Assessing a variety of crafting materials and tools
• Developing craft ideas and techniques
• Maintaining health and safety in the crafting environment
• Learning how to live more sustainably through upcycling
• Completing a creative project

You will learn via group practical sessions and some independent study.

Basic materials will be provided. You may wish to bring in your own materials to enhance 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.

There is no formal assessment. However, you will have a personal learning plan and will develop a portfolio of work for assessment.

You could consider a Level 3 qualification in Art and Design for adults or the Level 3 Certificate in Creative Craft. 

For more information, contact Sue Long on 01332 387465 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk