Cowley’s Devon builders are always nurturing bright, young workers who are interested in learning the trade. Having served the local community for many long years, we understand how important it is to invest in the next generation of talented builders in Exeter. After all, it is the best way to ensure that Cowley’s builders are able to serve the Devon area for many more years to come!
It’s for that reason that we invest in every team member’s professional development through structured qualifications and hands-on mentoring, helping them earn recognised certifications and keep up to date with all the Devon building legislation they need to work safely and effectively. This helps them to progress in their chosen trade, whether it be bathroom fitters Exeter, property conversions or Exeter landscaping projects
In this case, our apprentice Devon Builder, Joseph Vittles, completed his NOCN skills Level 2 NVA Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction), and everyone at the Cowley’s team would like to offer him a huge congratulations on his achievement!

The National Open College Network (NOCN) is a charity that aims to assist learners with reaching their potential in building and construction roles. Offering both regulated UK and international qualifications, assessments, access to higher education, and much more, they allow young workers like Joe who are new to the trade a great way to develop themselves and their skills through education.
With a passionate belief in the importance of education and the desire to see more people participating in apprenticeships, NOCN are an ideal company for Cowley’s to work with in providing qualifications. We too understand deeply the need to ensure that the next generation of Devon builders have all the skills and knowhow they need for the future. Both for themselves and to serve the Exeter and surrounding community as we have.
When one of our hard-working apprentices such as Joe manages to achieve a qualification they have been working towards, we can’t help but be proud to the point of shouting about it.
If you would like to learn more about apprenticeships at Cowley’s or are interested in any of the work provided by our Devon builders such as office refits or painting & decorating, please contact us on 01392 460 783 or by mail@cowleysexeter.co.uk and one of our team members will be happy to help.