Are you ready to lay the foundation for a rewarding career in the construction industry? Our Level 2 Site Carpentry course is designed to give you the practical skills, technical knowledge, and confidence to excel in the world of carpentry. Whether your goal is further training or stepping straight into employment, this course provides everything you need to succeed.
This hands-on programme focuses on the essential skills needed for site carpentry, ensuring you are prepared for real-world challenges. Key areas of study include:
- Develop and practise the skills required for employment and career progression in site carpentry
- Take part in work experience to gain invaluable insights into real-world construction projects
- Study a balanced programme that includes employability training, ensuring you are well-prepared for future opportunities
- Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, ensuring your work is both professional and safe
By the end of this programme, you will have developed a well-rounded skill set in site carpentry, and employability skills needed to thrive in the construction industry.
Are you ready to shape your career and build your dreams, one project at a time? Let’s get started!
You should have:
- Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths at grade 3 or Functional Skills Level 1 qualifications
or - A relevant Level 1 course and Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.
At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.
Your assessments are designed to match what you have learned. All your work will be marked by your tutors, giving you a chance to show off your skills in real-world situations.
You will be graded on a scale of Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Unclassified. This grading system helps you see how well you are a doing and where you can improve.
You will build a portfolio of your coursework, showcasing your progress throughout the course. Plus, you will get hands-on experience through practical assignments and receive feedback from your tutors.
Some mandatory units may be assessed by external exams.
Provided you fulfil all of the criteria, this course allows you to progress to the following qualifications:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations
- Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry
Alternatively you may choose to seek employment in the construction industry. This qualification forms the technical certificate for the Construction Building Apprenticeship Framework.
Practical sessions will take place in a dedicated Carpentry Workshop and theory in a mixture of classroom/workshop and home study environments.
Topics covered can include:
- Carry out first fix flooring and roofing
- Carry out first fix frames, partitions and stairs
- Carry out second fixing operations
- Carry out carpentry maintenance
- Set up and operate a circular saw
School Leavers (16-18)
If you will be 16, 17 or 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts, and you have the legal right to live in the UK for the full length of your study programme, your course will be free.
You may also be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs â please click here for more information.
Adult Students (19+)
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August before your course starts, are resident in London, and have the legal right to stay in the UK for at least 12 months, you may be eligible to study for free, depending on your circumstances and chosen course. For more information, please click here.
You may also be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs â please click here.
You may be eligible for financial help to support with books, travel, course materials and childcare costs â please click here for more information.
