Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 Diploma

Get the broad knowledge, understanding and skills training you need to become qualified in site carpentry with the Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 Diploma.
With its combination of practical activities and fundamental theory, you can start your journey towards a carpentry career in the construction industry.

You will cover subjects such as handling and storing resources, work relationships, providing working platforms, preparation, maintenance and use of woodworking power tools and basic wood jointing techniques. You learn functional skills too (English and maths).
You are assessed on your practical work and job knowledge.
The course blends practical workshop skills and activities with underpinning knowledge that is delivered in the classroom. There is an active Moodle site so you can view further information and link to interactive activities outside of lessons.

You will develop and build practical skills and knowledge through a range of units. Functional skills also form part of the course.

Applicants for a Level 2 programme will normally have:
- at least four GCSEs at grade D or above and/or a completed Level 1 award
- GCSEs to include English and maths at Grade D or above or Level 1 functional skills qualifications
- the willingness to study for an additional qualification in English and/or maths
- if you are interested in a Level 2 programme and have alternative qualifications you would like us to consider please contact us with your details.

Applicants will be invited to attend an interview and complete an internal assessment.

This course will prepare you for employment as a work-based learner/apprentice in carpentry and joinery or for further study at level 2

All students will have their literacy and numeracy needs supported within the programme.