Level 2 Technical Certificate in Site Carpentry
This course provides the opportunity to gain valuable work experience alongside your course.
You will study flooring and roofing, frames, partitions and stairs as well as carpentry maintenance.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
The course will start in September and will take one year to complete.
This course will take place at our STEM Centre Campus, Pocket Nook Street, St Helens, WA9 1TT.
What will I study?
During this course, you will cover the following:
- Carrying out first fixing operations
- Carrying out maintenance to non-structural carpentry work
- Carrying out second fixing operations
- Carrying out structural carcassing operations
- Health, safety and welfare in construction and associated industries
- Preparing and using carpentry and joinery portable power tools
- Understanding construction technology
- Understanding information, quantities and communication with others
In addition to this, you will have the opportunity to gain some work experience within the construction industry.
How is it assessed?
During this course, you'll be assessed through an end of year exam and practical synoptic exercise.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
You should have successfully completed a level 1 Carpentry and Joinery qualification or have achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths.
What are the course fees?
If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2024), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation. For more information, please visit our dedicated Financial Support page.
What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?
Upon successful completion of this course, you could enhance your skills and knowledge by undertaking the level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Site Carpentry.
Are you
ready to apply?
Simply fill in our online form here.
However, if you still have questions in relation to this course and wish to receive further information, please submit your enquiry here.
