Carpentry Level 1

Practical and theory training to give you basic knowledge of:  

• Health and Safety
• Marking and Setting Out
• Produce Wood Working Joints
• Produce Carpentry Products
• Employability Skills (Interview Techniques, CV Writing, Employer Workshops, Maths and English)
• Work experience
• Community projects                                      

You be required to complete 30 hours' work experience

There will also be an oportunity for students to achieve extra units for a higher level pass if desired 

Minimum English and Maths GCSE Grade 2-3.  Depending on grades on entry the study programme will include GCSE or Functional Skills in Maths and English. You will also need to bring a copy of your latest school report to the interview.

You will be assessed through practical assignments and projects and online multiple choice exams

You will be expected to complete 30 hours' of Work Based Experience activities.

Students should be able to progress onto a Level 2 full-time course or an Apprenticeship and our experienced staff will work closely with you to help you succeed

On completion you should have the confidence to gain employment as a labourer within the industry whilst continuing your studies to become fully-qualified

All prices are subject to change

You will be required to have steel toe capped boots and basic stationery

You will be taught using a variety of workshop activities, lectures, group activities, self-study, employer visits and directed study. The facilities in Construction are purpose built and all practical jobs are designed to make the candidate job ready!

The skills and qualities needed to succeed on this course include:

An interest in Construction

Awarding Body:
NOCN

Curriculum Area:
Construction - Construction Skills