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C&G Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry

at Truro and Penwith College, Truro · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Students will learn the principles of constructing buildings and the types of information used in building design and construction, as well as health, safety, and environmental issues faced on construction sites. Truro and Penwith College has excellent working environments where students learn and develop practical skills. This course is designed to prepare students to be work ready, creating a real world carpentry experience with the latest professional tools and equipment to make study as close to a working environment as possible. The course is delivered by passionate lecturers with many years experience in the trade. The lecturers are well equipped to advise and deliver students onto the career pathway they desire; completion of a Site Carpentry Diploma can open doors to many other routes within the construction profession. Supervisory skills such as planning, organising and pricing work will be covered along with practical skills specific to site carpentry including first fix and second fix tasks.

What you need to get on

Students will require a Grade 2 GCSE in English and Maths, a keen interest in construction and a good work ethic. Students must be able to work alone, as part of a team and demonstrate commitment to the course.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Truro
  • 1 September 2026 · Penzance

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