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Carpentry & Joinery Diploma

at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull timePart time

What the college says

This Level 2 one-year qualification is for you if you are looking to start a career in the construction sector and learn a trade as a carpenter. There are separate classes for 16-18 year olds and for adults. Our construction centres are the perfect place for you to develop your skills and knowledge of the profession. You will benefit from fully equipped workshops with industry standard equipment, and tutors, who have a wealth of industry experience, to help you get to grips with this fast-paced industry. You can focus on either carpentry or bench joinery.

What you need to get on

You'll need to have completed the Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery at Level 1 if you are 16-18. If you are aged 19+ then you will go direct onto a Level 2. If you have not achieved your maths and English to GCSE Grade 4, you will study for these alongside this 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?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Longbridge Campus

    South and City College Birmingham 1 Longbridge Lane, Northfield, B31 2AJ

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  • Technology Centre

    Fordrough Lane Bordesley Green, Birmingham, B9 5NA

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Northfield
  • 7 September 2026 · Birmingham
  • 7 September 2026 · Northfield

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