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Carpentry & Joinery Diploma Level 1 (LF)

at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma35 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of the course is to develop the basic employment skills, practical skills and knowledge required in order to become a competent and employable carpenter. It�s about preparing you to meet the needs of employers and preparing you to work in the industry. The course consists of practical and theoretical elements, and both parts of the course need to be successfully completed to achieve this qualification. Employers will expect good attendance, good behaviour and good communication skills enabling you to interact with clients, work safely, use initiative as well as having carpentry and joinery skills. As the programme progresses, you will build upon your skills in preparation for the practical assessments and knowledge tests. The programme will prepare you for employment as a skilled crafts person. A large part of the programme is project based allowing you to acquire practical skills and job-related knowledge. As a college we will be reinforcing the values expected in industry to give you the skills to be successful in work and life.

What you need to get on

For this qualification applicants will need a 1 x grade 3 (or equivalent) and 1 x grade 2 (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Applicants who hold an entry programme i.e. city and guilds 6219 applications will be considered on an individual basis.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • Tamworth Campus

    Tamworth Campus Croft Street, Tamworth, B79 8AE

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  • Cannock Campus

    Cannock Campus The Green, Cannock, WS11 1UE

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Tamworth
  • 1 September 2026 · Cannock

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