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Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery

at The Windsor Forest Colleges Group, Berkshire · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma35 weeksFull time£1,575

What the college says

This one year course is for candidates who want to learn, develop and practise the skill required for employment and/or career progression into the carpentry and joinery trade. The carpentry and joinery topics covered are: Health, safety and welfare in construction, where an online exam will ensure that candidate knowledge can be applied. Principles of building construction information and communication, where knowledge is tested by an online exam. Maintenance and use of carpentry and joinery hand tools, where practical assessment is classroom based and theory has a formal in-class test. Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools, where practical assessment is classroom based and theory has a formal in-class test. Produce woodworking joints where practical assessment is classroom based and theory has a formal in-class test.

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above with at least a grade 3 in maths or English. Alternatively, a BTEC Level 1 in Construction can be accepted. Learners must have the ability to demonstrate some level of practical skill. A recent school report should also be brought to the interview to demonstrate the student's typical attendance levels, behaviour and predicted grades.

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

  • Slough and Langley College

    Station Road Langley, Slough, SL3 8BY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Slough

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