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Level 1 in Carpentry & Joinery

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This programme has been designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge you need to successfully start your career within the Carpentry & Joinery industry. With teaching and instruction from specialist staff you will gain knowledge and learn a wide variety of practical skills in the area of: - Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and associated industries - Knowledge of technical information, quantities and communication with others - Knowledge of construction technology - Produce woodworking joints - Maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools - Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools Health and safety is of paramount importance in all areas of the construction industry, and this will be reinforced throughout the course. Vocational core skills of English and Maths will be embedding in the programme along with specialist delivery to enable learners to reach GCSE grade C or equivalent standards to meet industry requirements. In addition to the specialist skills described above, we will help you to develop a range of wider skills that will make you into a well-rounded professional who will be highly valued by employers and universities. During tutorials we will develop your Employability skills, Personal Learning, Social and Community skills, together with your Specialist skills and qualification will give you a distinct advantage when it is time for you to progress to employment or further and higher education. Skills you can gain include

What you need to get on

To access this course you will need GCSEs at grade 2 or above in Maths and English, general education and a keen interest in Carpentry & Joinery.

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

  • Huntingdon Campus

    California Road, Huntingdon, PE29 1BL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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