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Site Carpentry Diploma Level 2 (LE2) (LF) (FCFJ)

at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma35 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

Successful completion of a level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery And Grade 3 GCSE (or equivalent) in maths and English

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

  • Cannock Campus

    Cannock Campus The Green, Cannock, WS11 1UE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • TORC Professional and Technical Centre

    Silver Link Road Glascote Heath, Tamworth, B77 2HJ

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Start dates

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

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