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Site Carpentry Level 2

at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Site carpentry and joinery focus on the installation of the joinery components, and on the setting out and fabrication of timber elements used in construction This course provides a general understanding of theory and develops the practical skills needed to work as a carpenter or joiner. This includes hanging doors, fixing architrave and skirting, constructing kitchen and bathroom units and setting out and fixing roofs You will study the following mandatory units: -Health, safety and welfare in construction -Principles of building construction, information and communication -Carry out first fix flooring and roofing -Carry out first fix frames, partitions and stairs -Carry out second fixing operations -Carry out carpentry maintenance -Set up and operate a circular saw -You will complete 60 hours of work placement which will give you valuable work place experience. -A full tutorial programme to improve your employability skills and support you through your course. You can see the course specifications by clicking on the link below; http://www.cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/construction/construction/6706-carpentry-and-joinery#tab=information&acc=level2 Successful completion of this Level 2 study programme could lead to progressing to the Level 3 apprenticeship. No formal qualifications? Or did you just miss out on a GCSE Maths or English C grade? Don't worry, we offer free qualifications in maths and English to those who have no formal qualifications and wa

What you need to get on

Completion of Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

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

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Barnsley

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