This apprenticeship is ideal for those who want a career as a Carpenter and Joiner on construction sites or in domestic and commercial premises.
You will learn first and second fix carpentry, structural carcassing, health and safety, and the moving, handling, set up and use of cutting machinery.
- Entry Criteria
English and Maths GCSE 3 or above or a Level 1 Functional Skills or above. You will also need to be working towards Level 2 after initial assessments and diagnostics in these subjects.
In order to apply for an apprenticeship you need to have an employer and apprenticeship job ready to go.You need to have paid employment in a Carpentry setting for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
If you don't have an employer or apprenticeship job then you'll need to find one first. If you need any advice and guidance about your options then you can contact our admissions team by calling us on 01582 569569 or dropping in to speak to us on campus.
- What will I study?
You will study:
- Carry out first fixing work, including the installation of timber frames and linings, coverings, flat roof decking, the installation of straight flights of stairs and erect timber stud partitions. The installation of handrails and spindles to straight flights of stairs
- Carry out second fixing work including the installation of service encasement, cladding, wall and floor units and fitments, side hung doors, ironmongery and timber mouldings.
- Carry out timber stud partition work
- Erect trussed rafter roofs, construct gables, verge and eaves
- Install floor joists and coverings
- Future Prospects
Advance onto Level 3 Site Carpentry or progress straight into Industry.
