Entry Requirements:

To access this course you are required to:

Have a Level 2 diploma in site carpentry

Have shown good attendance on your last course and a positive attitude towards teaching and learning

What will I learn?

During this course you will learn:

• Health, Safety and welfare in construction
• Principles of organising, planning and pricing construction work
• First and second fix
• English and maths (if required)

What skills will I gain?

By studying this course you will:

• Understand aspects of management
• First fix flooring, roofing and stairs
• Second fix Operations, Double doors and mouldings
• Set up and use fixed and transportable machinery
• Understand health and safety and how it is applied in the construction industry
• Improve your Maths and English skills

How will I be assessed?

You will be continually assessed throughout the programme. There are a small number of formal exams to sit during the year and a number of practical assessments that you have to pass as you progress with your practical knowledge.

What can I do next?

With a Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry, you can look for employment, either as an apprentice or a full-time position. If you wanted to progress your learning, you could apply for a Level 4 HNC in Construction and the Built Environment.