Carpentry C&G Level 3 Diploma
Course level: 3
Course code: CP0061
07/09/2026
Is this course right for me?
This course is now at capacity for September 2026 and therefore applications are currently closed.
If you’ve successfully completed a Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery qualification, this advanced course will help you develop the technical knowledge, practical expertise, and professional skills expected of a skilled site carpenter.
Through a combination of workshop-based learning and theory sessions, you’ll further develop your abilities in first and second fix carpentry, including flooring, roofing, stairs, doors, and mouldings. You’ll also gain experience in setting up and using fixed and transportable machinery, develop an understanding of construction management principles, and strengthen your knowledge of health and safety within the construction industry.
As part of the course, you’ll continue to develop your maths, English, communication, and problem-solving skills, helping you become a well-rounded construction professional ready for the workplace.
The Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry is a nationally recognised qualification that is highly valued by employers across the construction industry. On successful completion, you can progress into employment, an apprenticeship, or continue your studies with a HE qualification.
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Course details
Entry Requirements:
For external applicants:
To access this course, you are required to:
- Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery
- Demonstrate how you have previously had good attendance and punctuality and a good attitude to learning
Applications from adults without the necessary qualifications, but with relevant industry/work experience, will be considered on an individual basis.
For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:
- Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
- Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
- Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
- Show a consistently positive attitude to 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?
Your progress will be continually assessed and you will be provided with detailed feedback in order to help you to develop your skills. Your progress will be evaluated through a combination of practical assessments, job related multiple choice assessments at the end of each unit and external tests that are on-line computer based examinations To gain the diploma you must be successful in achieving all units and passing the synoptic practical test.
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.
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