Carpentry & Joinery (Vocational)

Outline

Our Carpentry and Joinery programme is designed across Levels 1 and 2, enabling progression through increasing levels of skill and responsibility. You will:

Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

• Learn the principles of health, safety, and welfare in construction

• Develop basic hand skills in carpentry and joinery

• Produce woodworking joints and use hand tools safely and effectively

• Carry out basic tasks in both site carpentry and bench joinery

Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

• Interpret and work from construction drawings and technical information

• Learn to use and maintain a wide range of hand and power tools

• Carry out first and second fix carpentry, including flooring, roofing, door hanging, and skirting installation

• Develop skills in bench joinery, producing components such as frames, doors, and staircases with accuracy

• Apply constructional techniques and quality standards expected in the industry

This course is widely recognised as a strong entry route into the construction sector, providing learners with the skills to work as a trainee carpenter or joiner.

Progression

Completing your diploma at City Skills opens a variety of pathways depending on your level of study and career ambitions:

• After Level 1: Progress to a Level 2 course in Carpentry and Joinery, where you will further develop your practical skills and technical knowledge.

• After Level 2: Pathways will include a route into a professional construction course or an apprenticeship. Carpentry and Joinery is an excellent foundation for moving into an apprenticeship, where you can gain valuable workplace experience while earning a wage.

At Salford City College Group we offer a wide range of Construction Apprenticeships, giving you the opportunity to specialise and build your career in the construction industry.

Entry Requirements

At City Skills, we want to give all learners the opportunity to succeed. Entry onto our Carpentry and Joinery courses depends on your prior qualifications, experience, and potential, with the following routes available:

Level 1 Vocational Courses

• Students are required to have 4 GCSEs at grade 1–9 (or equivalent qualifications).

• A genuine interest in practical trade skills and commitment to working in the construction sector is expected.

• Applicants will also be invited to a college interview to assess suitability and discuss aspirations.

Level 2 Vocational Courses

• Students typically progress from the Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery course, building on their foundation knowledge and skills.

• Some students may qualify for direct enrolment onto Level 2 courses. Eligibility will be determined by teachers during the enrolment process. Applicants must achieve an average G-Score of 4 across their GCSE profile. Attendance at a college interview is compulsory to confirm suitability for the course.

*Fees

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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* Subject to Eligibility