Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 1

This course is for anyone who wishes to enter the construction industry in their chosen craft. It has been specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions, and the test(s) are based on what you can do as an individual through the completion of all the requirements of the qualification.

There are no formal requirements for the diploma but an interest in the construction industry would be essential.

General core units;

Unit 101/501 Principles of building construction, information and communication

Unit 201/601 Health, safety and welfare in construction

• Occupation specific units;

Unit 113 Maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools

Unit 114 Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools

Unit 115 Produce woodworking joints

• Practical assessments
• Online/paper-based testing of knowledge
• Functional Skills in maths and English are also integrated into the course
• Study programme

You will learn through a variety of methods including: classroom teaching / craft workshop activities / library and learning resource centre work / information technology activities / tutorials / directed work with other students/ directed study in the learning centre.

Upon completion of the level 1 course you could progress onto the level 2 Diploma or you could apply for an apprenticeship.

• There is a fee of £20.00 to cover the cost of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use during practical sessions.
• The course may also involve you in personal financial expenditure as follows:
• Purchase stationery
• Purchase of consumable materials