Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery, Level 1

Are you someone who wants to leave a lasting legacy and make a practical difference in people's lives? Do you have an eye for detail, a passion for learning, and an interest in the field of construction? If so, we recommend considering our carpentry and joinery course.

In this carpentry and joinery course, you will gain a solid foundation in the basics of carpentry, including the handling of materials, tools, and equipment. This is a 1-year introduction to the construction industry, featuring essential core units such as, health and safety, construction industry and construction principles and then specialist carpentry units to give you the skills to complete the job.

If you have successfully gained GCSE 9-4 in English and maths, you can combine study of Level 1 carpentry and joinery with attending the Football Academy.

Please note that this course is an introduction only, and progression is essential to gain semi-skilled and skilled status.

Qualification

Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Study overview

This Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery is designed to help you gain a comprehensive understanding of carpentry and joinery by covering a range of topics and units. These units will equip you with the necessary skills that employers look for when hiring individuals in this industry. The units studied are:

Health and safety in construction
The construction industry
Environmental awareness and sustainability in construction
Handle, move, and store resources
Erect and dismantle access equipment or working platforms
Personal well-being in construction
Construction principles
Skills for carpentry and joinery
Further skills for carpentry and joinery

Eligibility

All applicants will be assessed to ensure they are enrolled on the relevant level of course to meet their individual learning needs. Applicants may need to complete an English and Maths assessment.
Commitment to working in the Construction Industry and if already a Chelmsford College learner, successful completion of current course and meeting College expectations regarding attendance and attitude.

Assessment

Online exams and practical assessments

Fees and funding

Free for under 19

Work wear and protective equipment approximately £35

This includes:

2 polo shirts

1 hoodies

Work boots - approximately £24 or you can provide your own

Optional - pair of trousers (costing and additional £15)

16-18

Employability

Upon completion of this course, you could progress on to

Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry full time

Career opportunities may include employment in the construction industry, or you could undertake an apprenticeship in Site Carpentry.

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