Carpentry and Joinery Construction Diploma - Level 2

Carpentry and Joinery Construction Diploma - Level 2 Overview

The Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Construction Diploma acts as a stepping stone towards gaining a full NVQ at Level 2, but without the required work experience elements.

All related job knowledge is taught and, with additional industrial experience, a full NVQ Level 2 certificate can be achieved.

Entry requirements

• Trade experience
• A relevant foundation construction award or:
• Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Construction Diploma

You will need to attend an interview with the tutor before being accepted on to the course. You may also need to supply at least one written reference from a teacher or employer (in some cases two) and/or your current school or college report.

Mature students (those aged 21 or over) who do not have the qualifications required for entry may still be eligible, subject to an interview. Relevant experience, a strong portfolio of work and a commitment to the subject you wish to study may be acceptable for certain courses.

Start dates and fees

The table below shows you when the course starts. You may be charged a fee for your course depending on your age and circumstances.

Start DateDurationCodeAnnual Fee (Age)Actions 16-18over 19 Sep 20161 yr(s)1575A1059Free£400.00*Apply online

*Course fees shown are for guidance only and are the fees charged for courses running this year. Fees for courses starting in September 2016 will be confirmed in spring 2016.

How long is the course?

One year.

Location

• Construction Centre

How will I be assessed?

• Practical assessment
• Theory tests
• Online test
• Health and safety test.

What will I study?

The course consists of two pathways: site carpentry or bench joinery. The units of the course will differ depending on the pathway you choose, examples include:

• Building methods and construction technology
• Circular rip saw maintenance and repairs
• Storing materials and equipment.

Study programmes

It is an entry requirement for some courses to have gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths (see entry requirements). If the entry requirements to a course do not require A*-C in these subjects, and you haven’t already gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths before joining us, you will continue to study English and maths as part of your programme and take appropriate qualifications in these subjects with the aim of achieving A* to C grade. In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, every student aged under 19 and studying a full-time course at college will take part in our study programmes alongside their main subject qualification. Find out more.

What can I go on to study?

• Level 3 Construction Diploma (normally after gaining relevant employment)
• Upgrade to the NVQ Level 2 with work-based evidence

How do I apply? Apply online