Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations

Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations
Apprenticeship Information

Prospectus Code (AT11) Tiverton
Length of Study
The course duration is usually two years and upon successful completion the Apprentice will qualify as a Site Carpenter or Bench Joiner.

Entry Requirements
Cost
Training is paid for by the Government for Apprentices aged 16 to 18 years old. Employer contributions are payable for trainees ages 19 or over.

The Programme
The Wood Occupations Apprenticeship allows the student to specialise in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery. There is a strong emphasis on developing good hand skills, using a wide range of hand and power tools.
The apprenticeship is a combination of training at college and experience gained as an employee in the workplace.

The Programme Content
At college you will be trained in Site Carpentry and Bench Joinery techniques to complete the Construction Diploma in Wood Occupations at Level 2. This entails working through a series of practical models in our workshops and theory units delivered in the classroom.
On site you will cover the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Wood Occupations Level 2, by completing a portfolio of practical evidence with your employer and supported by college assessors.
The framework will include the Health & Safety Certificate & Employment Rights and Responsibilities Certificate.
There are additional qualifications which must be achieved as part of the apprenticeship package: Employer Rights & Responsibilities and the CSCS test in Health & Safety.

Progression / Careers
You may progress on to the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship, NVQ3 Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery, Diploma Level 3 in Site or Bench, Management Qualifications or a Foundation Degree.

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Page updated: 6th August 2009