Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations (Intermediate)

Summary: This work based course develops the skills and knowledge needed for a wide range of careers, including site carpentry and bench joinery.








Course description: All training on this course is delivered either in the workplace or at college, on a day release basis.
This course develops the skills and knowledge needed to be an effective employee in the construction industry. It is recommended for employees who work within a constructive role and who want to further their career and gain a qualification through a flexible combination of training and assessment in the workplace.
In this course, learning is based around how a variety of construction services function and the wide variety of opportunities and career pathways in this sector.
This apprenticeship is ideal for developing skills and knowledge whilst working within the fast-paced world of construction. This qualification offers the unique opportunity to earn and learn in this sector. Real work experience, which is personalised to student's aspirations and interests, is integrated into the programme.
The apprenticeship programme is built up of a framework consisting of:

Construction Skills Awards Level 2 NVQ in Wood Occupations

Construction Awards Alliance NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) - Site Carpentry

Key Skills in Communication Level 2 and Application of Number Level 2
Additional measurable benefits include better team performance, productivity targets met or exceeded, quicker response time and reduced error rates.









Entry requirements: There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Apprentices who took their GCSEs more than five years ago and did not gain a C grade or above may need to take a literacy and numeracy test. Applicants will also be subject to a pre-enrolment interview.
Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16, whether they have just left school or have been working for years. As an apprenticeship is a work based qualification, applicants should either have an employer who has agreed to support them, or be seeking an apprenticeship position through our vacancies list. Once you have secured a position with an employer your training can begin.









Objective: Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes designed around the needs of employers, which lead to nationally recognised qualifications.









Assessment: Training and assessments are delivered at both the college and the workplace with learners being required to spend 1 day a week on campus. Assessment is via a variety of methods, including case studies, assignments, practical assessments and projects.









Academic progression: Successful students may progress to a level 3 qualification or Advanced Apprenticeship.









Career progression: Career or academic progression may include continuation, development or promotion at work or within this sector and progression into higher education.









Costs: Training on the Apprenticeships programme is currently funded for apprentices aged 16 - 18 years at the time of enrolment.  An employer contribution is required for those aged either 19+ or who have a level 4 or higher qualification.