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Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Harlow

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Harlow College for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Harlow. Classes run at Harlow College, full-time during the day. This is a hands-on carpentry and joinery course. Most of your time is spent on practical tasks, with e-learning through iPads and other technology used alongside. The course covers health and safety, principles of building construction, and information and communication. It runs for one year. You'll be assessed through practical phase tests and multiple-choice exams.

Who this course is for

This is a practical carpentry course where we embed as much of the knowledge as possible into the hands-on tasks. This minimises the amount of time spent in the classroom. We use a range of delivery methods, mainly practical, with a large proportion of E-Learning through IPads and other technologies.

There are excellent progression routes to apprenticeships with a large number of our full-time students moving onto apprenticeships during their course based on our recommendations. Skilled trades people are currently in high demand across the country. There are approximately 3 million people working in construction making it one of the biggest industries in the country and covers 10% of the total job market. The qualification we offer is globally recognised and sought after in the industry.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety principles in a construction environment.
  • You'll learn the principles of building construction.
  • You'll use information and communication skills relevant to the trade.
  • You'll practise core carpentry and joinery techniques through hands-on tasks.
  • You'll use e-learning tools to build your underpinning knowledge.

How you will learn

Most of your learning is practical. You'll work through hands-on tasks in the workshop, with e-learning through iPads and other technology used to support your knowledge. Assessment is through practical phase tests and multiple-choice exams.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to purchase a pair of safety boots and basic stationery. All tools and other resources are provided by Harlow College.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter: how to become a carpenter starts with this level 1 carpentry and joinery qualification.
  • Joiner: workshop-based role making doors, frames, and fitted units.
  • Construction labourer: entry-level site work while building trade skills.
  • Apprentice carpenter: many students move into apprenticeships directly from this course.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery: the natural next step, taking your skills further on site and in the workshop.
  • Level 2 Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combine paid work with structured training. Harlow College notes that many full-time students move into apprenticeships during the course.
  • Level 2 qualifications in other construction trades: if you want to explore a different direction within the industry.
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