Free Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Lowestoft. Classes run at Lowestoft Campus, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds carpentry and joinery qualification covers the core practical and technical skills you need to work in the trade. At 600 hours, it's a substantial full-time commitment that gives you a solid grounding in carpentry and joinery. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Carpentry L1 Dip E&T (EQZ00AAAL1 26/27LA) is based in the Carpentry department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen CG as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in cutting, shaping, and joining timber.
You'll learn how to use hand tools and power tools safely.
You'll understand the properties of different wood types and materials.
You'll practise measuring, marking out, and setting out work accurately.
You'll learn about health and safety on construction sites.
You'll develop knowledge of basic carpentry and joinery techniques used in the industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the workshop alongside classroom sessions. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that test your skills and knowledge. Classes are delivered in person at Lowestoft Campus during the day. Entry requirements are available on request from the centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter starts here.
Joiner: workshop-based role making doors, frames, and staircases.
Construction labourer: entry-level site work supporting trades.
Shopfitter: fitting out retail and commercial interiors.
Maintenance operative: general repairs and upkeep in buildings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery: the natural next step, taking your skills further and moving toward skilled-worker level.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery: the qualification carpenters typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and higher-paid site roles.
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship: combine on-the-job training with a qualification while earning a wage.
