Free Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Pershore. Classes run at Pershore College, full-time during the day. You'll cover both practical skills and underpinning theory across the carpentry and joinery qualification. Maths and English are built into the course; if you already hold these at GCSE grade 4 or above, you won't need to study them again. Alongside your main training, you'll take part in community projects and charity work. The course runs for one year.
Who this course is for
You will study both practical and theory units. This course is ideal for those looking to gain employment in the carpentry and joinery industry. Please note: maths and English are an integral part of this course. However if you already hold these qualifications at grade 4 or above then you will be exempt from studying for these qualifications.Learners will engage in additional extra curricular activities such as charity projects, community events and working with local schools. The national Skillbuild competition is an annual intercollege competition which learners from WCG have gained first place in the regional heats for the last 2 years and then gone on to the national finals. Learners will also have opportunity to take part in course relevant trips, such as, the Construction Show at the NEC. Learners will attend site visits throughout the year to gain industry insight. Guest speakers are a regular part of enriching the course content, for instance, professionals from Bosch and Makita come in and provide power tool training to all learners.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical carpentry and joinery skills using hand and power tools.
You'll learn how to mark out, cut, and shape timber accurately.
You'll study the properties of timber and timber-based materials.
You'll learn safe working practices on construction sites.
You'll understand how to fix and install basic carpentry components.
You'll apply underpinning theory to practical tasks in the workshop.
You'll develop maths and English skills relevant to the trade (unless already exempt).
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of hands-on workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment covers both practical tasks and written or knowledge-based work. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out carpentry and joinery tasks to a set standard, as well as your understanding of the subject. Maths and English are assessed as part of the programme unless you are already exempt.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Pershore College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter's labourer: support skilled carpenters on site while building experience.
Joinery workshop assistant: help produce doors, frames, and fitted furniture.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic carpentry repairs in housing or facilities.
Construction site operative: entry-level site work with a carpentry focus.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step for those working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and employment as a carpenter on site.
Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery: focuses on workshop-based joinery, making doors, windows, and staircases.
Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combine paid work with further training at Level 2 or Level 3.
