Free Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough TEC. This full-time daytime carpentry and joinery qualification gives you the practical and technical foundations of the trade. You'll study for around 298 days, covering core skills that employers in construction look for. The course suits those starting out and wanting to work toward a career as a carpenter. A free carpentry and joinery course for adults and school leavers alike, it's a solid first step into the industry.
Who this course is for
School leavers
Entry requirements
https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll develop core hand and power tool skills used in carpentry and joinery work.
You'll learn how to measure, mark out, and cut timber accurately.
You'll practise joining and fixing techniques used in site and bench carpentry.
You'll understand the properties of timber and timber-based materials.
You'll learn how to work safely and follow health and safety requirements on site.
You'll gain an introduction to reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching and practical workshop sessions at Scarborough TEC. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks, assignments, and 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 underpinning theory.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough TEC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter's labourer: support skilled carpenters on construction sites.
Joinery workshop assistant: help produce doors, frames, and fitted units.
Construction operative: general site work while building trade skills.
Maintenance operative: carry out basic repairs and fitting tasks.
Shopfitter's assistant: support fitting out of retail and commercial spaces.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step for those working toward a career as a carpenter, covering more advanced site-based skills.
Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery: focuses on workshop-based joinery, producing doors, windows, and staircases.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
