Free Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. This full-time daytime course runs for one year, covering the core skills and knowledge that carpentry and joinery work demands. You'll study in a classroom setting, building practical and technical understanding from the ground up. Check the college website for the latest entry requirements; if you're unsure whether this level is right for you, an initial assessment will help confirm it. A strong starting point for anyone exploring a free carpentry and joinery course before moving into an apprenticeship or further study.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll learn to use and maintain carpentry and joinery hand tools safely.
You'll develop skills in measuring, marking out, and cutting timber accurately.
You'll practise basic jointing and fixing techniques used in carpentry work.
You'll understand the properties of timber and common building materials.
You'll follow health and safety procedures relevant to construction environments.
You'll produce simple carpentry components to a given specification.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based assignments. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out carpentry and joinery tasks to a set standard. The Sheffield College will confirm the full assessment details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter starts here, with further training.
Joiner: workshop-based role making doors, frames, and fitted units.
Construction labourer: entry-level site work while building further skills.
Maintenance operative: carrying out repairs and joinery tasks in buildings.
Shopfitter: installing fixtures and fittings in retail and commercial spaces.
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 a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship (Level 2): earn while you learn, combining on-the-job training with a recognised carpentry and joinery qualification.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry: for those aiming at a fully qualified carpenter role on larger construction projects.
