Free Level 1 Construction Course: Carpentry and Joinery in Beverley. Classes run at Flemingate Centre. This full-time daytime carpentry and joinery course runs over approximately 12 months. You'll cover the core skills and knowledge that form the foundation of carpentry and joinery work in construction. The course is a City and Guilds Level 1 carpentry and joinery qualification, giving you a recognised starting point for a career in the trade.
Who this course is for
School leavers
Entry requirements
https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll learn how to use carpentry and joinery hand tools and power tools safely.
You'll develop skills in measuring, marking out, and cutting timber accurately.
You'll practise basic jointing and fixing techniques used in construction.
You'll understand health and safety requirements on construction sites.
You'll learn how to work with timber-based materials and components.
You'll build an understanding of the construction industry and the role of a carpenter.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and workshop setting at Flemingate Centre. Assessment is based on practical tasks and skills demonstrations, with tutor observation of your work. There may also be short written or knowledge-based assessments to confirm your understanding of key topics.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Flemingate Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter's labourer: support skilled carpenters on site while you train.
Construction operative: general site work across trades.
Joinery workshop assistant: assist with timber fabrication and fitting.
Maintenance operative: basic repair and fitting work in housing or facilities.
Apprentice carpenter: combine paid work with further carpentry training.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step toward skilled carpenter status and a CSCS card for site work.
Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery: if you want to specialise in workshop-based joinery and fitted furniture.
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship: combine on-the-job training with a Level 2 qualification and earn while you learn.
