Free Level 2 Carpenters and Joiners Course in Newham. Classes run at Building Crafts College. You'll start with an initial assessment and interview to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers traditional joinery techniques alongside modern power tools and woodworking machines. You'll make joinery products including frames, cabinets, windows, doors, and stairs, and work through theory covering construction methods, timber, and jointing. This is a full-time daytime carpenters and joiners qualification that runs over two years.
Who this course is for
This Level 2 qualification is for learners aged 16 and above who want to continue
their education and develop their knowledge / competencies and understanding of their role in Carpentry /Architectural Joinery.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment and interview with tutors.
What you will learn
You'll form traditional joints using hand tools and technical drawings.
You'll operate woodworking machines and portable power tools to a professional standard.
You'll make and assemble joinery products such as frames, cabinets, windows, doors, and stairs.
You'll complete theory workbooks covering construction methods, timber types, and jointing techniques.
You'll develop setting-out skills using industry-standard technical drawings.
You'll build practical skills from entry level, with Level 1 content integrated into the syllabus.
How you will learn
Learning is workshop and classroom based. You'll complete practical pieces, module tests, and an end test, alongside written study packs covering theory. Assessment combines hands-on joinery work with written workbooks. No prior woodworking qualifications are needed. You'll have an initial assessment and interview with tutors before starting, so the course can be planned around your current level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Building Crafts College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bench joiner: making windows, doors, stairs, and fitted furniture in a workshop.
Site carpenter: fixing and fitting timber components on construction sites.
Architectural joiner: producing high-specification joinery for commercial and residential projects.
Shopfitter: installing interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
Kitchen fitter: measuring, cutting, and installing fitted kitchens.
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in housing, schools, or facilities.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery: the next step for carpenters and joiners who want to qualify for a CSCS skilled-worker card and take on more complex work.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery: deepens technical knowledge for those moving into supervisory or specialist roles.
Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) in Construction: for those considering a move into construction management or design.
