Free Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College. You'll spend most of your time in workshop sessions, learning to measure, cut, shape, and assemble timber using the tools and techniques used on site. The course covers door hanging, fixing skirting boards, building stud walls, and working safely with tools and materials. You'll also gain an understanding of how buildings are constructed. This is a full-time daytime carpentry and joinery course running over 96 weeks.
Who this course is for
Begin your career in the Construction industry and get a trade under your belt.
What you will learn
You'll measure, cut, and shape timber accurately using hand and power tools.
You'll hang doors and fit door frames to industry standards.
You'll fix skirting boards, architraves, and other first and second fix components.
You'll build stud partition walls.
You'll use and maintain tools safely and correctly.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites.
You'll develop an understanding of how buildings are constructed and why tasks are done in a specific order.
How you will learn
Learning is hands-on and workshop-based. You'll practise practical tasks in Canterbury College's workshops under tutor guidance. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that demonstrate your skills and knowledge. You'll also have opportunities to take part in work placements and site visits, giving you direct exposure to the construction industry.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Canterbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter in new build or refurbishment work.
Joiner: workshop-based joinery, making doors, frames, and staircases.
Site carpenter: first and second fix work on construction sites.
Shopfitter: fitting out retail and commercial interiors.
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities management.
Bench joiner: precision timber work in a joinery workshop.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Architectural Joinery: the next step for carpenters working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and higher-level site roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery: broadens your technical knowledge and opens doors to supervisory or specialist work.
Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combine on-site work with structured training and earn while you learn.
