Free Level 2 Carpentry Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, full-time during the day. Over 44 weeks, you'll work in workshop settings learning to measure, cut, shape, and assemble timber. You'll cover health and safety, tool use and maintenance, door hanging, skirting boards, joists, and stud partitions. This level 2 carpentry qualification is a solid starting point for work or an apprenticeship in the construction trade.
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 apply health and safety practices in workshop and construction environments.
You'll use, care for, and maintain hand and power tools.
You'll measure, cut, and shape timber accurately.
You'll hang doors and fix skirting boards and architrave.
You'll set out joists and build stud partitions.
You'll understand how timber structures are constructed and why methods are used in the trade.
You'll develop teamwork and problem-solving skills valued in construction.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in workshop settings, using tools and timber to complete real carpentry tasks. Assessment is based on practical skills and knowledge demonstrated throughout the course. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out carpentry tasks to a professional standard, covering both the how and the why behind each technique.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter after completing this course
Joiner: workshop-based timber fitting and joinery work
Construction operative: entry-level site work across the building trade
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in residential or commercial properties
Shopfitter: fitting out retail and commercial interiors using timber skills
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, and the natural next step after Level 2.
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a recognised trade qualification.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you later want to teach construction skills.
