Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Barnsley College Honeywell Campus. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery to join. The course runs full-time over one year, building the practical and theoretical skills needed to work as a carpenter. You'll cover hanging doors, fixing architrave and skirting, constructing kitchen and bathroom units, and setting out and fixing roofs. This City and Guilds level 2 site carpentry qualification covers health, safety and welfare alongside core joinery techniques.

Who this course is for

Site carpentry and joinery focus on the installation of the joinery components, and on the setting out and fabrication of timber elements used in construction

This course provides a general understanding of theory and develops the practical skills needed to work as a carpenter or joiner. This includes hanging doors, fixing architrave and skirting, constructing kitchen and bathroom units and setting out and fixing roofs You will study the following mandatory units: -Health, safety and welfare in construction -Principles of building construction, information and communication -Carry out first fix flooring and roofing -Carry out first fix frames, partitions and stairs -Carry out second fixing operations -Carry out carpentry maintenance -Set up and operate a circular saw -You will complete 60 hours of work placement which will give you valuable work place experience. -A full tutorial programme to improve your employability skills and support you through your course.

You can see the course specifications by clicking on the link below;

http://www.cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/construction/construction/6706-carpentry-and-joinery#tab=information&acc=level2 Successful completion of this Level 2 study programme could lead to progressing to the Level 3 apprenticeship. No formal qualifications? Or did you just miss out on a GCSE Maths or English C grade? Don't worry, we offer free qualifications in maths and English to those who have no formal qualifications and want to begin to achieve some. These are flexible courses offered on various days and evenings, aimed at people of any age or ability.

Entry requirements

Completion of Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to hang doors and fix architrave and skirting boards.
  • You'll practise constructing kitchen and bathroom units.
  • You'll develop skills in setting out and fixing roofs.
  • You'll study the installation of joinery components used in construction.
  • You'll learn how to set out and fabricate timber elements.
  • You'll cover health, safety and welfare requirements for construction sites.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment covers both the knowledge and practical skills required by the City and Guilds specification. You'll be assessed on mandatory units including health, safety and welfare, alongside the core carpentry and joinery tasks covered during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College Honeywell Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter: site work on new builds and refurbishments.
  • Joiner: workshop fabrication and installation of timber components.
  • Shopfitter: fitting out commercial interiors.
  • Maintenance carpenter: repairs and installations in housing or facilities.
  • Kitchen and bathroom fitter: unit construction and installation.
  • Roofing carpenter: cutting and fixing roof structures.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, and the next step toward working independently on site.
  • Level 2 Site Carpentry Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training if you move into employment.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Wood Occupations: broader progression into advanced joinery and shopfitting.

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