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Level 2 Site Carpentry Course at Chichester College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start22 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Chichester. Evening site carpentry classes run at Chichester College, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. No prior carpentry experience is required. You'll cover carpentry techniques, tools, and materials through a mix of theory and hands-on practical work. The course runs over one year, part-time. This is a City and Guilds Level 2 site carpentry qualification, and completing it is a step toward the Level 3 NVQ that carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card. City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry with certificate.

Who this course is for

Unlock your potential and gain practical skills with our Level 2 City and Guilds Carpentry course, designed specifically for adult learners eager to start or advance their career in the construction and woodworking industries. This hands-on course combines essential theory with practical experience, ensuring you gain a comprehensive understanding of carpentry techniques, tools, and materials.

Entry requirements

This Level 2 City and Guilds Carpentry course is open to adult learners (19 and over), who are passionate about starting or advancing their career in carpentry and construction. Whether you're looking to switch careers, enhance your existing skills, or build on personal DIY knowledge, this course is for you.

No prior carpentry experience is required, although a basic understanding of hand tools or DIY skills may be helpful.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to use and maintain a range of carpentry hand tools and power tools safely.
  • You'll practise cutting, shaping, and fixing timber components used in construction.
  • You'll understand the properties of timber and wood-based materials and how to select the right one for a job.
  • You'll learn how to set out and install first-fix carpentry, including floor joists, stud walls, and roof structures.
  • You'll cover second-fix carpentry, including door hanging, skirting, and architrave fitting.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites and workshops.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom and workshop based, combining theory sessions with practical carpentry tasks. You'll be assessed through practical assignments and skills tests that demonstrate your ability to carry out carpentry work to industry standards. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than in a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter. Site carpentry work on new-build and refurbishment projects.
  • Joiner. Workshop-based cutting and fitting of timber components.
  • Shopfitter. Installing interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
  • Maintenance carpenter. Repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities management.
  • Self-employed carpenter. Taking on domestic and small commercial jobs.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry. The qualification carpenters need to apply for a CSCS Gold skilled-worker card. A natural next step once you have Level 2.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to teach carpentry or construction skills to others.
  • CSCS Card. Not a qualification, but you'll need one to work on most UK construction sites. Your Level 2 Diploma supports your application for a CSCS card at the appropriate grade.
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