Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Chichester. Classes run at Chichester College, full-time during the day. You'll cover first and second fix carpentry, fitting frames, stairs and doors, cutting and fastening timber, and operating a circular saw. Health and safety, communication, and construction industry essentials are also included. The course takes one year. Entry requires GCSE Maths or English at grade 4 or above (grade 3 in the other), or equivalent. Your hand skills are assessed at induction to confirm Level 2 is the right starting point. City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry with certificate.
Who this course is for
You will learn how to fit frames stairs and doors in this exciting site carpentry course. This practical led and intensive course focusses on woodwork activities essential to working as a site carpenter. You will learn how to cut and fasten objects made of wood maintain and operate a circular saw and complete practical first fix and second fix tasks. We also cover the key topics of health and safety communication and working in the construction industry. Five highlights practically focused course with the majority of learning being practical Experienced lecturers with understanding and knowledge of the trade Practical projects have been completed for the College and the
Entry requirements
You need to have an interest in carpentry. GCSEs If you have not already studied a level one course you should have achieved GCSE (or equivalent) Maths or English with at least a grade 4 and grade 3 in the other. You will be assessed on your hand skills to determine if level 2 is the appropriate start to your pathway in carpentry as part of the induction process. If these skills need to be developed a pathway starting at level 1 will be in place. Admi
What you will learn
You'll fit frames, doors, and stairs to industry standards.
You'll cut and fasten timber using hand and power tools.
You'll operate and maintain a circular saw safely.
You'll carry out first fix carpentry tasks on site.
You'll carry out second fix carpentry tasks on site.
You'll apply health and safety practices in a construction environment.
You'll develop communication skills for working in the construction industry.
How you will learn
This is a practical, hands-on course with classroom-based sessions at Chichester College. You'll learn through workshop activities and practical tasks that reflect real site carpentry work. Assessment includes practical skills tests and written or knowledge-based tasks. Your hand skills are assessed during induction to confirm the right level for you.
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: first and second fix work on construction sites.
Site carpenter: framing, doors, and stairs for housebuilders.
Shopfitter: fitting interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and installations in housing or facilities.
Self-employed carpenter: taking on domestic and small commercial jobs.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card. The natural next step after Level 2.
Level 2 Site Carpentry is a step toward the Level 3 NVQ in Site Carpentry that carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card.
CSCS Green Card (Labourer): some learners work on site while progressing toward their skilled-worker card.
