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Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Darlington

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, full-time during the day, over 34 weeks. You'll work with timber, read technical drawings, and learn to cut, measure, and mark wood accurately by hand and machine. Entry requires the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery; there is no direct entry through GCSEs. An interview at the college is part of the application process. Carpenters are in strong demand across construction, and this site carpentry qualification gives you the practical skills to work on site.

Who this course is for

Working in construction as a joiner involves: Learning the uses of different types and grades wood and choosing the right one for the job Understanding technical drawings and how their work will fit within the building Cutting wood on machines or by hand, measuring and marking it according to the design. Qualified joiners are in high demand across the country and valuable woodworking skills are a reliable and satisfying way to make a living. If you are interested in becoming a Joiner or Carpenter or working in associated trades, this course will provide you with the next steps required to develop a wider range of practical skills in all aspects of bricklaying

Entry requirements

You will need the Level 1 Diploma in carpentry and joinery. There is no direct entry through GCSEs.

You will be required to attend an interview at the college for all courses and Apprenticeships and we will request a school or college report

What you will learn

  • You'll identify different types and grades of timber and select the right material for each job.
  • You'll read and interpret technical drawings to understand how your work fits within a building.
  • You'll measure, mark, and cut timber accurately using hand tools and machines.
  • You'll form and assemble first and second fix carpentry components.
  • You'll work safely, following construction site health and safety requirements.
  • You'll use and maintain carpentry tools and equipment correctly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the workshop alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate your carpentry skills, with knowledge-based assessments covering materials, tools, and technical understanding. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to show what you can do.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter: site carpentry work on new builds and refurbishments.
  • Joiner: workshop-based timber fabrication and fitting.
  • First fix carpenter: structural timber work, floors, and stud walls.
  • Second fix carpenter: doors, skirting, architrave, and staircase fitting.
  • Shopfitter: fitting out commercial interiors using timber and boards.
  • Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step for carpenters aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
  • Level 2 Site Carpentry Apprenticeship: combine on-site work with structured training and earn while you learn.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you later want to teach carpentry skills to others.
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