Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Eastleigh College, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. This site carpentry qualification covers the core skills carpenters use on construction sites, from setting out and first fixing to second fixing and joinery work. To join, you'll need a relevant Level 1 qualification at merit or distinction, plus GCSE English and maths at grades 4 to 9 (or equivalent). The course is designed for learners aged 16 to 18, or up to 24 with an EHCP. NOCN Level 2 Extended Diploma in Site Carpentry with certificate.
Who this course is for
Full time learners who are 16-18 years old
Entry requirements
Relevant Level 1 qualification and a positive progress towards GCSE English and maths.This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in setting out and preparing for carpentry work on site.
You'll learn first fixing techniques, including floor laying, stud partitioning, and structural carcassing.
You'll practise second fixing, covering skirting boards, door frames, and architraves.
You'll work with a range of hand tools and power tools safely and accurately.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll understand the properties and uses of timber and timber-based materials.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in workshops alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate carpentry skills directly, with written or knowledge-based assessments covering underpinning theory. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to show your competence across the units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Eastleigh College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: work on residential and commercial construction sites.
Site joiner: fit doors, frames, and internal fixtures on site.
First fix carpenter: focus on structural and carcassing work.
Second fix carpenter: specialise in finishing and internal joinery.
Maintenance carpenter: carry out repairs and upkeep in buildings.
Shopfitter: install interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step for carpenters aiming for a CSCS Skilled Worker card and senior site roles.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations: broadens your skills across joinery and site carpentry at a higher level.
Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combine work and study to gain on-the-job experience alongside a recognised qualification.
