Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Malvern. Classes run full-time at Heart of Worcestershire College Malvern Campus. You'll need GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above to apply. The course takes one year and covers first and second fix carpentry, timber frame construction, installing doors and linings, and reading working drawings. You'll combine practical workshop sessions with classroom theory, and gain work experience visits to construction sites and trade shows. This is a City and Guilds level 2 site carpentry qualification that gives you the skills employers look for in a carpenter.
Who this course is for
Considering a career as a Carpenter? Our Technical Certificate in Site Carpentry, Level 2 will develop your knowledge and experience to become a qualified Carpenter. Throughout the courses student will have the opportunity to gain job related work experience and are taken to various trade shows and local construction sites
Entry requirements
GCSE English and maths as a Grade 4 and above as well as a desire to work in the industry
What you will learn
You'll install floor joists, roof components, and timber frames
You'll carry out first and second fix carpentry tasks to a high standard of finish
You'll fit doors, linings, and mouldings accurately
You'll use power tools safely and effectively
You'll read and interpret working drawings and specifications
You'll apply health and safety legislation on site
You'll understand structural principles of timber construction and materials
How you will learn
Learning combines practical work in a workshop with classroom-based theory sessions. Assessment includes practical assessments observed by your tutor, written or online knowledge tests, and a portfolio of evidence you build throughout the course. Your tutor will give regular feedback on your progress.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring stationery, steel toe-capped boots, a tape measure, and a scale rule. Heart of Worcestershire College Malvern Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter on residential and commercial sites
Site joiner: fitting structural and finishing timber on construction projects
First fix carpenter: working on frames, floors, and roof structures
Second fix carpenter: fitting doors, skirting, and internal joinery
Shopfitter: installing fixtures and fittings in retail and commercial spaces
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities management
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, allowing you to work on most UK construction sites as a recognised tradesperson.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery: deepens technical knowledge and prepares you for supervisory or specialist roles.
Apprenticeship (Advanced Carpentry and Joinery): combines paid work with structured training toward full trade status.
