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Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Newport

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 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 Newport. Classes run at Isle of Wight College, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll cover door hanging, kitchen fitting, basic roofing, and straight flight staircase construction. To join, you'll need a Level 1 Carpentry qualification; mature applicants with relevant hands-on experience may be considered for direct entry. This site carpentry qualification builds the practical skills carpenters use on construction sites every day.

Who this course is for

For those who wish to test their aspirations for working within the construction industry.

This course will introduce you to a range of construction trades. Site carpentry including: Door hanging, Kitchen fitting, Basic roofing, Straight flight of stairs

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold level 1 Carpentry qualification. Mature learners with appropriate experience may be considered for direct entry to level 2.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to hang doors correctly and fit door frames.
  • You'll learn kitchen fitting, including unit installation and finishing.
  • You'll develop basic roofing skills used on residential construction projects.
  • You'll construct a straight flight of stairs to industry standards.
  • You'll work with timber and carpentry tools safely and accurately.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements for site carpentry work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment, alongside classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and knowledge-based work. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out carpentry tasks to the standard set by City and Guilds. Your progress will be observed and recorded throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight 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 timber components and structural woodwork on site.
  • Kitchen fitter. Install kitchens in domestic and commercial properties.
  • Shopfitter. Fit out retail and commercial interiors using carpentry skills.
  • Maintenance carpenter. Handle repairs and installations in housing or facilities.
  • Self-employed carpenter. Take on domestic carpentry and joinery contracts.

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 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations. Broadens your skills across joinery and site carpentry at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. An option if you want to teach construction trades in the future.
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