Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Ashington. Classes run at Northumberland College Ashington Campus. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the tools, materials, and construction drawings used in professional carpentry work. Practical workshops give you hands-on experience in the tasks carpenters carry out on site. The course runs to 340 hours. You'll need two GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including Maths and English, or a relevant Level 2 qualification to get started.
Who this course is for
Unlock the potential of a skilled trade that combines creativity with craftsmanship in our Level 2 Site Carpentry. This programme is meticulously designed to equip you with thel skills and knowledge essential for a career in carpentry. Through practical workshops and expert-led tutorials, you'll learn how to master the use of essential tools, understand building materials, and execute construction drawings with precision. You'll also gain hands-on experience in real-world carpentry tasks, from framing to finishing. Whether you aspire to work on construction sites or wish to pursue further specialisation, this course offers the robust training needed to excel. Join a community of passionate craftsmen and craftswomen who are shaping the future of construction with every timber cut and nail driven. Your journey to professional excellence in carpentry starts here, where your passion for building can truly flourish.
Entry requirements
You will need 2 GCSE's at grade 3-9 including Maths and English. Or a relevant L2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll use hand tools and power tools safely and accurately.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll work with a range of building materials used in site carpentry.
You'll install floor systems, stud partitions, and timber frames.
You'll fit door frames, window frames, and associated ironmongery.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites.
You'll carry out first and second fix carpentry tasks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshops and expert-led tutorials in a classroom and workshop setting. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate carpentry skills directly, with knowledge-based assessments that test your understanding of materials, tools, and construction methods. Your work is assessed against City and Guilds standards throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland College Ashington Campus 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: cutting and shaping timber components off-site.
Shopfitter: fitting interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in housing or facilities.
Construction operative: broader site work alongside carpentry skills.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, and the natural next step after Level 2.
Level 3 Advanced Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship: combine on-the-job training with further study while earning a wage.
CSCS Card: once you hold the Level 3 NVQ, you can apply for a skilled-worker card, which most UK construction sites require.
