Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in St Albans. Evening site carpentry classes run at Oaklands College St Albans Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll cover safe working practices, reading construction information, calculating quantities, and communicating on site. The course runs over 35 weeks part-time. Entry requirements include a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including grade 4 in maths or English, plus a Level 1 qualification.
Who this course is for
This is a part time course covering one year. The level 2 Diploma site carpentry is available at the St Albans campus. This course is designed to give learners their first experiences and insight into site carpentry. The aim of the course is to put in place all the basic skills and knowledge that is required to become a good site carpenter. It consists of three core units: Know how to carry out safe working practices, Knowledge of information, quantities and communicating with others and Knowledge of building methods and construction technology. In addition you will study five trade units: First fixing operations, Second fixing, Erect structural carcassing, Carry out maintenance, set up & operate circular saw. All theory is practically assessed and supported with assignments. On completion of the practical work there is a 18 hour synoptic test to be passed.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 9 - 3 including a grade 4 in either maths or English and a Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to carry out safe working practices on site.
You'll understand how to read and interpret construction information.
You'll calculate quantities needed for carpentry tasks.
You'll develop skills in communicating with others on a construction project.
You'll build the practical knowledge required to work as a site carpenter.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classroom sessions at Oaklands College St Albans Campus. Learning is delivered through a mix of practical tasks and knowledge-based study. Assessment covers the three core units: safe working practices, information and quantities, and communication. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical observation and written or knowledge-based tasks as set out in the City and Guilds qualification requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oaklands College St Albans Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter on residential or commercial sites.
Site Joiner: fitting doors, frames, and timber structures on site.
First Fix Carpenter: installing structural timber work at the early build stage.
Second Fix Carpenter: fitting skirting, architraves, and internal joinery.
Maintenance Carpenter: repair and upkeep work in housing or facilities.
Self-employed Carpenter: running your own carpentry business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step for carpenters working toward a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach carpentry or construction skills to others.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations: broader qualification covering shopfitting and bench joinery alongside site work.
