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Level 2 Site Carpentry Course at Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus, full-time during the day. You'll build on Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery skills, developing advanced techniques in cutting, shaping, and assembling timber components for roofing, stairs, and other structures in domestic and commercial settings. Much of your time is spent in the workshop, developing hands-on craft skills. The course runs for 34 weeks. This free site carpentry course for adults leads to the City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry with certificate.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Joinery course is an ideal next step for individuals who are passionate about woodworking and eager to enhance their existing skills in this trade. Building on foundational knowledge, you'll master advanced techniques in cutting, shaping, and assembling wood to create components including roofing and stairs for both domestic and commercial buildings.

With a strong focus on practical experience, you'll spend extensive time in the workshop, honing your craftmanship and learning to u

Entry requirements

Completion of Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery along with minimum 2 GCSEs grade 1 or above, ideally in Maths or English or Entry 3 qualifications along with interview prior to enrolment.

What you will learn

  • You'll cut, shape, and assemble timber components to a professional standard.
  • You'll work on roofing structures, including setting out and fitting roof timbers.
  • You'll construct and fit staircases for domestic and commercial buildings.
  • You'll use a range of hand tools and power tools safely and accurately.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to carpentry and construction sites.
  • You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • You'll work to industry standards for quality and finish.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshop sessions at Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus, with classroom-based teaching supporting your technical knowledge. Assessment is through practical tasks and assignments that reflect real site carpentry work. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out carpentry operations to the required standard, covering both the practical and underpinning knowledge elements of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stoke-on-Trent College Burslem Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter: work on housing, commercial builds, and fit-out projects.
  • Site joiner: cut and assemble timber components on construction sites.
  • First fix carpenter: install structural timber work including roofs and floors.
  • Second fix carpenter: fit doors, skirting, staircases, and architraves.
  • Shopfitter: install interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
  • Maintenance carpenter: carry out repairs and upkeep in buildings and facilities.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the next step if you want to qualify for a CSCS skilled-worker card and take on more complex site work.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Site Joinery): broadens your skills into joinery at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry is a step toward becoming a fully qualified carpenter recognised across the construction industry.
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