Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Sunderland. Classes run at Sunderland College City Campus. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the tools, materials, and techniques used on construction sites. The course runs for 340 hours and includes practical workshops alongside expert-led sessions. You'll work with construction drawings, learn how to use hand and power tools safely, and build hands-on experience in carpentry tasks. To enrol, you'll need two GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
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 4-9 including Maths and English. Or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll use hand tools and power tools correctly and safely.
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
You'll work with a range of building materials used in site carpentry.
You'll carry out first and second fix carpentry tasks.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to construction sites.
You'll understand the principles behind structural and finishing carpentry work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshops in the college's construction facilities, combined with expert-led classroom sessions. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate your carpentry skills, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. Your progress is assessed against the City and Guilds Technical Certificate standard throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sunderland College City Campus 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 doors, frames, and structural timber on site.
First fix carpenter: install structural elements before plastering.
Second fix carpenter: fit skirting, architrave, and internal joinery.
Maintenance carpenter: carry out repairs and upkeep in buildings.
Self-employed carpenter: take on private contracts and renovation work.
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 greater site responsibility.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Site Carpentry (City and Guilds): deepens technical knowledge for those moving into supervisory or specialist roles.
Carpentry Apprenticeship (Level 3): combine work and study to gain on-the-job experience while earning.
