Free Level 3 Site Carpentry (Construction) Course in Wellingborough. Classes run at Tresham College Wellingborough Campus, full-time during the day. This one-year course covers the skills and knowledge carpenters need on site, from first and second fix work to setting out and structural work. It's a strong route into the trade for anyone ready to commit to full-time study. The NOCN Level 3 site carpentry (construction) qualification you earn is recognised by employers across the construction industry.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll develop first fix carpentry skills, including timber framing and floor construction.
You'll learn second fix techniques such as fitting doors, skirting, and architraves.
You'll practise setting out and marking up for structural and finishing work.
You'll understand construction drawings and how to interpret them on site.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to carpentry and construction sites.
You'll work with a range of hand tools and power tools used in site carpentry.
You'll build knowledge of materials, fixings, and their correct use in construction.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at Tresham College Wellingborough Campus. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate carpentry skills, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments. You'll be assessed against the requirements of the NOCN Diploma in Site Carpentry (Construction) throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Wellingborough 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.
First fix carpenter: structural timber work including frameworks and floors.
Second fix carpenter: fitting doors, staircases, skirting, and joinery.
Shopfitter: interior fitting work in commercial premises.
Site joiner: joinery and finishing work across construction projects.
Self-employed carpenter: running your own carpentry business.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the on-the-job NVQ that supports a CSCS Skilled Worker card, often completed alongside employment.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Site Joinery): if you want to specialise in joinery work.
HNC in Construction and the Built Environment: a higher-level route into site management or construction technology roles.
