Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Ellesmere Port. Classes run at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though government funding may be available if you don't already hold a full Level 3. You'll need to have completed a Level 2 in Site Carpentry before starting. This City and Guilds site carpentry qualification covers advanced carpentry techniques across 442 hours of study. You'll develop the skills carpenters need to work on construction sites at a higher level.
Who this course is for
"Site Carpentry Diploma - Level 3 - C&G is suitable for school leavers."
Entry requirements
"You will need to have completed a Level 2 in Site Carpentry."
What you will learn
You'll install first and second fix carpentry components to a professional standard.
You'll work with timber frames, floors, and roof structures.
You'll fit doors, windows, and associated ironmongery.
You'll interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll apply health and safety practices relevant to carpentry on site.
You'll use and maintain carpentry tools and equipment correctly.
You'll plan and organise your own work to meet site requirements.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop, alongside theory work. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks, knowledge tests, and on-site observation. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course. Your assessor will observe your work and check your understanding throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter. Site carpentry work on residential and commercial builds.
Joiner. Crafting and fitting timber components off-site.
Shopfitter. Installing interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
Site supervisor. Overseeing carpentry teams on construction projects.
Self-employed carpenter. Running your own carpentry business.
Maintenance carpenter. Repair and upkeep work in housing or facilities.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry. An NVQ gained through on-site assessment is the route to a CSCS Skilled Worker card, which most employers require for site work.
Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Construction. A step toward site management or quantity surveying roles.
Carpentry apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines paid work with structured training if you want to earn while you develop your skills further.
