Free Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at City of Portsmouth College North Harbour Campus, part-time during the day. You'll need to have completed the Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery before joining. The course builds on that foundation, covering first fix and second fix operations, roofing, stairs, double doors, mouldings, and the use of fixed and transportable machinery. It typically takes one year to complete. A free site carpentry course for adults looking to deepen their trade skills.
Who this course is for
It allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Site Carpentry.
It covers the following skills:
Carry out first fix flooring and roofing
Carry out second fixing operations
Carry out first fix roofing and stairs
Carry out second fixing double doors and mouldings
Set up and use fixed and transportable machinery
Entry requirements
You will need to have achieved the L2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery before being able to join this programme. You will also have to undertake the College Initial Assessment and all results will be discussed at interview stage.
What you will learn
You'll carry out first fix flooring and roofing work.
You'll carry out first fix roofing and stairs.
You'll carry out second fixing operations.
You'll fit second fix double doors and mouldings.
You'll set up and use fixed and transportable machinery safely.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop environment at the college. Assessment is based on the skills and knowledge you demonstrate across the units, covering both practical tasks and underpinning knowledge. Your results from the initial assessment and interview will be used to confirm the course is the right level for you before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Portsmouth College North Harbour 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.
First fix carpenter: structural framing, flooring, and roofing.
Second fix carpenter: doors, stairs, mouldings, and finishing work.
Site joiner: fitting and installing timber components on site.
Maintenance carpenter: repairs and installations in facilities or housing.
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.
Apprenticeship (Advanced Carpentry and Joinery): combine paid work with structured training at Level 3.
