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Free Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Swadlincote

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Swadlincote. Classes run at Stephen Burke Academy, full-time during the day, over one year. This level 3 site carpentry qualification builds on Level 2 skills, taking you into advanced practical work: traditional cut roofs, stair flights with turns, double doors, ironmongery, curved and raking mouldings, and fixed and transportable machinery. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade C or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalents in English and maths), plus a successful interview and initial assessment. Entry also requires completion of a Level 2 site carpentry or bench joinery programme, or equivalent industry experience.

Who this course is for

This course offers two pathways (Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery) and builds on the practical skills and knowledge gained at Level 2, progressing to an advanced level. You will learn to carry out first fixing of a traditional cut roof, fixing of a flight of stairs with turns, installing double doors and ironmongery, installing curved and raking moulding, and how to set up and use fixed and transportable machinery.

Entry requirements

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (if this does not include English and maths these MUST be studied as part of the Level 3 programme) or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths; successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Level 2 programme (progressing learners).

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out first fixing of a traditional cut roof.
  • You'll fix a flight of stairs with turns.
  • You'll install double doors and ironmongery.
  • You'll fit curved and raking mouldings.
  • You'll set up and use fixed and transportable machinery.
  • You'll apply extended power and hand tool techniques.
  • You'll plan and cost construction work.
  • You'll follow health and safety requirements on site.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop environment at Stephen Burke Academy, alongside classroom study of underpinning principles. Assessment covers practical tasks produced to an industrial standard, including first and second fix operations. You'll also complete work covering planning, costing, and health and safety. Enrichment opportunities and work experience form part of the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stephen Burke Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter. How to become a carpenter: this qualification is a direct route into skilled site work.
  • Site joiner. Fitting complex joinery on construction projects.
  • Roof carpenter. Specialising in traditional cut and trussed roof structures.
  • Staircase fitter. Installing stairs and balustrades in residential and commercial builds.
  • First and second fix carpenter. Carrying out the full range of carpentry on new builds.
  • Self-employed carpenter. Running your own carpentry business on site.

What you could study next

A Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry is the qualification carpenters typically need for a CSCS Skilled Worker card, which most UK construction sites require. If you want to move into site management, a Level 4 or 5 qualification in Construction Management or Site Supervision is a natural next step. Apprenticeships at Level 3 are another route if you want to earn while you train.

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