Free Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Cannock

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Cannock. Classes run at South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery, plus Grade 4 GCSE (or equivalent) in maths and English to join. The course runs for 35 weeks, combining practical training with theoretical learning. You'll build the skills employers look for in a qualified carpenter, covering both hands-on workshop work and underpinning knowledge.

Who this course is for

Are you ready to shape your future in carpentry? Our course is designed to give you the essential skills, hands-on experience, and knowledge you need to become a top-notch carpenter.

This engaging programme is crafted to meet the needs of employers and the industry. You'll get a mix of practical training and theoretical learning, ensuring you get a well-rounded education. To earn your qualification, you'll need to do well in both parts. Employers look for great attendance, professional behaviour, and strong communication skills�qualities we focus on throughout the course. You'll learn to work safely, take initiative, and show off your carpentry and joinery skills.

As you move forward, you'll build on your skills through practical assessments and knowledge tests, getting you ready to step confidently into the workforce as a skilled craftsperson. Our project-based approach lets you develop real-world skills and industry-specific knowledge. At our college, we instil the values and standards expected in the carpentry field, giving you the tools to succeed in both your career and life.

Join us and start building a future where your craftsmanship shines!

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a level 2 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery and Grade 4 GCSE (or equivalent) in maths and English

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced timber framing and first-fix carpentry techniques.
  • You'll learn how to install doors, frames, and linings to a professional standard.
  • You'll practise second-fix carpentry, including skirting, architrave, and staircase components.
  • You'll apply health and safety regulations relevant to construction sites.
  • You'll interpret and work from technical drawings and specifications.
  • You'll understand the properties of timber and manufactured boards used in site carpentry.
  • You'll demonstrate the professional behaviours and attendance standards employers expect.

How you will learn

Learning is split between practical workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. You'll be assessed on both elements, and you need to pass each to earn the qualification. Assessment includes practical tasks completed to industry standards and written or knowledge-based assessments. Strong attendance is required throughout the 35-week programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Staffordshire College Cannock 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.
  • Joiner. Workshop-based timber fabrication and fitting.
  • Shopfitter. Installing interiors in retail and commercial spaces.
  • Site supervisor. Overseeing carpentry teams on construction projects.
  • Self-employed carpenter. Running your own carpentry business.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry. The NVQ route is recognised for a CSCS Skilled Worker card, which most construction sites require.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Site Joinery). Broadens your skills into joinery if you want to work across both trades.
  • HNC in Construction and the Built Environment. A step toward site management or quantity surveying roles.

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