Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery Course in Camden. Classes run at College of North West London Euston Campus, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-year route into the trade, running over 36 weeks. You'll study the core skills of carpentry and joinery, covering both practical techniques and underpinning knowledge. Entry requirements are assessed individually, so you don't need to meet a fixed prior qualification to apply.
Who this course is for
16-18 Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll learn how to use and maintain carpentry and joinery hand tools safely.
You'll develop skills in measuring, marking out, and cutting timber accurately.
You'll practise basic jointing and fixing techniques used in carpentry work.
You'll learn how to work with timber-based sheet materials and components.
You'll understand health and safety requirements on construction sites.
You'll build knowledge of the materials, components, and fixings used in carpentry and joinery.
You'll learn how to interpret drawings and specifications relevant to carpentry tasks.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and workshop based, combining practical hands-on tasks with underpinning knowledge work. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical assignments and knowledge-based assessments. Your progress will be observed and recorded as you complete set tasks. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London Euston Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter's labourer: support skilled carpenters on site with materials and preparation.
Joinery workshop assistant: assist in producing doors, frames, and fitted furniture.
Construction operative: general site work while building toward a trade specialism.
Maintenance assistant: carry out basic repairs and joinery tasks in buildings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery: the natural next step, taking you deeper into the trade and toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations: an NVQ route that can support an apprenticeship or employment-based pathway.
Construction apprenticeship: combine work and study toward a recognised trade qualification at Level 2 or above.
