Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day, over 43 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this level 2 site carpentry qualification is the right fit, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course covers the practical and technical skills carpenters use on site, from first fix to second fix work. It's a City and Guilds level 2 site carpentry course, so the certificate carries weight with employers in the construction industry.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set out and install timber frames and structures.
You'll develop skills in first fix carpentry, including floor joists, stud walls, and roof timbers.
You'll practise second fix carpentry, including door hanging, skirting, and architrave fitting.
You'll learn to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
You'll understand health and safety requirements on construction sites.
You'll use and maintain carpentry hand tools and power tools correctly.
You'll learn how to work safely at height and handle materials on site.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and workshop environment. Assessment combines practical tasks, where you demonstrate carpentry skills directly, with knowledge-based assessments that test your understanding of materials, methods, and site safety. Your work is assessed against City and Guilds standards throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter. Work on residential and commercial construction sites.
Site joiner. Install timber components and structural woodwork.
First fix carpenter. Frame walls, floors, and roof structures.
Second fix carpenter. Fit doors, skirting, stairs, and joinery.
Maintenance carpenter. Repair and replace timber fixtures in buildings.
Self-employed carpenter. Take on domestic and small commercial jobs.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry. The next step for carpenters aiming for a CSCS skilled-worker card and senior site roles.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry. If you want to build on this qualification with a work-based NVQ to evidence on-site competence.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. For experienced carpenters who want to move into teaching or training roles.
