Level 3 Site Carpentry Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day over 35 weeks. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed standard before you apply. You'll build on practical carpentry skills, covering structural work such as roof trusses, joisted floors, and stud-work partitioning. Facilities are set up to reflect site conditions, and tutors come from industry backgrounds. Salaries for qualified carpenters range from around £17,000 at entry level to £40,000 for highly skilled workers.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
4 - 5 GCSEs (grades 4 - 5), including English (and maths if required) (flexibility may apply), OR Level 2 qualification, An interview may be required; we’ll be in touch after you apply to invite you to an interview if needed, Alternative entry via relevant experience may be acceptable,
What you will learn
You'll construct roof structures, including cut roofs and trussed rafters
You'll install first and second fix carpentry, including floors, frames, and partitions
You'll read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
You'll work safely on site, applying health and safety regulations
You'll select and use appropriate tools, materials, and fixings for each task
You'll complete work to professional trade standards and tolerances
You'll understand the relationship between site carpentry and other construction trades
How you will learn
Learning is hands-on and classroom-based. You'll develop practical skills in the college's carpentry workshops alongside underpinning trade knowledge. Assessment includes practical tasks completed to professional standards, as well as knowledge-based assessments. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Carpenter: how to become a carpenter on residential or commercial sites
Site Joiner: working with structural timber on construction projects
Roof Carpenter: specialising in cut roofs and trussed rafter installation
First and Second Fix Carpenter: fitting frames, floors, doors, and skirting
Self-employed Carpenter: taking on domestic and commercial contracts independently
Construction Site Operative: broader site roles using carpentry skills
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry: the on-the-job NVQ that carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card, typically completed through an apprenticeship or employment.
Level 4 HNC in Construction and the Built Environment: if you want to move into site management or construction technology roles.
Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combines paid work with structured training toward full trade qualification.
