Diploma in Construction Skills - Carpentry and Joinery

Course Overview

These qualifications provide the practical and technical skills needed to become a craftsperson, this is college based course which gives you real life hands on experience needed to successful work in the construction industry. You will learn the hand skills needed to become a joiner, use power tools and equipment which will enable you to choose a career in either site or bench joinery.

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications are needed but Maths & English would be advantageous.

Learning Methods

Throughout the length of the course you will learn about the Construction industry in a number of ways which include practical workshop sessions, online learning and theory sessions where you will learn about all the aspects of construction crafts.

Assessment Methods

These qualifications are assessed by trade competent staff you will be observed in practical situations demonstrating your competence of the trade. Technical knowledge and theory will be assessed orally, with written questions or by means of knowledge assignments. These technical courses also have online exams on health and safety and construction technology.

Progression Opportunities

After successful completion of the course you could progress onto a Construction Diploma level 2 qualification, apprenticeship or employment in your chosen career path.

Career Opportunities

Studying this course can open up opportunities to work within the construction sector.

Can I receive any financial support whilst I am studying?

The College provides a range of financial support to assist learners undertaking a programme of study. The support is designed to help learners with the greatest financial needs and is subject to specific eligibility criteria being met. For further information on the eligibility criteria, please contact the college on 01207 585 900.

Learning Support

Learning support is available for anyone who has a disability or learning difficulty and are tailored to individual support requirements.

Please speak to your course tutor if you feel you would benefit from an assessment or for further information please contact the college on 01207 585 900.

Fees and Course Costs

Full Time provision for 16-18 year olds is FREE.

Learners aged 19+ studying their first Level 3, the course fee is FREE.

Learners aged 19+ studying a second Level 3 qualification and learners aged 24+ studying at Level 3 can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to fund course fees. You can discuss this further at your college interview.

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