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Carpentry and Joinery (Level 1 City & Guilds Diploma) — Full-time

Course outline

This course is perfect if you’re looking to get a better understanding of the trade and want to gain some valuable skills that will help set you up as a professional carpenter and/or joiner.

You’ll learn about the many construction materials used in this trade and the building methods used to create a range of products including stairs, doors and roofs. You’ll gain experience using both manual and power tools, work off mobile towers and ladders and learn all about planning projects in a construction setting.

You can expect tutors to guide you through the different units and build your understanding of the carpentry and joinery industry.

How to apply for this course

Apply online to start in 2024/25.

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Location Date
664 Nuthall Road
Basford
Nottingham
NG8 6AQ

Start: Monday 2nd September 2024

Course code: C000141 / Q000851

Qualification

Level 1 City & Guilds Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Duration

1 year

Level Level 1
Entry requirements

You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 1-3, including English at grade 2 and Maths at grade 2. Alternatively, a relevant Entry 3 vocational qualification would be considered.

Teaching & assessment

You’ll complete multiple choice assessments and practical assignments.

Progression

Choose to follow with further study at college on a Level 2 Site Carpentry course or move onto another construction trade, or perhaps move into an Apprenticeship with a construction employer.

Additional information

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are aged 19 or over you may still be eligible for funding. Check out our Financial Help pages to find out more!

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.