Level 2 Technical Certificate in Site Carpentry

All materials are provided as well as tools, equipment and PPE. We recommend that you provide your own steel-capped footwear for use in the workshop.

Having successfully developed basic hand tool skills through completing the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery this programme is designed to give you an understanding of Site Carpentry as a specialism within these trades. These specialist skills will improve your employability prospects with a Site Carpentry company and you will be working on the same course subjects as those on an Apprenticeship programme. 

Level 1 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery.

You will learn and develop the skills required for employment and career progression in Site Carpentry. We will cover topics related to quantities, communications and construction technology, and offer training in all areas of site carpentry in our purpose-built facility at the London Road Campus. This one-year course will build on the skills and techniques learnt at Level 1.

• Carry out first fix flooring and roofing
• Carry out first fix frames, partitions, and stairs
• Carry out second fixing operations
• Carry out carpentry maintenance
• Set up and operate a circular saw
• The principles of construction, information, and communication

Students will be required to attend Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2) depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.  

Assessments consist of an online theory exam at the end of May and a synoptic practical assignment in June.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the option to progress to the T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction (T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning For Construction: Surveying and Design for Construction (scg.ac.uk)), or an apprenticeship in Site Carpentry (www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships).

Students have the opportunity of entering local, national, and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition

You will be expected to partake in work placements, usually two days a week and industry-related.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk