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Carpentry & Joinery

We are one of the first college’s to offer the new T level in Onsite Construction – carpentry and joinery. Find out more about T levels.

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Carpentry and Joinery

Our carpentry/joinery courses are taught at levels 1, 2 and 3. This means that you can study with us whether you want to gain some basic carpentry skills or want to build on your existing knowledge and learn more advanced practical and theoretical aspects of carpentry and joinery. We teach basic skills in carpentry and joinery (such as health, safety and welfare in construction, basic hand tool skills) to constructing roofing models and complex bench joinery.

Learners often progress up through our courses before entering the workforce with their level 3 qualification. It is also possible to progress to level 4 or 5 (university level) Higher National Certificate/Diploma in building engineering services or construction.

Who are Leicester College’s carpentry and joinery courses for?

Our carpentry/joinery courses are suitable for both school leavers as well as adult learners that have some experience in the industry already. The appropriate level for you will be decided based on your prior qualifications, work experience and age. Many learners stay with us for two or more years to develop their skills to the required level for employment. If you are aged 16 to 18 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will continue to be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work as a site carpenter or bench joiner.

Further Information

Work experience will form an essential part of your course. You will be required to purchase personal protective equipment, a toolkit, technical drawing equipment and stationery. Site visits and trips to trade shows form part of the vocational enrichment of the course. All courses involve a mixture of practical and theoretical assessment. You will pass the course by demonstrating your skills both in exams as well as in your practical work.

Jake Piper

Jake Piper

Construction T level: Carpentry and Joinery

I chose this course as I’ve always had a passion for building and designing things. I am really enjoying this course. The flexibility is great and the amount of theory and practice is very good. After finishing this course, I am planning on getting an advanced apprenticeship with the company I am doing my work placement with. I would highly recommend T level courses as they are flexible and enjoyable.

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Construction Skills Diploma Level 1 (OSC Pathway) – C4558

Course Code: C4558

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

If you want to work in the construction industry but unsure as to what area of construction to specialise in, this course is the perfect opportunity for you to gain an introductory knowledge of various trades, allowing you the opportunity to get some experience in generic units such as bricklaying, carpentry, plastering and more.

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Performing Carpentry Joinery and Painting Decorating Operations Diploma Level 2 – C8090

Course Code: C8090

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This course is for you if you are interested in working on a construction site, but are not sure which area you want to work in. This level 2 qualification offers you the perfect opportunity to develop practical skills needed by some employers in the industry, whilst giving you a variety of trades to learn.

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Performing Plastering Drylining Operations Diploma level 2 – C8089

Course Code: C8089

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

The primary aim of this qualification is to help prepare you to progress into further learning and training to prepare you to work on a construction site.

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Performing Plastering Drylining Operations Diploma level 2 – C8089

Course Code: C8089

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

The primary aim of this qualification is to help prepare you to progress into further learning and training to prepare you to work on a construction site.

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Site Carpentry Diploma Level 2 – C7976

Course Code: C7976

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This course is designed to offer progression from the Construction Skills level 1 or equivalent and will allow you to further develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or a career as a site carpenter in the construction sector.

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T Level Onsite Construction – Carpentry and Joinery Specialism – C7262

Course Code: C7262

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 2 years
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Our T level in carpentry and joinery will allow you to carve a deeply satisfying career path that is a mix of hands on craftsmanship and learning how to use new technology as a carpenter. Alongside your learning at college, you will also participate in an industry placement in a relatable workplace to your course.

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Performing Carpentry Joinery and Painting Decorating Operations Diploma Level 2 – C8090

Course Code: C8090

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    16 hours per week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This course is for you if you are interested in working on a construction site, but are not sure which area you want to work in. This level 2 qualification offers you the perfect opportunity to develop practical skills needed by some employers in the industry, whilst giving you a variety of trades to learn.

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Site Carpentry Diploma Level 2 – C7976

Course Code: C7976

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

This course is designed to offer progression from the Construction Skills level 1 or equivalent and will allow you to further develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or a career as a site carpenter in the construction sector.

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Construction Skills Extended Certificate level 1 (Evenings) – C6287

Course Code: C6287

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 24 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Take the next steps into a career in construction with a course that covers various areas of the industry. From brickwork to painting, you will develop a wide skill set which can lead you to other construction courses. This is just the start of your pathway and our expert teaching staff will support you.

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