About the course

This course is for learners looking to pursue a career in the Construction industry. The course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to support your progression into employment. This programme will provide you with the foundation knowledge and skills to underpin a career in the construction industry via the carpentry and joinery route. You will practice a wide range of practical disciplines, underpinned by supporting theory studies, with a focus on Health and Safety. You will be assessed by two external exams and several internally marked assessments linked to underpinning core subject knowledge. You will also carry out practical assessments in our excellent workshop facilities supported by our enthusiastic and knowledgeable tutors. This course will help support your progression to an Apprenticeship.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Three GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and Maths are essential or the successful completion of the Work Skills for Construction Programme.

Assessment

Students will be assessed on a range of practical skills with a practical end test. Additionally students will sit a range of modular exams linked to each of the theoretical elements of the programme.

Careers & Progression

On successful completion of this course you may progress to a Level 2 course or to an Apprenticeship in a trade related area. When you have completed your further studies other courses that are available include Level 3 Construction courses and University study. Careers that this course may lead to include a range of roles within the Construction industry, or to the of study professional qualifications that could lead to becoming a site-supervisor, or could lead to a career in construction management.

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