The construction sector is booming in the UK, and now is the perfect time to prepare for a career in the trades.
This course will teach you key processes and practical skills for site carpentry. You will get to work on a variety of projects, take on new challenges, and finesse your techniques in carpentry.
With state-of-the-art workshops and specialised tools, this course offers unique, real-world training not available in sixth form, preparing you for immediate work or further study in the carpentry field.
What you will learn
You will develop a broad understanding of carpentry and woodwork by learning new methods, practical skills, and processes.
Working in our fully equipped workshops, you will have a range of tools at hand and be taught how to use them under the guidance of expert lecturers. During this one-year course you will learn how to fit everything from skirting board and architrave through to hanging a door and assembling a roof.
The course will cover:
Construction health and safety
The construction industry
First and second fix carpentry operations
Preparing and using carpentry and joinery portable power tools
Undertaking a structural carcassing operation
At Gloucestershire College, we are also proud to work closely with local and national construction companies to give you valuable industry insights and placements.
Highlights
You can look forward to:
Working in industry-standard carpentry workshops
Access to professional tools and equipment
Learning from expert carpenters
Community-led projects, such as collaboration with local charities for valuable hands-on experience
Take part in projects to raise funds for extra-curricular trips and activities
Assessment
Assessments will be carried out by your lecturers throughout the course and your progress will be monitored and discussed with you. There will also be two exams.
Anything else?
You will be required to wear steel toe capped boots and appropriate clothing for practical sessions.
At Gloucestershire College we want students to develop their English and Maths skills so that they achieve their learning goals and future career aims. For this reason, all full-time students (16-18) who have not achieved grade 4 or above English language or maths GCSE will study these subjects as part of their course.
We also have student development sessions which will support you towards your future career plans. You will have time for CPD (Continuous Professional Development), and you will be expected to complete at least one week’s work experience. Our Employability Team will support you to find a placement.
A minimum of three GCSEs including maths grade C or 4 and above, English grade D or 3 and above, one other GCSE at grade D or 3 and above.
On completion you may gain work related employment or onto an apprenticeship in Site Carpentry.
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Construction is a key industry sector in Gloucestershire and now is the perfect time to train for a qualification in any of the industry areas we offer. Our construction courses are a great way to develop skills and build the foundation for a successful career in domestic and industrial construction.
We are the first UK college to buy a house as a renovation project for our construction and building services students, to further develop their skills and provide them with practical experience of working on-site with other trades, and it’s initiatives like this that ensure our students leave us employment-ready.
“The people I’ve met – especially my lecturer – are really easy to talk to. The facilities are wonderful and all in order; it’s very easy to pick out and find what you need. Carpentry is fun and enjoyable, and sets you up for the rest of your life. I feel really prepared for life after college and the skills I’ve learnt are useful in daily life.
“To someone thinking of applying to GC I would say that it’s absolutely brilliant and somewhere you can learn lots and achieve a high grade. I’m working on sites at the moment so I get to travel and do renovations and house builds, which I want to continue after college.”
Ben Mason
Level 2 – Carpentry – Gloucester Campus
“Prior to starting my apprenticeship, I worked in plumbing and removals, but was ready for a career change. I’ve learnt many new skills in my apprenticeship, including fitting door linings, hanging doors and measuring and fitting kitchens.
The college side of my training has been very useful for when I’m working on site and my assessor has been helpful when showing me skills on a one-to-one basis.
An apprenticeship was the best route for me and I hope to become a self-employed carpenter once I complete my training”
Harry Taylor
Bench Joinery Apprentice at Pickering and Spencer
“The course gave me a great overview of the construction industry, which is exactly what I needed to progress in my career. I wanted a change and this equipped me with the knowledge and skills I required in order to do that. I now work as in Administration Manager in family run Construction business and I really enjoy it.
“The lecturers were very supportive and the knowledge they have is immeasurable. They have lots of experience in the industry. I very much enjoyed the variety in modules too, it allowed us to be creative and practically use what we had learnt.
“I made some great friends here, it was a very inclusive atmosphere.
“I would do it all again, it was such a brilliant experience. I would advise anyone thinking of applying to GC to not be afraid and make the jump!”
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