Carpentry and Joinery

Diploma Level 1

Study mode Part time

Location Moulton

Level Level 1

Start date 15 September 2025

Duration 1 year

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Carpentry and Joinery students have access to an exciting range of specialist resources at the College.

Our state-of-the-art workshops are equipped with specialist tools and resources for a wide range of creative craft subjects. We are able to offer you the opportunity to develop your skill set to the highest level and prepare you for your future career.

Guided by our specialist staff and expert guest lecturers you’ll develop your skills in joint making, use portable power tools and second fix carpentry work.

Please note that this is a part-time course and you must be aged 19+ to apply.

Carpentry and Joinery students will learn the basics of wood work fixtures and fittings. We will teach you the health and safety aspects of working in a workshop as well as the proper preparation and maintenance of the tools you will use on a daily basis.

You will learn to produce high quality work in a safe environment that encourages creativity. You will cover modules including:

Health, safety and welfare in construction - An overview of the regulations and expectations within the construction industry.

Principles of building construction, information and communication - An insight into the different aspects of the construction industry.

Maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools - How to identify faults, keep tools sharp and how to use them safely and effectively.

Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools - How to identify faults, change blades/tooling and how to use them safely and effectively.

Produce woodworking joints- Identifying suitable joints for their purpose. Using the different tools available, setting out and constructing a range of different joints.

Course cost: £1,104

Note: These fees are applicable for students living in non-devolved authorities (e.g. West Northamptonshire, North Northamptonshire, Leicestershire). Students living in devolved authorities may have to pay higher fees. To find out if you live in a devolved or non-devolved postcode for the purposes of adult funding please visit: https://skillspostcodecheck.com/

Hi-Vis and Work Safety Boots are required to undertake this course. You can find a full equipment list here.

To secure your place on this course a non-refundable deposit must be paid. You may be able to apply for funding towards the cost of this course, depending upon your circumstances at the start of the course. Payment plans are also available.

For further information including price and how to pay please contact our student services team on 01604 491131.

This course will take place on a Monday and Wednesday, starting at 6pm and finishing at 9pm.

The course will start on Monday 15 September 2025.

Students generally progress onto our part time Level 2 Site Carpentry course, move into a job with training (such as an apprenticeship) or move into full time employment.

Students should be over the age of 19 for this course and hold an Entry Level 3 or equivalent in English and maths. If you are unable to provide any grades you may be asked to complete an initial assessment