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Wood Occupations Level 2 Diploma

Become a site carpenter and get the theory and skills needed to start working on site.

  • Study Mode

    Full-time

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Location

    Guildford College

  • Pathway

    Construction

Get hands-on practical experience in our purpose-built construction workshops equipped with modern machinery and technology and find out about the latest industry trends from our specialist tutors.

Those who want to learn carpentry skills for practical careers in the industry.

Get hands-on practical experience in our purpose-built construction workshops equipped with modern machinery and technology and find out about the latest industry trends from our specialist tutors.

Topics include:

  • Using portable power tools
  • Setting up and operating cutting and shaping machinery
  • Carrying out first fixing operations
  • Carrying out maintenance to non-structural carpentry work
  • Carry out second fixing operations

25% theory in the classrooms and 75% practical activities in the workshops.

The awarding body for this course is City & Guilds. 

Bench Joinery or Site Carpentry Level 3 Diploma.

You will need 4 GCSEs at grades 3 or above including English language and maths AND an achievement on a relevant Level 1 course.

Explore your career progression options

If you are considering applying for this programme, why not explore your potential career progression routes using our handy tool.

You can explore live job vacancies, next level qualifications and apprenticeship standards in your local area. Not only this but you can also watch videos of real people talking about their experiences of working in your specific industry or occupation of interest.

Why not visit us at an Open Event and find out more about this pathway.

Why Guildford College?

  • Clear routes of progression with qualifications ranging from foundation level to degree level!
  • Industry experienced teaching staff give you the responsibility and independence you need to take charge of your own future.
  • 100+

    Courses available

  • 6000+

    Students

  • 79+

    Years of teaching experience

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