Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery (Level 2 Standard)
Code: APPCAJL200125/26
This apprenticeship is for those seeking a career as a carpenter and joiner and wish to work on a building site or in domestic or commercial premises. It is for those who enjoy working with their hands, have an eye for detail and good maths skills to measure and calculate angles. The occupation is suited to those working with wood to create and install building components. This involves shaping and cutting materials, installing finished materials like partitions, doors, staircases, window frames and erecting structural components such as floor joists and roofs. All work needs to be carried out safely, using the appropriate tools and to the quality specified. A carpenter and joiner will be required to work in a team, under supervision, using machinery and tools to create structures or components that meet client expectations. They will also interact with other construction trades such as bricklayers, plasterers and plumbers, site management, architects, contractors, and customers.
Location
Colindale Campus
Dates
2nd Sep 2025 - 30th Mar 2028
Days
Var
Times
09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
What qualifications or experience do I need?
You will need to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours a week, and work in an appropriate role that enables demonstration of the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSB’s) of the apprenticeship standard. You will need to achieve maths and English at grade 3 or above, or Level 1, Functional Skills.
What will I study ?
This apprenticeship training will follow the Site Carpentry pathway which will entail preparing and installing basic building components e.g., doors, staircases, wall, and floor units on a building site or in domestic and commercial premises. Your learning will include some of the following topics: The principles of building construction terminology and components including foundations, roofs, walls, floors, utilities and services; How to interpret and produce relevant information from drawings and work instructions including the basic principles of Computer Aided Design (CAD); How to estimate resource quantities to carry out work; Power Tools: how to prepare, use and maintain power tools; How to carry out first fixing work; How to carry out second fixing work; Effective communication: oral, written, listening, body language, presentation; Logical thinking: use clear and valid reasoning when making decisions.
How will I be assessed ?
1. On Programme Formative Assessment, is conducted by our trainer-assessors through course work and practical on-the-job work. This gives an indication as to how you are progressing against the apprenticeship requirements. 2. End Point Assessment, which is conducted by an Independent End Point Assessor external to the College and which will include the following elements: *Online Knowledge Test *Practical Skills test *Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence.
What qualifications could I achieve ?
Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship Standard
How do I join the course ?
Gain your blue trade specific CSCS card which enables you to work as a qualified Carpenter; Progress onto higher level qualifications such as Level 3 Carpentry and Joinery qualification.
Will I need an interview ?
Yes, you will be contacted by a member of the apprenticeship team for a chat.
Any extra costs for equipment/materials ?
No
