16-18 Apprenticeships:
14-18 Year Olds:
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4
- Level 5
- Level 6
- Level 7
Information for general guidance purposes only, course entry criteria may vary.
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Who is the course suitable for?
This course is suitable for those seeking a career as a skilled Site Carpenter or Bench Joiner. Site Carpenters will be working on a construction site or domestic and commercial premises, and will be working to given specification within first and second fixing (door frames, hanging doors, boxing pipes, window frames and floor joists). Bench Joiners will be working in a joiners shop to given specifications producing wood products for use by the site carpenter such as doors, window frames and stair cases. The use of machinery in the production of products plays an important part within the Joiner’s shop.
Both routes will deliver the necessary skills and knowledge for the specific roles, with additional training in safety, working practices and moving and handling resources.
What is required to join this course?
- 5 GCSEs grade A*-C including Maths and English or the equivalent
AND
- Successful College interview/assessment
What will I learn, how will I be assessed and what qualifications will I achieve?
Site Carpenters will have the opportunity to study:
- Carrying out first fixing
- Erecting structural carcassing
- Constructing a timber frame entrance
Bench Joiners will have the opportunity to study:
- Producing setting out details for routine joinery products
- Constructing an under stairs cupboard
- Manufacturing routine joinery products
How will the course be taught?
Assessment is continuous throughout the course. There will be exams and ongoing practical assessment at College and in the workplace. Apprentices will be required to gather evidence from work. Whether you are a Bench Joiner or a Site Carpenter there are several mandatory competency based units to complete.
What are the career/progression opportunities?
- Further employment in the industry in roles requiring higher levels of skill and knowledge
- Advanced Apprenticeship in Wood Occupations
- A varied career working on new builds or refurbishments, or in specialist areas such a furniture manufacturing
How to enrol and about reduced fees?
To enrol on a course, please drop in to our Admissions department at the main site, Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, and one of our advisors will be pleased to help you. Alternatively you can telephone (023) 8091 1299.
Payment is accepted by cheque, credit or debit card at the time of enrolment.
Course Dates
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The college wishes to ensure that it complies with the requirements of the DDA (as amended by the Special Educational Needs & Disability Act 2001). If you have a disability please contact the Additional Learning Support Department team on 023 8091 1235/1210.
Don't forget our College open days, for enrolment, advice and guidance!
For further information telephone 023 8091 1299 or visit www.eastleigh.ac.uk




