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Construction - Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DH

National Award (BTEC)
Level 2
Construction, Planning and the Built Environment

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Castleford College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Selby College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This qualification aligns to the knowledge, skills and behaviours in the ST0264 Carpentry and Joinery Occupational Standard. It is for those individuals who are looking to work in the construction industry, specifically as a craftsperson in carpentry and joinery. Carpenters and joiners have the skills and knowledge to manufacture and install structural and non structural timber products and components. You will gain an understanding of the skills and knowledge that are important when working as a carpenter or joiner or progressing to further learning and training in this area.


Course Details

All Construction related study programmes cover health, safety, and principles of construction relevant to the trade and sustainability. They also aim to develop practical skills for this craft.

Principles of working in the Construction industry

How to Work Safely in a Construction Environment Timber Technology

How to Produce Drawings and Cutting Lists

How to Mark Out and Cut Traditional Joints

How to Manufacture/Fit Windows and Doors

How to Manufacture Staircases

How to Set Up and Use a Range of Hand and Power Tools

How to Construct a Stud Partition Wall

How to Construct a Timber Floor

How to Hang a Door


How will it be delivered and assessed?

Theory is assessed through externally set online examinations taken typically from October to May; practical skills assessed through an externally set synoptic, this assessment completed in June.



Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English and Maths.

OR

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 9-4 with Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery.


All learners will be required to complete a BKSB assessment.


Your next steps...

If you have gained employment in the sector you may return as an apprentice to achieve a Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard. This qualification provides accreditation for the knowledge of the level 2 standard, with this the apprenticeship is completed in the work place; alternatively you can progress to the level 3 study programme..



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