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Age 16-18
FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).
If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.
Age 19+
If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or connect on live chat (bottom right of your screen).
Please note, these prices are for the current academic year and may be subject to change for our courses starting in future years.
Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see Fees and funding for more information.
Age 16-18
FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).
If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.
Age 19+
If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or connect on live chat (bottom right of your screen).
This course is aimed for people aged 19 years or over.
This Level 1 Carpentry & Joinery qualification will prepare you to use the basic tools, techniques and equipment. From basic joints, door hanging and frame making to power tools and skirting boards, this introductory course will help you to develop the skills to progress within the construction trade.
This course will next run in November 2024; please check our website later in the year to apply for the course.
Entry Criteria
No formal requirements for entry to this course.
What are the next steps?
You will have an informal chat with the programme team to ensure the course is right for you. Please bring your previous qualifications.
Study Aims
The purpose of this carpentry and joinery qualification is to equip you with the knowledge and understanding to progress to further training in carpentry and joinery at Level 2. On completion of Level 2 you will be prepared to progress into a job role in the construction industry.This course will provide you with a range of essential carpentry and joinery skills as well as the supporting knowledge. You will also develop an understanding of the health and safety requirements for working in the construction industry.The Award and Certificate focus on carpentry and joinery but you can choose to complete an extended certificate or diploma to broaden your construction skills and knowledge.
Modules Studied
You will study the following:
Basic joints
Frame making
Power tools
Partitions
Door hanging
Skirting boards
Architrave
Times of Delivery
November start - Monday evening 5.30pm– 8.30pm
January start - Thursday evening 5.30pm–8.30pm
Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.
Teaching and Assessment
You will receive expert guidance in both the theoretical and practical elements of the course, to allow you to underpin the basic knowledge, skills and behaviours in carpentry and joinery.
Assessments will be through the completion of two NOCN devised practical tasks and associated knowledge questions (written or verbal). It is internally assessed and internally and externally quality assured using the NOCN assessment booklets to evidence all learning outcomes.
You could progress to Level 2 Diploma Site Carpentry at New College Durham, to take the next step towards a career in the construction trade.
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