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Level 3 Carpentry

Course Code
CONS302A.SP
Start Date
07/09/2026
End Date
23/06/2027
Location
Broxbourne Campus
Study Mode
Full Time

This NOCN Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry Diploma is an industry-recognised qualification for learners who want to develop advanced site carpentry skills and progress within the construction industry.

You’ll build on your existing knowledge through a combination of practical workshop activities and classroom-based learning, preparing you for skilled employment, apprenticeships or further study.

The programme is delivered over two days per week at college, alongside a minimum of one day per week in an industry work placement with an employer, giving you valuable real-world experience and helping you develop the skills employers are looking for.

The course focuses on advanced site carpentry skills, including complex first and second fixing, structural carcassing, and the installation and maintenance of building components. You’ll develop the technical knowledge, practical expertise and professional behaviours required by employers across the construction sector.

On successful completion, you can progress into employment as a Site Carpenter, move into supervisory or team leader roles, or continue onto higher-level construction qualifications.

You will develop advanced practical skills and technical knowledge in:
โ€ข Complex first and second fixing work
โ€ข Structural carcassing
โ€ข Installation and maintenance of building components
โ€ข Sustainable construction practices
โ€ข Construction planning, communication and costing
โ€ข Advanced site carpentry techniques
Assessment takes place through a mixture of:
โ€ข Practical workshop assessments
โ€ข Project-based assignments
โ€ข Observed practical tasks
โ€ข Knowledge questions
โ€ข Online health and safety assessments
You’ll demonstrate your skills through realistic construction projects that reflect industry standards.
You will need:
โ€ขSafety boots
โ€ข;Mandatory workwear and PPE
โ€ขWriting materials
Any specialist equipment requirements will be discussed at enrolment.
โ€ขA Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery qualification; or
โ€ขAttendance at a formal interview and skills assessment prior to enrolment.

โ€ขFree to learners aged 16-18 on 31 August 2026.

โ€ขIf you will be 19 or over on 31 August 2026, please contact our Information Centre on 01992 411411 or email info@hrc.ac.uk to discuss course fees and funding options.

As part of your study programme, you’ll benefit from:
โ€ข Industry-standard workshop facilities
โ€ข Employer engagement opportunities
โ€ข Additional employability training
โ€ข Support with English and Maths where required
โ€ข Progression advice and careers guidance
Successful completion of this course can lead to:
โ€ข Employment as a Site Carpenter
โ€ข Construction Team Leader or Supervisor roles
โ€ข Apprenticeships
โ€ข Higher-level construction qualifications at Level 4 and above
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