Level 3 Diploma

Joinery for 19+ Learners Only

Want to continue to craft your skills as a joiner? Through this professional level course you’ll learn about the finer details of the trade along with project management and site supervisory training, supported by industry experienced tutors.

You’ll work on projects on and off campus, exploring how to liaise with suppliers, maintain and repair materials, produce doors, windows and stairwells, design moulds and use wood-work machinery.

We’re excited to be involved in the Advanced Construction Training (ACT) project, which aims to develop digital skills in construction across Cheshire.

What will I study?

  • Safe working practices in construction
  • Project management and site supervision
  • Building methods and construction technology
  • Quantity surveying and communications
  • First and second fixing operations
  • Complex structural carcassing components
  • Maintaining non-structural and structural components
  • Setting up and using fixed and transportable machinery

How long will it take?

  • 1 year part time (33 weeks Wednesday evenings + 3 weekends spread over the year)

What qualifications do I need to start?

  • None required

What qualifications will I gain?

  • Level 3 Diploma Construction
  • CSCS card (Construction skills certification card, this allows the holder to work on major Construction sites)

Course options after this programme

  • Progress onto higher level study, or
  • Seek employment as a highly qualified joiner

Career options

  • Site carpenter
  • Site supervisor
  • Technical assistant
  • Building supplier – sales