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Carpentry & Joinery

Course details

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Qualification name Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery
Qualification level 1
Awarding organisation National Open College Network
Learning method Classroom based
Course type Higher Education
Course hours Full-time
Course start date 13th September 2027
Cost description Please contact College
Attendance pattern Daytime

Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.

On this Level 1 Carpentry Course, learners will be taught by trade experienced, professional tutors in a well equipped, modern workshop at our Gravesend Campus. The course is a mixture of practical and theory. Students will learn how to work safely in construction, relay information, calculate quantities and communicate with others, building methods and construction technology. They will learn how to make basic woodworking joints, how to maintain and use hand tools and portable power tools. Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

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Name North Kent College (Gravesend)
Address Lower Higham Road
Gravesend
Kent
DA12 2JJ
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Email course.enquiries@northkent.ac.uk
Phone 01322 629400
Website http://www.northkent.ac.uk

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