How to become a fence installer
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You can start by doing a college course, for example:
- Level 1 Award in Construction Skills
- Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery
- T level for Fence Installers
This would teach you some of the skills needed for the job. You could then look for a trainee position with a fencing company.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or fewer GCSEs at grades 3 to 1 (D to G), or equivalent, for a level 1 course
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T level
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Apprenticeship
You can do a fencing installer intermediate apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
There are no set entry requirements but it may help you to get in if you have:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply directly to employers if you have some experience in a practical job like landscape gardening or construction.