Level 3 Site Carpentry Apprenticeship

Home > Courses > Level 3 Site Carpentry Apprenticeship

Construction and Trades

Study Mode

Apprenticeship

Start Date, Location

Aug 2024, Flexible

Duration

15 months

Cost

£.00

View our facilities & work

Course Overview

The construction industry is one of the largest and broadest to work in, employing around 7% of the UKs workforce, and there is always a demand for skilled professionals, whether that’s developing hospitals or housing estates.

Site Carpenters need to have a good eye for detail, strong maths skills and the ability to follow instructions and technical drawings.

More information

What will I learn?

The Level 3 Apprenticeships in Site Carpentry will give you the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you need to succeed in the industry as a Site Carpenter, including complex roofing (Hips, Valley’s and Dormers), double doors, fire doors and complex mouldings to produce work to a high standard, and an understanding of health and safety, materials and sustainability within the industry alongside the responsibilities for Health and Safety whilst managing others.

Entry Requirements

You will need to have completed a level 2 Site Carpentry apprenticeship.

Minimum grades 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and a grade 3/D or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and be willing to work towards and complete a Functional Skill level 2 in English by the end of your apprenticeship

Your employer must be able to provide the full scope of work required for the apprenticeship.

Study, Assessment and Qualifications

The duration of an apprenticeship in Site Carpentry is 15 months.

This apprenticeship is a day release programme where you will be required to attend college for one day a week for the duration of the apprenticeship.

The competence element will be assessed in the workplace using evidence to build a portfolio and the knowledge element is delivered at Wiltshire College Trowbridge campuses. You will also take an external practical (EPA) assessment at the end of your apprenticeship to test your knowledge and skills learnt during the 15 months. This can take up to 3 months past the expected end date

If required, Functional Skills will also be delivered as a block week for both Maths and English.

Additional Costs and Information

To assist you during your apprenticeship, you may be required to purchase some equipment and resources to support you during your course.

Ready to apply?

Careers

Other upcoming events

Transition Days: July/August 2025

01 July 2025