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Do you prefer working with your hands and tools over pens and textbooks? You will learn basic, practical skills through real projects to prepare for a carpentry role.
As a carpenter, you can progress to an apprenticeship or a higher-level course before you secure a full-time job.
Why should you study this course?
You need a grade 3 or 2 in Maths and English to start this course.
And you will attend an interview to see if the course is right for you.
Each module will give you the confidence and basic skills to progress to the Level 2 Carpentry course.
You will study at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock 3 times a week.
Learning takes place in the Construction Centre a state-of-the-art workshop that reflects the real carpentry work environment.
You will also attend work-related projects and site visits to build your experience.
To learn theory, you will have access to laptops and PCs in the classroom.
You need to bring safety boots, pencils, pens, and a folder to every lesson.
You can progress to the Level 2 Carpentry course to take the next step in your career.
After Level 2, you can study Level 3 Carpentry or apply for your first role on a construction site.
Previous learners have also become self-employed.
If you need help with job applications, email careers@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a one-to-one session with our Careers Advisers.
For funding information, please refer to our Funding page on the website.
There are no extra costs for this course.
If you need help with travel costs to the college or free college meals, email studentfunding@bathcollege.ac.uk for help with bursaries.
The Somer Valley Campus also offers the following support:
If you have a concern at the college, or you're worried about a friend, email safe@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a private chat with our friendly Welfare team.
You will undertake a range of activities that will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours to increase your understanding of the world of work and improve your future employment prospects. This will include work experience, and could include work related projects, site visits, CV development and support for job applications.