LEVEL 2 sITE CARPENTRY NVQ
A Level 2 NVQ in Site Carpentry is a vocational qualification that assesses the practical skills and knowledge required to work as a carpenter on construction sites. It covers a range of essential tasks, including installing and maintaining timber structures, fitting doors, windows, staircases, and other wooden fixtures, as well as interpreting technical drawings and adhering to health and safety standards. This qualification is designed to demonstrate competence in the carpentry trade and is recognised as a benchmark for professionalism and capability in the construction industry.
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Who Is This For
The Level 2 NVQ in Site Carpentry is aimed at individuals working in or entering the construction industry who specialise in carpentry tasks on-site. It is ideal for those looking to demonstrate their practical skills and knowledge in areas such as installing wooden structures, fitting doors, windows, and flooring, and interpreting technical drawings. This qualification is designed for aspiring or current carpenters who want to formalise their expertise, enhance their career prospects, and gain a nationally recognised certification in their trade.
Mandatory Units
Learners must complete the three mandatory units
- Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
- Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
- Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
Optional Units
Learners must complete three units from the optional unit group
- Erecting structural carcassing components in the workplace
- Installing Fire Resisting Timber Door Assemblies and Doorsets in the Workplace
- Installing first fixing components in the workplace
- Installing second fixing components in the workplace
- Maintaining non-structural carpentry work in the workplace
- Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace
How You Will Learn
- Remote Enrolment
- Online Job Knowledge Questions
- Portfolio Sign-Off
- Certification
All Level 2 NVQs from the UK Skills Academy lead to a Blue CSCS card which is the certification that allows you to show your employer that you are qualified and have the knowledge and expertise to conduct yourself on-site in a safe and responsible manner. CSCS cards provide proof that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications for the job they do on-site.
Eligibility
- 19+ Years Old
- Live or Work in England (Business address can be out of England as long as the work is in England – we will need evidence)
- 3 months working in the trade for Level 2 and 6 months for Level 3
- You must be working in the trade you are applying for now – you must be able to demonstrate via assessment.
Duration
Our NVQs are flexible to work around you and the trade you are currently working in. You will be registered for 8-10 weeks and your assessor will collect a range of evidence from your workplace, work with you on assessments and will require your knowledge workbook to be completed in the first 4 weeks.
CITB Registered?
You could be eligible to receive up to £600 back upon completion if you are registered with CITB.
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Get in touch
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