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Foundation Carpentry & Joinery (Level 2)

This course has been designed for those with no previous experience of carpentry & joinery to provide a foundation for a career within the construction industry. You will benefit from a variety of activities designed to bring out the best of your potential, and enable you to use your skills and knowledge to gain employment in the industry.

You will also develop Essential Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

What Will I Learn?

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Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade E in Maths and English or Welsh first Language), or equivalent level 1 qualifications

Assessment

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Career Progression

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Further Notes

Purchase of steel toe capped boots, overalls and a course text book is required for this course. Please discuss this at interview stage with a tutor after you have applied.

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Course Details

Level:Level 2

Mode:Full Time

Start Date:01/09/2026

Location:Aberdare

Course Code:05F203AF

Fees

FT Registration Fee: £15

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

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