Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery

Having successfully developed basic hand tool skills through completing the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery this programme is designed to give you an understanding of Bench Joinery as a specialism within these trades. These specialist skills will improve your employability prospects with a Bench Joinery company and you will be working on the same course subjects as those on an Apprenticeship programme. Progress to Level 3 Bench Joinery or Level 3 Construction and the Built Environment or an Apprenticeship.

Successful completion of Level 1 Carpentry & Joinery. GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above.

This course builds upon the successful completion of the Level 1 Carpentry & Joinery course and further develops the skills and knowledge that you have.

Our experienced teachers will help you to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in bench joinery. Employment opportunities include manufacturing bespoke joinery items such as doors, windows and stairs; and may lead to opportunities in site carpentry.

This one-year course takes place in the classrooms and workshops at our London Road Campus.

You will have to achieve all units and you must also study GCSE or Functional Skills in English / Maths if necessary. The course covers the following skills:

• The set-up and operation of a circular saw
• The production of setting-out details for bench joinery products
• How to mark out from setting out details for bench joinery products
• The manufacture bench joinery products
• The principles of building construction, information, and communication.

Each unit will be assessed by end of unit multiple-choice tests supported with practical assessments throughout the year, together with an online multiple-choice knowledge test.

All materials are provided as well as tools, equipment and PPE. We recommend that you provide your own steel capped footwear for use in the workshop.

This course will equip you to progress to Level 3 Bench Joinery, Level 3 Construction and the Built Environment or an apprenticeship.

Students have the opportunity of entering local, national, and international competitions including the UK SkillBuild competition.

You will be expected to undertake industry-related work placements - usually two days a week.

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk