Carpentry & Joinery - Level 1 - Gravesend

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Portfolio, unit end tests, online exam and synoptic practical test

On this Level 1 Carpentry Course, learners will be taught by trade experienced, professional tutors in a well equipped, modern workshop at our Gravesend Campus. The course is a mixture of practical and theory. Students will learn how to work safely in construction, relay information, calculate quantities and communicate with others, building methods and construction technology. They will learn how to make basic woodworking joints, how to maintain and use hand tools and portable power tools. Our Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

Portfolio, unit end tests, online exam and synoptic practical test

Minimum GCSE grade 3 in Mathematics and English supported by two at grade 2, one in a science If you don’t have formal qualifications to meet these requirements, we will be able to assess your readiness during the admission process.

Employment in trade, fulltime level 2 course in either Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery, or an apprenticeship attending college 1 day a week.