Take the first step towards a career in Architectural Joinery with a practical apprenticeship programme. This apprenticeship programme combines on-the-job training in a real working environment with studying at college in our industry standard workshops. You will progress to gain the knowledge, skills and understanding required to be successful in the sector.
Study Aims
This practical apprenticeship programme will help you take the first steps towards a career in Architectural Joinery. You will gain the underpinning knowledge that will enhance the training you will receive on-the-job in a real working environment with your employer.
Modules Studied
Teaching and Assessment
You will learn on-the-job in a real working environment and in our carpentry and joionery workshop, equipped with realistic situations and appliances.You will be assessed using the following methods:
You will receive excellent support to ensure you progress and reach targets to complete the programme.The final End Point Assessment (EPA) is a two-part assessment that involves a multiple-choice online test and a practical test.The multiple-choice online test will cover the theory aspect of the qualification, and the practical test will be carried out under full exam conditions.
End Point Assessment
The final assessment for the qualification is an End Point Assessment (EPA) which must be passed to achieve the full qualification.
Industry Links
We have strong links with local joinery businesses which enables us to continually update our industrial practices so that you are provided with the most enhanced training available. Tutors attend industrial training and spend time back in industry to ensure that current manufacturing practices are being delivered.
Placement
80% of the apprenticeship programme is on the job training with an employer who will provide practical training to ensure you are prepared with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed. 20% of the apprenticeship programme involves attending college one day per week for off the job training. You will receive theoretical and practical training to complete the bench joinery standard.
Entry Criteria
Full entry criteria can be obtained from the Course Leader.
You will need an employer who can support and help to provide the evidence required for the Architectual (Bench) Joinery programme.
Additional Costs
You will be required to purchase a pair of safety boots and stationery.
What are the next steps?
You will meet with a course tutor. You will also carry out a number of tasks which will help us assess your suitability for the course.Please bring evidence of relevant qualifications and proof of ID, e.g. passport or driving license or birth certificate.
