Apprentices work towards a number of qualifications, called a “Framework”, usually including an NVQ Level 2, a diploma, at least two Key Skills and Employment Rights & Responsibilities. Some frameworks also have additional skills tests.

The Apprenticeship Framework for Carpentry & Joinery has the following qualifications

• NVQ Diploma level 2 Wood Occupations (Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery)
• Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Level 2
• Key Skill Level 1 Application of Number and Communication (Maths & English)
• Employment Responsibilities and Rights
• CSCS Health & Safety Test

The Qualifications you will undertake for an Apprenticeship are:

NVQ Diploma Level 2 Wood Occupations Site Carpentry(on the job qualification) or NVQ Diploma Level 2 Wood Occupations Bench Joinery(on the job qualification)

Diploma Level 3 in Site Carpentry (College qualifications) or Diploma Level 3 in Site Carpentry (College qualifications)

- ConstructionSkills Health & Safety Test

- Key Skills For more information on Key Skills click here

- Employment Responsibilities & Rights Supporting Craft Occupations

The Advanced Apprenticeship Framework for Carpentry & Joinery has the following qualifications –

• NVQ Diploma level 3 Wood Occupations (Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery)
• Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Level 3
• Key Skill Level 2 Application of Number and Communication (Maths & English)
• Employment Responsibilities & Rights
• CSCS Health & Safety Test

The Qualifications you will undertake for an Advanced Apprenticeship are:

NVQ Diploma Level 3 Wood Occupations Site Carpentry (On the job qualification)or NVQ Diploma Level 3 Wood Occupations Bench Joinery (On the job qualification)

Diploma Level 3 in Site Carpentry (College course) or Diploma Level 3 in Bench Joinery (College course)

- Key Skills For more information on Key Skills click here

- Employment Responsibilities & Rights Supporting Craft Occupations (if not completed previously)