FRAMEWORK & QUALIFICATIONS

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

The Apprenticeship Framework for Carpentry has the following qualifications –

- NVQ Wood Occupations – Site Carpentry – Level 2

  • Unit VR01 Conform to general workplace safety
  • Unit VR02 Conform to efficient work practices
  • Unit VR03 Move and handle resources
  • Unit VR09 Install first fixing components
  • Unit VR10 Install second fixing components
  • Unit VR11 Erect structural carcassing components
  • Unit VR12 Maintain non-structural carpentry work
  • Unit VR13 Set up and use circular saws

- Intermediate Construction Award – Wood Occupations – Site Carpentry Route 100/1254/0

  • Unit ICA 100 Store Materials and Equipment
  • Unit ICA 101 Erect and Dismantle Basic Working Platforms
  • Unit ICA 102 Work Efficiently
  • Unit ICA 107 First Fixing Before Plasterwork
  • Unit ICA 108 Second Fixing After Plasterwork
  • Unit ICA 109 Carcassing for Floors and Roofs
  • Unit ICA 110 Use Portable Power Tools

- ConstructionSkills Health & Safety Test

- Key Skills

  • Application of Number Level 1
  • Communication Level 1

- Employment Responsibilities and Rights Supporting Craft Occupations

The Advanced Apprenticeship Framework for Carpentry has the following qualifications –

- NVQ Wood Occupations – Carpentry and Joinery Site Work – Level 3

  • Unit VR01 Conform to general workplace safety
  • Unit VR209 Confirm work activities and resources for the work
  • Unit VR210 Develop and maintain good working relationships
  • Unit VR211 Confirm the occupational method of work
  • Unit VR09 Install first fixing components
  • Unit VR10 Install second fixing components
  • Unit VR24 Erect Complex Structural Carcassing Components
  • Unit VR26 Set up and use fixed or transportable machinery

- Advanced Construction Award – Wood Occupations – Site Carpentry Route 100/1790/2

  • Unit ACA 173 Assist in Establishing the Operational Area
  • Unit ACA 174 Assist with Progressing Operations
  • Unit ACA 175 Assist with Organising Resources
  • Unit ACA 179 Co-ordinate and Install First and Second Fixings
  • Unit ACA 180 Co-ordinate and Erect Carcassing
  • Unit ACA 181 Produce Timber Products (Circular Saw)

- Key Skills

  • Application of Number Level 2
  • Communication Level 2

- Employment Responsibilities and Rights Supporting Craft Occupations

The Apprenticeship Framework for Bench Joinery has the following qualifications –

- NVQ Wood Occupations – Bench Joinery – Level 2

  • Unit VR01 Conform to general workplace safety
  • Unit VR02 Conform to efficient work practices
  • Unit VR03 Move and handle resources
  • Unit VR13 Set up and use circular saws
  • Unit VR14B Produce setting out details for routine products
  • Unit VR15B Mark out from setting out details for routine products
  • Unit VR16B Manufacture routine products

- Intermediate Construction Award – Wood Occupations – Bench Joinery Route 100/1254/0

  • Unit ICA 100 Store Materials and Equipment
  • Unit ICA 101 Erect and Dismantle Basic Working Platforms
  • Unit ICA 102 Work Efficiently
  • Unit ICA 110 Use Portable Power Tools
  • Unit ICA 136 Produce Setting Out Details
  • Unit ICA 137 Mark Out Joinery
  • Unit ICA 138 Produce Joinery Products

- ConstructionSkills Health & Safety Test

- Key Skills

  • Application of Number Level 1
  • Communication Level 1

- Employment Responsibilities and Rights Supporting Craft Occupations

The Advanced Apprenticeship Framework for Bench Joinery has the following qualifications –

- NVQ Wood Occupations – Carpentry and Joinery Site Work – Level 3

  • Unit VR01 Conform to general workplace safety
  • Unit VR209 Confirm work activities and resources for the work
  • Unit VR210 Develop and maintain good working relationships
  • Unit VR211 Confirm the occupational method of work
  • Unit VR14B Produce setting out details for routine products
  • Unit VR15B Mark out from setting out details for routine products
  • Unit VR16B Manufacture routine products
  • Unit VR26 Set up and use fixed or transportable machinery
  • Unit VR27B Produce complex shaped product details
  • Unit VR28 Produce CAD setting out details

- Advanced Construction Award – Wood Occupations – Bench Joinery Route 100/1790/2

  • Unit ACA 173 Assist in Establishing the Operational Area
  • Unit ACA 174 Assist with Progressing Operations
  • Unit ACA 175 Assist with Organising Resources
  • Unit ACA 181 Produce Timber Products (Circular Saw)
  • Unit ACA 261 Co-ordinate and Produce Details for the Production of Joinery Units
  • Unit ACA 262 Co-ordinate and Manufacture Joinery Units

- Key Skills

  • Application of Number Level 2
  • Communication Level 2

- Employment Responsibilities and Rights Supporting Craft Occupations