​Craft your future in construction with expert carpentry and joinery training.
Course Information
Delivered by a City & Guilds Centre of Excellence, GLP Training’s Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship equips aspiring professionals with essential skills for one of the most in-demand trades in the UK. As the construction and housing sectors continue to expand, skilled carpenters and joiners are vital for building and maintaining essential infrastructure like homes, schools, and hospitals. This apprenticeship offers a balanced blend of practical and theoretical training, focusing on teamwork, communication, tool mastery, and specialist carpentry techniques.
Learners can choose between two career pathways — Site Carpenter or Architectural Joiner — each tailored to distinct roles within the construction and workshop environments. Whether on-site or in a workshop, apprentices graduate with industry-relevant expertise and clear progression opportunities into Level 3 qualifications or specialist roles.
This is an entry-level programme ideal for those beginning their career. It equips learners with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours to get started in their desired industry. Before starting, you’ll complete a skill scan to assess your current knowledge and ensure this apprenticeship is the right fit for you. You must also:
Be aged 16 or over
Not be in full-time education
Live in the UK or EEA and have ordinarily been resident for the past 3 years (some exceptions may apply).
Have the right to work in the UK
Be in (or moving into) a suitable job role that provides opportunities to develop and demonstrate the required skills and behaviours – a role suitability overview will be completed prior to starting to ensure alignment between your job role and the apprenticeship
Be willing to complete Functional Skills qualifications during your apprenticeship if required, depending on employer policy, the nature of the qualification, or if you don’t already hold the necessary English and Maths qualifications
Final entry criteria may vary depending on the employer’s discretion
Course curriculum
Knowledge Areas
Principles of construction, building methods, and materials
Health, safety, and welfare in construction
Understanding technical drawings, specifications, and building regulations
Differences between site carpentry and architectural joinery
Properties and uses of wood, manufactured board, and other materials
Principles of measurement, marking out, and cutting materials
Skills Development
Accurately cutting, shaping, and installing building components
Using and maintaining hand and power tools safely and effectively
Reading and interpreting construction drawings
Constructing structural frameworks, doors, windows, stairs, and cabinetry (depending on pathway)
Working as part of a team to meet project deadlines and specifications
Ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with health and safety standards
Core Behaviours
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Attention to detail and pride in delivering high-standard work
Collaboration and effective communication with team members
Dependability, punctuality, and a proactive attitude to learning and work
Adherence to industry standards and workplace ethics
Benefits of this Course
Develop industry-ready skills
Learn essential carpentry techniques, including first and second fixings, use of hand and power tools, and interpreting technical drawings.
Hands-on experience in a purpose-built learning environment
Benefit from practical learning delivered in one of GLP Training’s purpose built training centres.
Meet industry standards
Ensure your workforce is fully qualified to current industry benchmarks, helping you stay compliant as grandfather rights are phased out. This apprenticeship provides formal certification for staff who may have relied on experience alone.
Expert support and flexible learning
Enjoy tailored guidance from industry professionals and flexible learning options designed to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
Why GLP Training
GLP Training empowers individuals and businesses to grow through tailored, industry-focused learning.
GLP Training supports employers in upskilling their workforce, closing skills gaps, and building future-ready teams through flexible, results-driven programmes. At the same time, GLP Training equips individuals with the skills, confidence, and credentials they need to launch or advance their careers through expert-led, hands-on training.
Trusted by employers nationwide
Innovative digital tools and flexible delivery
Real employer partnerships for real career outcomes
The training follows a blended learning model, delivered primarily on-the-job during working hours. A structured learning and assessment plan ensures progress is regularly evaluated throughout the course.
This includes
Monthly 1-to-1 meetings (approx. 2 hours) with a GLP Trainer, either face-to-face or virtually
Online learning modules and group sessions
Building an electronic portfolio of work-based evidence
Maths and English Functional Skills (if necessary). Please click here to learn more.
Around 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship activities
Final assessment by an external examiner, comprising a resourcing project assignment and a professional discussion to complete the qualification
Assessment
To achieve the qualification, apprentices are assessed throughout their training, culminating in a final assessment, which results in a Pass, Distinction, or Fail.
Before entering the Apprenticeship Assessment, apprentices must meet gateway requirements, including completing Functional Skills qualifications (if applicable). The employer must confirm the apprentice is working at or above the occupational standard and has sufficient evidence to proceed.
The Apprenticeship Assessment, delivered by City & Guilds, typically takes around three months and includes three components:
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice completing real-world tasks in a suitable environment.
Interview Underpinned by Portfolio: A structured interview supported by the apprentice’s portfolio of evidence.
Knowledge Assessment: A multiple-choice test in an invigilated setting.
The apprentice’s final grade is determined by their combined performance across all assessment elements.
Whether you’re an employer seeking to upskill your team or an individual candidate, simply click ‘Enquire Now’ and complete the short form. A member of the GLP Training team will be in touch shortly to provide you with more information and guide you through the next steps.
Delivered by a City & Guilds Centre of Excellence, GLP Training’s Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship equips aspiring professionals with essential skills for one of the most in-demand trades in the UK. As the construction and housing sectors continue to expand, skilled carpenters and joiners are vital for building and maintaining essential infrastructure like homes, schools, and hospitals. This apprenticeship offers a balanced blend of practical and theoretical training, focusing on teamwork, communication, tool mastery, and specialist carpentry techniques.
Learners can choose between two career pathways — Site Carpenter or Architectural Joiner — each tailored to distinct roles within the construction and workshop environments. Whether on-site or in a workshop, apprentices graduate with industry-relevant expertise and clear progression opportunities into Level 3 qualifications or specialist roles.
This is an entry-level programme ideal for those beginning their career. It equips learners with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours to get started in their desired industry. Before starting, you’ll complete a skill scan to assess your current knowledge and ensure this apprenticeship is the right fit for you. You must also:
Be aged 16 or over
Not be in full-time education
Live in the UK or EEA and have ordinarily been resident for the past 3 years (some exceptions may apply).
Have the right to work in the UK
Be in (or moving into) a suitable job role that provides opportunities to develop and demonstrate the required skills and behaviours – a role suitability overview will be completed prior to starting to ensure alignment between your job role and the apprenticeship
Be willing to complete Functional Skills qualifications during your apprenticeship if required, depending on employer policy, the nature of the qualification, or if you don’t already hold the necessary English and Maths qualifications
Final entry criteria may vary depending on the employer’s discretion
Course curriculum
Knowledge Areas
Principles of construction, building methods, and materials
Health, safety, and welfare in construction
Understanding technical drawings, specifications, and building regulations
Differences between site carpentry and architectural joinery
Properties and uses of wood, manufactured board, and other materials
Principles of measurement, marking out, and cutting materials
Skills Development
Accurately cutting, shaping, and installing building components
Using and maintaining hand and power tools safely and effectively
Reading and interpreting construction drawings
Constructing structural frameworks, doors, windows, stairs, and cabinetry (depending on pathway)
Working as part of a team to meet project deadlines and specifications
Ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with health and safety standards
Core Behaviours
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Attention to detail and pride in delivering high-standard work
Collaboration and effective communication with team members
Dependability, punctuality, and a proactive attitude to learning and work
Adherence to industry standards and workplace ethics
Principles of construction, building methods, and materials
Health, safety, and welfare in construction
Understanding technical drawings, specifications, and building regulations
Differences between site carpentry and architectural joinery
Properties and uses of wood, manufactured board, and other materials
Principles of measurement, marking out, and cutting materials
Accurately cutting, shaping, and installing building components
Using and maintaining hand and power tools safely and effectively
Reading and interpreting construction drawings
Constructing structural frameworks, doors, windows, stairs, and cabinetry (depending on pathway)
Working as part of a team to meet project deadlines and specifications
Ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with health and safety standards
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Attention to detail and pride in delivering high-standard work
Collaboration and effective communication with team members
Dependability, punctuality, and a proactive attitude to learning and work
Adherence to industry standards and workplace ethics
Benefits of this Course
Develop industry-ready skills
Learn essential carpentry techniques, including first and second fixings, use of hand and power tools, and interpreting technical drawings.
Hands-on experience in a purpose-built learning environment
Benefit from practical learning delivered in one of GLP Training’s purpose built training centres.
Meet industry standards
Ensure your workforce is fully qualified to current industry benchmarks, helping you stay compliant as grandfather rights are phased out. This apprenticeship provides formal certification for staff who may have relied on experience alone.
Expert support and flexible learning
Enjoy tailored guidance from industry professionals and flexible learning options designed to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
Learn essential carpentry techniques, including first and second fixings, use of hand and power tools, and interpreting technical drawings.
Benefit from practical learning delivered in one of GLP Training’s purpose built training centres.
Ensure your workforce is fully qualified to current industry benchmarks, helping you stay compliant as grandfather rights are phased out. This apprenticeship provides formal certification for staff who may have relied on experience alone.
Enjoy tailored guidance from industry professionals and flexible learning options designed to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
Why GLP Training
GLP Training empowers individuals and businesses to grow through tailored, industry-focused learning.
GLP Training supports employers in upskilling their workforce, closing skills gaps, and building future-ready teams through flexible, results-driven programmes. At the same time, GLP Training equips individuals with the skills, confidence, and credentials they need to launch or advance their careers through expert-led, hands-on training.
Trusted by employers nationwide
Innovative digital tools and flexible delivery
Real employer partnerships for real career outcomes
The training follows a blended learning model, delivered primarily on-the-job during working hours. A structured learning and assessment plan ensures progress is regularly evaluated throughout the course.
This includes
Monthly 1-to-1 meetings (approx. 2 hours) with a GLP Trainer, either face-to-face or virtually
Online learning modules and group sessions
Building an electronic portfolio of work-based evidence
Maths and English Functional Skills (if necessary). Please click here to learn more.
Around 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship activities
Final assessment by an external examiner, comprising a resourcing project assignment and a professional discussion to complete the qualification
Assessment
To achieve the qualification, apprentices are assessed throughout their training, culminating in a final assessment, which results in a Pass, Distinction, or Fail.
Before entering the Apprenticeship Assessment, apprentices must meet gateway requirements, including completing Functional Skills qualifications (if applicable). The employer must confirm the apprentice is working at or above the occupational standard and has sufficient evidence to proceed.
The Apprenticeship Assessment, delivered by City & Guilds, typically takes around three months and includes three components:
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice completing real-world tasks in a suitable environment.
Interview Underpinned by Portfolio: A structured interview supported by the apprentice’s portfolio of evidence.
Knowledge Assessment: A multiple-choice test in an invigilated setting.
The apprentice’s final grade is determined by their combined performance across all assessment elements.
Whether you’re an employer seeking to upskill your team or an individual candidate, simply click ‘Enquire Now’ and complete the short form. A member of the GLP Training team will be in touch shortly to provide you with more information and guide you through the next steps.
The training follows a blended learning model, delivered primarily on-the-job during working hours. A structured learning and assessment plan ensures progress is regularly evaluated throughout the course.
Monthly 1-to-1 meetings (approx. 2 hours) with a GLP Trainer, either face-to-face or virtually
Online learning modules and group sessions
Building an electronic portfolio of work-based evidence
Maths and English Functional Skills (if necessary). Please click here to learn more.
Around 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship activities
Final assessment by an external examiner, comprising a resourcing project assignment and a professional discussion to complete the qualification
To achieve the qualification, apprentices are assessed throughout their training, culminating in a final assessment, which results in a Pass, Distinction, or Fail.
Before entering the Apprenticeship Assessment, apprentices must meet gateway requirements, including completing Functional Skills qualifications (if applicable). The employer must confirm the apprentice is working at or above the occupational standard and has sufficient evidence to proceed.
The Apprenticeship Assessment, delivered by City & Guilds, typically takes around three months and includes three components:
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice completing real-world tasks in a suitable environment.
Interview Underpinned by Portfolio: A structured interview supported by the apprentice’s portfolio of evidence.
Knowledge Assessment: A multiple-choice test in an invigilated setting.
The apprentice’s final grade is determined by their combined performance across all assessment elements.
Whether you’re an employer seeking to upskill your team or an individual candidate, simply click ‘Enquire Now’ and complete the short form. A member of the GLP Training team will be in touch shortly to provide you with more information and guide you through the next steps.
