Advance your craft in site carpentry or architectural joinery.
Course Information
This advanced apprenticeship – delivered by a City & Guilds Centre of Excellence – prepares learners for skilled roles in both site carpentry and architectural joinery. Suitable for those working in new builds or renovations, the course develops expertise in constructing or crafting complex building components. Site carpenters learn to work on domestic and commercial projects, often liaising with other trades and overseeing tasks. Architectural joiners train in precision timber work within a workshop, collaborating with architects and designers. The course equips apprentices with the technical and supervisory skills needed to meet growing industry demands.
Entry Requirements
This course is ideal for those currently, or soon to be, employed in the trade. You’ll work as part of a team, potentially supervising others, using tools and machinery to build or refurbish structures based on architectural plans and specifications. 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 been continuously for the past 3 years
Have the right to work in the UK
Have a relevant job role where the learning can be applied
Obtain a Level 2 in English and Maths (or equivalent) — this can be achieved during the apprenticeship
Have Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery
Final entry criteria may vary depending on the employer’s discretion
Course curriculum
Knowledge Areas
Health, safety and welfare, including working at height
Safety signs and fire safety
Principles of building construction
Advanced joinery techniques
Advanced architectural joinery
Site and tool security
Use of hand and power tools
Fixtures and fittings, including non-structural carpentry
Structural carcassing methods
Replacing glazing in windows and doors
Skills Development
Proficient use of hand and power tools
Producing technical drawings, including CAD plans
Applying advanced joinery skills
Constructing doors, window frames and staircases
Installing stair components such as handrails and spindles
Laying floor joists and coverings
Erecting trussed roof rafters
Building complex traditional roofing structures
Installing a range of ironmongery fittings
Core Behaviours
Effective communication
Teamwork
Ability to work independently
Logical and analytical thinking
Time management
Adaptability in dynamic environments
Working efficiently and professionally
Benefits of this Course
Develop industry-ready skills
Learn advanced carpentry techniques, including advanced architectural joinery, proficient use of hand and power tools, and producing 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 advanced 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
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:
Multiple Choice Test: Conducted in a controlled, invigilated setting, this test assesses the apprentice’s theoretical knowledge.
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice performing tasks in a realistic work environment, evaluating their practical skills and knowledge.
Portfolio-Based Interview: An assessor interviews the apprentice, who supports their responses with evidence from their portfolio to demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs).
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.
This advanced apprenticeship – delivered by a City & Guilds Centre of Excellence – prepares learners for skilled roles in both site carpentry and architectural joinery. Suitable for those working in new builds or renovations, the course develops expertise in constructing or crafting complex building components. Site carpenters learn to work on domestic and commercial projects, often liaising with other trades and overseeing tasks. Architectural joiners train in precision timber work within a workshop, collaborating with architects and designers. The course equips apprentices with the technical and supervisory skills needed to meet growing industry demands.
This course is ideal for those currently, or soon to be, employed in the trade. You’ll work as part of a team, potentially supervising others, using tools and machinery to build or refurbish structures based on architectural plans and specifications. 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 been continuously for the past 3 years
Have the right to work in the UK
Have a relevant job role where the learning can be applied
Obtain a Level 2 in English and Maths (or equivalent) — this can be achieved during the apprenticeship
Have Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery
Final entry criteria may vary depending on the employer’s discretion
Course curriculum
Knowledge Areas
Health, safety and welfare, including working at height
Safety signs and fire safety
Principles of building construction
Advanced joinery techniques
Advanced architectural joinery
Site and tool security
Use of hand and power tools
Fixtures and fittings, including non-structural carpentry
Structural carcassing methods
Replacing glazing in windows and doors
Skills Development
Proficient use of hand and power tools
Producing technical drawings, including CAD plans
Applying advanced joinery skills
Constructing doors, window frames and staircases
Installing stair components such as handrails and spindles
Laying floor joists and coverings
Erecting trussed roof rafters
Building complex traditional roofing structures
Installing a range of ironmongery fittings
Core Behaviours
Effective communication
Teamwork
Ability to work independently
Logical and analytical thinking
Time management
Adaptability in dynamic environments
Working efficiently and professionally
Health, safety and welfare, including working at height
Safety signs and fire safety
Principles of building construction
Advanced joinery techniques
Advanced architectural joinery
Site and tool security
Use of hand and power tools
Fixtures and fittings, including non-structural carpentry
Structural carcassing methods
Replacing glazing in windows and doors
Proficient use of hand and power tools
Producing technical drawings, including CAD plans
Applying advanced joinery skills
Constructing doors, window frames and staircases
Installing stair components such as handrails and spindles
Laying floor joists and coverings
Erecting trussed roof rafters
Building complex traditional roofing structures
Installing a range of ironmongery fittings
Effective communication
Teamwork
Ability to work independently
Logical and analytical thinking
Time management
Adaptability in dynamic environments
Working efficiently and professionally
Benefits of this Course
Develop industry-ready skills
Learn advanced carpentry techniques, including advanced architectural joinery, proficient use of hand and power tools, and producing 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 advanced 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 advanced carpentry techniques, including advanced architectural joinery, proficient use of hand and power tools, and producing 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 advanced 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
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:
Multiple Choice Test: Conducted in a controlled, invigilated setting, this test assesses the apprentice’s theoretical knowledge.
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice performing tasks in a realistic work environment, evaluating their practical skills and knowledge.
Portfolio-Based Interview: An assessor interviews the apprentice, who supports their responses with evidence from their portfolio to demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs).
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:
Multiple Choice Test: Conducted in a controlled, invigilated setting, this test assesses the apprentice’s theoretical knowledge.
Practical Assessment with Questions: An assessor observes the apprentice performing tasks in a realistic work environment, evaluating their practical skills and knowledge.
Portfolio-Based Interview: An assessor interviews the apprentice, who supports their responses with evidence from their portfolio to demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs).
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.
