Carpentry and Joinery SCQF 6 (Stornoway) and (Thurso) SVQ

What is special about this course?

This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 and above who currently aspire to work in the construction industry, with a focus on carpentry and joinery. This course is ideal for individuals aiming to develop carpentry skills, those looking to progress through an apprenticeship, and work in the carpentry and joinery industry. 

Entry requirements

To access this award candidates must secure employment with a construction company where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow them to gather the required evidence to complete the SVQ.

UHI North, West and Hebrides offers a range of National Progression Awards (NPA’s) aimed at preparing students for the construction industry. Level 4 and 5 awards can be accessed from 3rd to 6th year in school to get a taster of multiple trades within the construction industry. Successful completion of these NPA’s would be of benefit to any candidate approaching an employer within the construction Industry.

Students will study a range of modules including: 

  • Conform to general workplace Health, Safety and Welfare
  • Construction Craft Associated Subjects
  • Woodworking Power Tool Skills
  • Install Domestic Fitments
  • Domestic Straight Flight Stairs
  • Door Construction
  • First Fixing
  • Ground and Upper Floor Construction
  • Panelling and Installation 
  • Roof Construction 
  • Repairs and Maintenance 
  • Second Fixing Timber Frame Construction and Internal Partitioning Systems 
  • Woodworking Machine Skills
  • Workshop Practise and Hand Skills
  • Window Construction
     

 

How will I study my course?

  • Work based

How long will my course last?

3 Years

Where can I study my course?

    • Stornoway
    • Thurso

Fees

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What can I do on completion of my course?

  • Further study at SCQF level 7
  • Employment within the construction industry

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If you would like to apply to study this course in Stornoway and Thurso, please contact: workbasedlearning.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North, West and Hebrides. UHI North, West and Hebrides operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.