Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Wood Occupation (Diploma)

All materials are provided as well as tools, equipment and PPE. We recommend that you provide your own steel-capped footwear for use in the workshop.

If you are aged 19 or over, fees for tuition, exams and materials may be payable on enrolment.

Having successfully developed basic hand tool skills through completing the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery, this programme will deepen your understanding of Architectural Joinery as a specialism within these trades. This level 2 qualification is known as a Technical Occupational Entry in Wood Occupation which equates to a level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery. Developing these specialist skills will improve your employability prospects with a Bench Joinery company, and you will be working on the same course subjects as those on an Apprenticeship programme. 

Level 1 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery.

Our experienced teachers will help you prepare for employment and/or career progression in bench joinery. Job opportunities include manufacturing bespoke joinery such as doors, windows and stairs; and may lead to opportunities in architectural joinery.

The course covers the following skills:

• The set-up and operation of a circular saw
• The production of setting-out details for bench joinery products
• How to mark out from setting out details for bench joinery products
• The manufacture bench joinery products
• The principles of building construction, information, and communication

Students will be required to attend Maths and English (GCSE or Functional Skills Level 2) depending on prior achievements and initial assessments.  

Assessments consist of an online theory exam at the end of May and a synoptic practical assignment in June.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the option to progress to the T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction (T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning For Construction: Surveying and Design for Construction (scg.ac.uk)), or an apprenticeship in architectural bench joinery (www.scg.ac.uk/apprenticeships).

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk