Carpentry and Joinery (Modern Apprenticeship) Modern Apprenticeship
Study mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time., You are released from work to attend classes on campus or at a learning centre for a set period.
Course type: Modern Apprenticeship
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at your local campus or learning centre., You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.
Duration: Full time: 4 years
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable., You are supported, monitored and assessed in a workplace.
What is special about this course?
We offer a Modern Apprenticeships in Carpentry and Joinery for students already in employment at a craft, technical or management Level.
The modern apprenticeship is a three to four year programme delivered in partnership with the student, employer and training provider and comprises of the following components:
- SVQ 3
- PDA
- Core Skills
Entry requirements
This programme is for those already working in the construction industry.
The PDA component of the qualification is delivered in college on block release while the SVQ 3 is delivered in the workplace supported by visits from College assessors. Content includes:
• Install second fixing components
• Timber frames (internal and external)
• Ground and upper floor construction
• Woodworking and power tools
• Pitched roof construction
• Domestic fitments
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
- Block release
- Face-to-face
- Block release
How long will my course last?
4 Years- Beechwood Campus
Start date
August/September
Fees
For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.
What can I do on completion of my course?
- Further study at SCQF level 7
- Employment within the construction industry.
Employers and applicants, please email for more information bsc.inverness.ic@uhi.ac.uk
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Inverness. UHI Inverness 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.