Overview

This FREE four-week adult-only (19+) part-time evening course is perfect if you want to develop essential carpentry and joinery skills for employment, career progression or personal projects.

Even if it has been years since you last studied, you will be supported throughout. Our tutors are experienced in helping adults return to education and will guide you at every stage. You will learn in small classes with other like-minded adults, creating a supportive and relaxed atmosphere.

What will I study?

Carrying out basic carpentry and joinery activities
Using hand tools such as planes and chisels safely and effectively
Producing basic woodworking joints and frames

By the end of the course, you will have developed practical skills and confidence in fundamental woodworking techniques.

Start date, attendance and fee

Start date - Monday 27 April
Attendance - Two evenings per week (Mondays and Tuesdays), 5.00-8.00pm
Fee - Free/£75*

Elibigiblity to attend for free:

Aged 19+ (on the start of the course)
Living in eligible postcodes
Annual income is less than £33,796.80 and you live in the EMCCA area (Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire) OR your annual income is less than £25,750 and you live outside the EMCCA area (non-devolved)
Economically inactive** but seeking work
Claiming one of the eligible benefits.

Please contact the college for further details on 0808 100 3626.

Adult learning support and guidance

Starting something new can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. From careers guidance to mental health and wellbeing, we’re here to support you before you apply and throughout your time with us.
Visit our adult support page

Entry requirements
This course is only available to adults aged 19+.
- No previous experience or skills are required.
Assessment
Practical assessment.
Progression
- Carpentry and Joinery - Level 1.
Careers
Studying Construction Crafts and Building Services at West Notts College
Visit our construction crafts and building subject area to explore the full range of courses available.

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

*New learners only. Returning learners would be required to pay the full course fee of £150.

**Economically inactive people are those who are neither employed nor claiming benefits but are wanting to gain a qualification to gain employment.