This course is the City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry (6706-23), for aspiring carpenters wishing to study as an apprentice at college. Applicants will need to have the support of a relevant employer who will allow attendance at college one-day per week and work the remaining days in industry.
The course will develop knowledge and skills whilst simultaneously working alongside industry professionals in the workplace to become a fully qualified carpenter. The course is split over two years with the first year focusing on enabling skills to prepare for final assessments in Year 2.
Please note:
Course fees could be subject to change.
We often receive a high volume of applications for this course. Applications will be reviewed before places are guaranteed.
Places on the course are filled on a first come first served basis, subject to all entry criteria being met. Highlands College will contact you to confirm your place on the course.
The applicant must be employed within the industry. No formal entry qualifications are required. Support mechanisms are available to ensure equity in accessing this course.
Cost per year
£1,764.00
Course length
A 2-year
part time course commencing September 2025 and ending June 2027.
Exact dates: 8th September 2025 - 30th June 2027
Work experience
Must be fully employed in the trade to access this course. A student who loses their sponsor part way through, is allowed to remain on the course for up to six weeks to secure a new employer.
Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry
Level 2
Construction & Engineering
Part Time
Entry requirements
The applicant must be employed within the industry. No formal entry qualifications are required. Support mechanisms are available to ensure equity in accessing this course.
Cost per year
£1,764.00
Course length
A 2-year
part time course commencing September 2026 and ending June 2028.
Exact dates: 7th September 2026 - 28th June 2028
Work experience
Must be fully employed in the trade to access this course. A student who loses their sponsor part way through, is allowed to remain on the course for up to six weeks to secure a new employer.
Hear from our staff and students
Highlands Apprenticeships
It was really nice to communicate with people in different trades, see how they tackled problems, and learn from their experiences.
