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Carpenters and joiners > Carpenter
Construction, the built environment and trades
Carpenters and joiners make and install wooden structures, fittings and furniture.
You could take a college course, like:
You'll usually need some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for a Level 2 apprenticeship. At Level 3, you'll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent. You'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site.
You'll need:
Depending on where you work, you will:
With experience, you could become a site supervisor or construction project manager. You could also move into construction estimating and contracts management, or specialise in areas like stage sets or heritage restoration. You could start your own business or train apprentices.
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*THIS IS NOT A JOB VACACNY OR YOUR APPLICATION TO EXETER COLLEGE APPRENTICESHIPS*By applying here and attaching your CVcover letter you are registering your interest in the Carpentry or Joinery Apprenticeship with Exeter College. From this you are put in a talent pool, sent marketing materials and your CV can be passed onto employers looking for apprentices. Please ensure that you have attached a CV to your application or you will not be considered for any position. Your CV should include why you are interested in becoming a Carpenter or Joiner.
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