Student Handbook 2024/25
Woodworking Skills (Carpentry and Joinery) (Level 2 Apprenticeship OCN NI Level 2 Diploma)
OCNNI
Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Important Message
If you are interested in applying for this course for 24/25 academic year, please email admissions@nwrc.ac.uk for more information.
Applications for September 2025 will open soon.!
Available Sessions
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CourseCampusTypeStart DateFees
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Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Apprenticeship OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Woodworking Skills (Carpentry and Joinery)Campus: SpringtownType: Full TimeStart Date: 02/09/2024Fees:
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Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Apprenticeship OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Woodworking Skills (Carpentry and Joinery)Campus: GreystoneType: Full TimeStart Date: 02/09/2024Fees:
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Course Offering
- Site location Springtown Limavady Greystone
Course Modules
- First and Second Fix Carpentry Techniques
- Maintain and Use Woodworking Hand and Power Tools
- Practical Woodworking Project
- Setting, Marking Out and Manufacturing of Joinery Products
- Understanding Construction Methods
- Health, Safety and Welfare in Woodworking Occupations
- Interpreting Construction Drawings and Information
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above. You must also have employment with a N.Ireland registered company confirmed. Applicants without ICT @ Level 2 must commit to additional class for this to be achieved in first year of programme. PT evening ICT classes @nwrc available prior to September 2024.ROI Requirements
Leaving Certificate English and Maths at Grade O5 or above. You must also have employment with a N.Ireland registered company confirmed. Applicants without ICT @ Level 2 must commit to additional class for this to be achieved in first year of programme. PT evening ICT classes @nwrc available prior to September 2024.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Attendance at Information Session
Work Placement
You are employed so you attend NWRC 1 day per week to complete the Level 2 qualification and you will also be assessed on site by NWRC Assessor.
Fee Information
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Additional Fees
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Uniform - PPE required for workshop activities safety boots & overalls college cover the cost
What's Next?
Further Study
On successful completion of the Apprentice NI Level 3, options for further progression include Higher Level Apprenticeships, Higher National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, NEBOSH, Degree options HE.Career Prospects
• Newly trained bench joiners can earn in the range of £14,000 - £17,000• Trained with experience bench joiners can earn in the range of £20,000 - £30,000• Senior/master craft bench joiners can earn in the range of £30,000 - £40,000Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, and the amount of overtime worked. Self-employed bench joiners set their own pay rates.Carpenters and Joiners with the right skills and qualifications can become College Lecturers.Enquiry
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