Carpentry & Joinery - Architectural Joinery Apprenticeship Level 2
An Architectural Joiner Apprenticeship Level 2 is designed to develop foundational skills and knowledge in the craft of joinery, preparing individuals for a professional career in the construction industry. This apprenticeship focuses on both the practical and theoretical aspects of architectural joinery, ensuring that apprentices are well-prepared for a variety of tasks.
Architectural Joiners are responsible for creating and installing building components, such as doors, windows, staircases, and bespoke furniture. Their duties involve interpreting technical drawings and specifications, selecting and using appropriate tools and materials, and applying safe working practices in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Throughout the apprenticeship, individuals learn to set out and mark out basic architectural products, ensuring that all work meets industry standards and client expectations. They develop skills in using woodworking machinery and tools to produce high-quality finishes. Apprentices also gain experience in collaborating with other construction professionals, such as site carpenters, bricklayers, and designers, to ensure seamless integration of their components into the overall building project.
Entry requirements
You must be employed in a relevant role for a minimum of 30 hours per week. As a minimum you should have 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above. If you do not have grade 4 or above in English and Maths and you are aged 18 or under at the start of your apprenticeship, you will be required to work towards Level 2 Functional Skills in these subjects.
What will I study?
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge skills and behaviours required to work as an Architectural Joiner and will include the following:
- Health and safety to include Control of Substances Hazardous to Health, Manual Handling and Working at Height Regulations, use of PPE etc.
- Principles of building construction terminology and components, Building Information Modelling (BIM) and environmental and sustainability considerations
- Interpreting and producing relevant information from drawings, specifications and work instructions including the basic principles of Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Understand the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with timber and timber-based products and components
- How to use hand and power tools including narrow bandsaws, crosscut saws, re-saws, panel saws, surface planers, thicknessers and mortices
- How to manufacture routine architectural joinery products such as door, window, straight stairs and fitting parts, how to produce door, window and fitting parts, and how to finish products to the specified standard for them to accept a range of finishes
- How to install a range of common ironmongery components for doors, windows and units using a range of hand and power tools.
You will also produce a portfolio of evidence demonstrating examples of your work produced through the apprenticeship
Method of delivery
This apprenticeship is delivered on a day release basis – One day per week at York College during college term time – and working with your employer the rest of the time. If required Functional Skills are delivered as a separate block release.
How will I be assessed?
Continual assessment will take place throughout the duration of the apprenticeship. The End-Point Assessment (EPA) will comprise of:
• 12-hour practical test with questions, split over 2 days
• 60-minute interview based on the portfolio that you have completed during your apprenticeship
Additional costs
There are no specific College programme related costs, however you will be advised of any additional costs during your application and enrolment process.
Qualifications received
Architectural Joinery apprenticeship Level 2.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
The achievement of this standard will meet the requirements of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) ‘Skilled Worker’ apprenticeship, which is widely accepted in the sector as a ‘license to operate’ in a skilled construction trade. This can include working for a business or self-employment. You can also progress on to higher level qualifications to increase your skills and knowledge of the Construction Industry
To find out more about how to become an apprentice or how to recruit an apprentice into your business, please contact York College Apprenticeships Team:
Tel: 01904 770368
Email: apprenticeships@yorkcollege.ac.uk
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