Course may be subject to change.
Build a future in Fitted Interiors with this practical apprenticeship programme.
You will gain specialist skills with an employer, and on day release at college, to work on fitted interior projects, such as kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms.
Entry Criteria
You will hold a grade 2 in both GCSE Maths and English.
You will need an employer to support your apprenticeship programme, and to provide the evidence required for the Site Carpentry programme.
Additional Costs
You will be required to purchase a pair of safety boots and stationery.
What are the next steps?
You will meet with a course tutor. You will also carry out a number of tasks which will help us assess your suitability for the course.Please bring evidence of relevant qualifications and proof of ID, e.g. passport or driving license or birth certificate.
Study Aims
This practical apprenticeship programme will help you develop the skills to work in the construction industry and specialise in Fitted Interiors, including: Kitchens ~ Bedroom furniture ~ Bathrooms.
You will gain the underpinning knowledge that will enhance the training you will receive on-the-job in a real working environment with your employer.
Modules Studied
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace ~ Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace ~ Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace ~ Installing Fitted Furniture in the Workplace.
Teaching and Assessment
You will learn on-the-job in a real working environment and in our carpentry and joinery workshop. You will have access to industry standard equipment to prepare you for realistic situations.
You will be assessed using the following methods: Knowledge questions ~ A portfolio of evidence ~ Practical observation ~ End Point Assessment (EPA).
You will receive excellent support to ensure you progress and reach targets to complete the programme. The final End Point Assessment (EPA) is a three-part assessment that involves a multiple-choice online test, portfolio of evidence and a practical test.The multiple-choice online test will cover the theory aspect of the qualification, and the practical test will be carried out under full exam conditions.
End Point Assessment
The final assessment for the qualification is an End Point Assessment (EPA) which must be passed to achieve the full qualification.
Industry Links
We have strong links with local businesses which enables us to continually update our industrial practices so that you are provided with the most enhanced training available.Tutors attend industrial training and spend time back in industry to ensure that current manufacturing practices are being delivered.
Placement
80% of the apprenticeship programme is on-the-job training with an employer who will provide practical training to ensure you are prepared with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed.
20% of the apprenticeship programme involves attending college one day per week for off-the-job training. You will receive theoretical and practical training to complete the Fitted interiors joinery standard.
What else?
New College Durham are at the forefront of construction training in the North East. We provide the highest level of education while linking closely with local employers to constantly develop the range and content of courses available. Successful completion of this course will enable the apprentice to apply for membership to the Institute of Carpenters.
You could progress to a relevant Level 3 advanced apprenticeship at New College Durham.
Completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship programme may allow you to progress to a relevant degree level course at New College Durham, such as HNC Construction & the Built Environment.
