Course Aims

Vocational Qualifications are designed to allow you to demonstrate your skills following your initial training. They are assessed in your workplace environment by an occupationally competent assessor and provide an effective way to progress your career and qualification by demonstrating competence against a set of performance objectives.

Level 2 - VQ Skilled Trade (Carpentry/Joinery)

Who Attends

Candidates must be experienced and skilled within their chosen skilled trade.

Course Content

  • Induction
  • Skill Scan Analysis
  • Knowledge questions
  • CV
  • Method Statement
  • Risk Assessment
  • Videos
  • Photographs
  • Drawings
  • Timesheets
  • Manufacturers guidelines


The candidate will be assessed to ensure they are capable of applying key practical skills and knowledge in the chosen skilled trade. This assessment is designed to qualify experienced skilled workers, those who currently work in the construction trade or those that are looking to re-enter their trade after a period of absence.

Course Duration

Approximately 2-3 site visits are required for this VQ.

Qualifications Obtained

On successful completion of the qualification a level II S/NVQ will be awarded in Carpentry/Joinery. This award enables the candidate to apply for the CSCS Skilled worker Card (Blue Card).

*Please note, Sibbald do not apply for CSCS Cards*

Entry Requirements

Candidates must be experienced in Carpentry/Joinery to progress through the VQ.

Additional Information

VQ Costs:
£1,050.00 + VAT Per person
£130.85 (VAT exempt) registration and certificate fee

*Please note, there may be travel, accommodation and meal costs extra to the above depending on where your site is located*

Arrange your course with Sibbald

If pre-scheduled dates are not listed on this page, or if the dates published do not fit your requirement, please contact us as arrangements can be made to suit your needs. 

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