Bench Joinery - Level 3

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs grade 4 or above and a Level 2 relevant qualification. 
Require English OR Maths at grade 4 or above 

• a successful interview with a tutor
• the ability to study independently
• a genuine interest in the subject
• good communication skills

Essential Skills – English and Maths

If you achieve a grade 3 in GCSE Maths or English you will have to work towards re-sitting these subjects as part of your main study programme. At B&FC, this won’t delay your career journey because you’re working towards these subjects at the same time as your chosen subject.

Qualification Obtained

Industry Placement and Field Trips

Work placement is a mandatory element of the study programme for all 16-18 year olds, students will spend a minimum of 20 hours in a relevant work placement, this can be achieved in a number of ways such as work on local projects, community challenge work or with an employer.

Students are encouraged to look for their work experience independently.

Learning and Teaching Methods

At Blackpool and The Fylde College we recognise that all students learn differently and our tutors work with you to ensure that their teaching methods support the way that you like to learn.

This qualification consists of 5 hours per week classroom based learning for your underpinning knowledge and 7 hours per week workshop one key teaching and learning method is that of demonstrations.

Your tutors ensure that demonstrations are used whenever possible so you can see the practical skill being used so you can then practise the skill.

Following demonstrations, you will then have hands on practical time where you will be implementing the skill learned.

There will be dedicated individual/self-study time which needs to be supported by your own study out of the College learning environments. E-learning is also a key element of all our courses and will involve you using our Canvas platform for independent study and learning.

Expert Tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of further education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

Other Costs and Equipment Needed

All construction students are required to adhere to Health & Safety when in the workshops, you will therefore need to ensure that you have purchased and are wearing the following items in your practical workshops:

• Safety boots
• Safety helmet
• Hi visibility vest
• Work trousers
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

All of the above items can be purchased from local suppliers for a total cost of £45.

You will also need to be prepared in all your sessions with paper, pens and a folder to keep all your revision and notes that you take during lessons.

Tuition Fees

If you are 18 and under no fees are payable. If you are 19+, please read our tuition fee guide for adult learners.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: City and Guilds

Regulatory Body: Ofsted

Terms and Conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.