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The NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Wood Occupations is a flexible, work-based qualification designed to formally recognise the skills and experience of those already working in a wood occupation role such as a carpenter or joiner.

This qualification is comprised of three mandatory units and six optional units, allowing learners to tailor the course to their individual skillset and experience.

Mandatory units include moving, handling, and storing resources in the workplace, productive working practices, and general health and safety when working in a wood occupation.

The optional units include non-structural carpentry work, installing first or second fixing components, and installing fire-resistant timber doors.

Candidates should select the optional units that are most relevant to their role to gain the minimum credit value required to complete the qualification.

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This qualification is aimed at those who have responsibility for carrying out work in construction-related wood occupations in the workplace and onsite. Because of the wide range of wood occupations, it is not expected that all candidates will carry out the same activities; the qualification is structured to ensure that there is a high degree of flexibility within the units available, there are 6 pathways to cover a range of tasks that come under the following broad headings: site carpentry, bench joinery, structural post and beam carpentry, light structural timber framing, timber frame erection and timber decks and cladding. All work must be completed following industry recognised safe working practices and in accordance with relevant legislation. This qualification is at Level 2, although some units may be at different levels and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with routine assignments. Candidates should require minimum supervision in undertaking the job. The qualification has been developed in a way to allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete.

Completion of this NVQ will allow you to apply for a Blue CSCS Trade card.

Mandatory Units (All to be completed)
J/503/1169 Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
A/503/1170 Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
F/503/1171 Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
Pathway 1 (site carpentry) (Min 3 Units Required)
K/503/3402 Installing First Fixing Components in the Workplace
T/503/3404 Installing Second Fixing Components in the Workplace
M/503/2641 Erecting Structural Carcassing Components in the Workplace
T/503/2642 Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace
D/503/2408 Setting Up and Using Transportable Cutting and Shaping Machines in the Workplace
Pathway 2 (Architectural Joinery) Mandatory
A/506/4976 Manufacturing routine architectural joinery products in the workplace
Pathway 2 Optional Units
F/503/2644 Producing Setting Out Details for Routine Bench/Architectural Joinery Products in the Workplace
D/503/2649 Marking Out from Setting Out Details for Routine Bench/Architectural Joinery Products in the Workplace
D/503/2408 Setting Up and Using Transportable Cutting and Shaping Machines in the Workplace
Pathway 3 (Structural post and Beam Carpentry) Mandatory
K/503/2721 Setting Out Timber Framework in the Workplace
J/503/2726 Fabricating Timber Framework in the Workplace
R/503/2731 Assembling and Erecting Heavy Timber Framework – Post and Beam in the Workplace
Pathway 4 (Light structural timber framing) Mandatory
L/503/2632 Installing Frames and Linings in the Workplace
M/503/2638 Installing Internal Mouldings in the Workplace
T/503/2642 Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace
R/503/2924 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace
Pathway 5 (Timber frame erection) Mandatory
A/503/2741 Erecting Timber Walls and Floors in the Workplace
Y/503/2746 Erecting Timber Roof Structures in the Workplace
M/503/2770 Installing Supplementary Timber Frame Fixings and Features in the Workplace
Pathway 6 (Timber Decks and Cladding) Mandatory
D/503/2408 Setting Up and Using Transportable Cutting and Shaping Machines in the Workplace
Pathway 6 Optional Units (1 Unit Required)
M/503/2736 Installing Rainscreen Wall Cladding Systems in the Workplace
T/503/2737 Installing Specialised Wall Cladding and Bespoke Systems in the Workplace
A/503/2738 Installing Timber Wall Cladding Systems in the Workplace
F/503/2496 Installing Low Level Timber Decks in the Workplace
L/503/2498 Installing Elevated Timber Decks in the Workplace

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There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but as it is work-based, you will need to already be employed in a wood occupation.

An NVQ is a qualification that proves a candidate’s competence in their role, so those taking this qualification will benefit from already having some experience on the job under their belt.

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