SVQ in Carpentry and Joinery

SVQ Level 2 – Carpentry and Joinery (Construction)

The SVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery is a work-based qualification designed for individuals with some practical experience and foundational skills in carpentry and joinery. This qualification forms part of the Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) framework and is essential for those seeking a Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card.

Delivered by Alternative Training, the course allows learners to demonstrate competence on-site, with assessment based on practical work, portfolio evidence, and professional discussion.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Operatives with hands-on experience in carpentry and joinery

• Workers fitting doors, windows, frames, and other timber structures

• Candidates constructing, installing, or maintaining wooden fixtures

• Those aiming to obtain the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in carpentry or joinery is required for this qualification.

What You Will Learn

By completing this course, learners will demonstrate competence in:

• Conforming to general health, safety, and welfare in the workplace

• Applying productive working practices

• Moving, handling, and storing resources safely

• Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines

• Installing First Fix components

• Installing Second Fix components

Learners will compile a portfolio of evidence, including photos, videos, knowledge tests, and witness testimonies, to demonstrate practical competence.

Course Delivery & Assessment

• Course format: Work-based assessment on site

• Assessment: Observation of practical tasks, knowledge tests, and assessor-reviewed portfolio

• Duration: Typically completed in 4 weeks, depending on candidate readiness and evidence gathering

• Certification: SVQ/NVQ Diploma approved by CITB

Assessment includes:

• Practical site observations (photos/videos)

• Knowledge tests or assessor discussions

• Witness testimony from a site manager or supervisor

• Supporting documentation such as RAMS, toolbox talks, and site records

Why Choose Alternative Training?

At Alternative Training, we provide high-quality, work-based assessments that allow learners to:

• Demonstrate practical skills on live construction sites

• Meet industry standards and legal requirements

• Progress towards the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card

• Enhance employability and career progression in carpentry and joinery

Progression & Next Steps

On successful completion, learners can:

• Apply for the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card (subject to a valid HS&E test)

• Progress to Level 3 SVQ/NVQ Carpentry and Joinery

• Take on more responsible or supervisory roles in construction