WVR School Leavers' Prospectus 2021-2022

CARPENTRY & JOINERY - VOCATIONAL COURSES
WHY STUDY CARPENTRY
JOINERY WITH US?
Progression opportunities
After completing your course, you will have the necessary
skills to progress into employment within the industry.
Alternatively, you may wish to progress onto further study
and undertake our HNC in Construction or a Higher
Apprenticeship.
Industry links
The college has close links with a number of organisations
with which you can undertake work placements to develop
your practical skills and industry knowledge. Previous
students have even managed to secure employment or
apprenticeship opportunities after impressing employers
during their work placement.
You will also have the opportunity to display your skills in
external competitions. Previous students have competed and
won medals in the National Skillbuild Competition, which is
the biggest multi-trade competition in the UK for trainees.
You will benefit from meeting industry experts and hearing
about their knowledge and experience. Skilled experts
including CH Joinery Ltd and HiKOKI Powertools UK
provide unique course related demonstrations to help further
your learning.
Alumni
Previous students have secured fantastic careers with
leading employers including Cruden Construction, David
Wilson Homes, Persimmon Homes, Taylor Wimpey, Urban
Construction, and Vinci Construction.
Trips and visits
As part of your course you will have the opportunity to visit
a variety of local and national companies such as Vinci
Construction and Metsa Construction.
Facilities
Our fully equipped Carpentry & Joinery workshops contain
all of the tools you will need to enhance your skills and
prepare you for a career in the industry. We are dedicated to
ensuring you have access to the latest equipment and are
fully prepared for a career as a carpenter or joiner.
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