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Wood Occupations - Carpentry & Joinery
Level 3 NVQ Diploma

This Level 3 Wood Occupations NVQ diploma is for those working in carpentry and joinery in various areas.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma
Wood Occupations (Construction)

About This Course

Qualification title
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction)

Occupation
Skilled Worker: Carpenter and Joiner ( site ), Architectural Shopfitting Site or Bench Work.

The Level 3 NVQ in Wood Occupations is for those working in Carpentry and Joinery within an Advanced role in various areas such as Site Carpentry, Architectural, Wheelwrighting, Shopfitting benches, Shopfitting Site, Structural posts and beams, and Frame Erection erection who want to prove their competence.

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Eligible For Grant & Funding

This NVQ is eligible to claim the CITB Short Qualification Grant. If you are a CITB-registered employer and up-to-date with your Levy returns, then £600 can be claimed upon completion of the NVQ.

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Qualification Structure

Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete all units.
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
M/503/2915Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace3
R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
R/615/2815Installing bespoke first fixing components in the workplace3
Y/615/2816Installing bespoke second fixing components in the workplace3
D/615/2817Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace

Unit Endorsements:

Three from the following endorsements required for cutting machines:

  • Saw – three of the following endorsements required: circular, chop, mitre, bench or table, jig, reciprocating, oscillator
  • Drill
  • Planer
  • Biscuit jointer
  • Disc cutter
  • Morticer

    PLUS Two of the following endorsements required for shaping machines:

  • Thicknesser
  • Sander (orbital, belt, disc)
  • Router
  • Planner
  • Laminate trimmer
  • 2
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete two units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    H/615/2818Erecting structural carcassing components in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following:

  • Inclined roofs with gables
  • Load bearing partitions
  • Joists (ground, upper or flat roof) including coverings (flat roofs, decks or floors)
  • 2
    K/615/2819Maintaining non-structural or structural components in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following for non-structural components:

  • Frames (to include priming the repair)
  • Mouldings (to including priming the repair)
  • Floor joist covering (or flat roof)
  • Sash cords
  • Windows replacement glazing
  • Fascia, soffits and bargeboards
  • Non-structural stair components
  • False ceiling

    Plus
    Two
    of the following for structural components:

  • Stall risers
  • Structural joists (including support)
  • Structural rafters (including support)
  • Structural stair components
  • Load bearing partitions
  • Form openings
  • 3
    D/615/2820Erecting roof structure carcassing components in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following:

  • Hips and/or valley
  • Roof verge and eaves
  • Parapet finishings
  • False chimneys
  • Openings (e.g. windows, hatches, dormers, roof lights and vents)
  • 3

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915 Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace
    3
    R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
    2
    H/615/2821Producing setting out details for routine architectural joinery products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Architectural Joinery – at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Windows with opening lights
  • Units and/or fitments
  • Panelling or cladding
  • Staircases
  • 2
    K/615/2822Marking out from setting out details for routine architectural joinery products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Architectural Joinery – at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Windows with opening lights
  • Units and/or fitments
  • Panelling or cladding
    VStaircases
  • 2
    M/615/2823Manufacturing routine architectural joinery products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Architectural Joinery – at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Windows with opening lights
  • Units and/or fitments
  • Panelling or cladding
  • Staircases
  • 2
    T/615/2824Manufacturing bespoke architectural joinery products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Architectural Joinery – at least three items from the following:

  • Door sets
  • Doors
  • Opening windows
  • Units and fitments
  • Panelling or cladding
  • Joinery products incorporating any of the following: glass, metal, fabrics, veneers and laminates
  • Staircases (straight and with turns)
  • Handrails and balustrades
  • Joinery products with single curvature features
  • Joinery products with double curvature features
  • 3
    T/615/2841 Setting up and using fixed machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Six of the following:

  • Circular saw
  • Planer
  • Thicknesser
  • Bandsaw
  • Morticer
  • Tenoner
  • Spindle moulder
  • Drill
  • Grinder
  • Sander
  • Overhead router
  • 3
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    M/615/2840Producing CAD setting out details in the workplace3
    A/615/2842Producing setting out details for bespoke architectural joinery products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Architectural Joinery – at least three items from the following:

  • Door sets
  • Doors
  • Opening windows
  • Units and fitments
  • Panelling or cladding
  • Joinery products incorporating any of the following: glass, metal, fabrics, veneers and laminates
  • Staircases (straight and with turns)
  • Handrails and balustrades
  • Joinery products with single curvature features
  • Joinery products with double curvature features
  • 3
    T/615/2855 Producing wood and wood-based products using computer numerically controlled/numerically controls (CNC/NC) machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One endorsement required from list A
    or
    Two endorsements from list B:

    List A:

  • High-speed router
  • Window centre

    List B:

  • Single-end tenoner
  • Sanding machine
  • Double-end tenoner
  • Panel saw
  • Morticing machines
  • Lathe
  • Four-sided planer
  • Sanding machine
  • Boring machine
  • Shaping machine
  • Edge banner
  • Spindle moulder
  • Beam saw
  • 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace3
    R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
    F/615/2843Producing setting out details for routine wheelwrighting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Wheelwrighting – Carriage construction: wheels plus at least one item from the following:

  • Doors
  • Wooden frames vehicles
  • Shafts
  • 2
    J/615/2844 Marking out from setting out details for routine wheelwrighting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Wheelwrighting – Carriage construction: wheels plus at least one item from the following:

  • Doors
  • Wooden frames vehicles
  • Shafts
  • 2
    L/615/2845 Manufacturing routine wheelwrighting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Wheelwrighting – Carriage construction: wheels plus at least one item from the following:

  • Doors
  • Wooden frames vehicles
  • Shafts
  • 2
    R/615/2846Manufacturing bespoke wheelwrighting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Wheelwrighting – Carriage construction: wheels plus at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames
  • Wooden frames vehicles
  • Shafts
  • Butt welding rims
  • Metal and/or rubber tyring
  • Wooden frames vehicles with single curvature features
  • Wooden framed vehicles with double curvature features
  • 3
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    T/615/2841Setting up and using fixed machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Six of the following endorsements required:

  • Circular saw
  • Tenoner
  • Planer
  • Spindle moulder
  • Thicknesser
  • Drill
  • Bandsaw
  • Grinder
  • Morticer
  • Sander
  • Overhead router
  • 3
    Y/615/2847Producing setting out details for bespoke wheelwrighting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Wheelwrighting – Carriage construction: Wheels plus two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames
  • Wooden framed vehicles
  • Shafts
  • Steps
  • Wooden framed vehicles with single curvature features
  • Wooden frames vehicles with double curvature features
  • 3

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace3
    R/503/2924 Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
    Marking out from setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting – Timber and/or timber based products land/or composite materials, and/or metal , at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and cladding
  • Units and fitments
  • 2
    D/615/2848Installing shopfitting frames and finishings in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Six of the following:

  • Door frames
  • Hung doors
  • Door sets
  • Mouldings or trims
  • Ironmongery
  • Service encasement
  • Linings
  • Panelling and/or cladding
  • Partition walling
  • Staircase finishings and balustrades
  • Staircases
  • Bulkheads and soffits
  • Units and fitments
  • Window frames
  • 2
    H/615/2849Installing shopfitting fitments in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following required:

  • Counters
  • Display units
  • Shelving units
  • Fixed seating
  • 2
    Y/615/2850Installing shopfronts and finishings in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following required:

  • Shopfront surrounds
  • Stall risers
  • Mouldings or trim
  • Window beds
  • Fascias
  • Specialist treatment and finishings
  • Blind box
  • 2
    Setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following cutting machines:

    Saw – three from the following: circular, chop, mitre, bench or table, jog, reciprocating, oscillating

  • Drill
  • Planer
  • Biscuit jointer
  • Disc cutter
  • Morticer
  • 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace5
    R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
    D/615/2851Producing setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting – Timber and/or timber based products land/or composite materials, and/or metal , at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and cladding
  • Units and fitment
  • 2
    H/615/2852Marking out from setting out details for routine shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting – Timber and/or timber based products land/or composite materials, and/or metal , at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and cladding
  • Units and fitments
  • 2
    K/615/2853Manufacturing routine shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting – Timber and/or timber based products land/or composite materials, and/or metal , at least two items from the following:

  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and cladding
  • Units and fitments
  • 2
    M/615/2854Manufacturing bespoke shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting products group - timber, timber based products and/or composite materials and/or metal – three items from the following:

  • Door sets
  • Internal screens
  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and/or cladding
  • Units and fitments
  • Products incorporating any of the following – glass, fabrics,
    veneers, laminates, staircases (straight and with turns)
  • Handrails and balustrades
  • Shopfitting products with single curvature features
  • Shopfitting products with double curvature features
  • Soffits and bulkheads
  • 3
    T/615/2841Setting up and using fixed machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Six of the following endorsements required:

  • Circular saw
  • Tenoner
  • Planer
  • Spindle moulder
  • Thicknesser
  • Drill
  • Bandsaw
  • Grinder
  • Morticer
  • Sander
  • Overhead router
  • 2
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    M/615/2840Producing CAD setting out details in the workplace3
    T/615/2855Producing wood and wood-based products using computer numerically controlled/numerically controlled (CNC/NC) machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One endorsement required from list A
    or
    Two endorsements from list B:

    List A:

  • High-speed router
  • Window centre

    List B:

  • Single-end tenoner
  • Sanding machine
  • Double-end tenoner
  • Boring machine
  • Panel saw
  • Shaping machine
  • Morticing machines
  • Edge bander
  • Lathe
  • Spindle moulder
  • Four-sided planer
  • Beam saw
  • 2
    A/615/2856Producing setting out details for bespoke shopfitting products in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Shopfitting products group - timber, timber based products and/or composite materials and/or metal – three items from the following:

  • Door sets
  • Internal screens
  • Doors
  • Frames and linings
  • Shopfront sashes including associated elements
  • Panelling and/or cladding
  • Units and fitments
  • Products incorporating any of the following – glass, fabrics, veneers, laminates, staircases (straight and with turns)
  • Handrails and balustrades
  • Shopfitting products with single curvature features
  • Shopfitting products with double curvature features
  • Soffits and bulkheads
  • 3

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915 Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace3
    R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
    F/517/2857Designing and fabricating structural timber connections in the workplace3
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete two units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    M/615/2840 Producing CAD setting out details in the workplace 3
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller - Structural post and beam carpentry
  • Slinger signaller - Timber frame erection
  • 2
    T/615/2855 Producing wood and wood-based products using computer numerically controls/numerically controlled (CNC/NC) machinery in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One endorsement required from list A
    or
    Two endorsements from list B:

    List A:

  • High-speed router
  • Window centre

    List B:

  • Single-end tenoner
  • Sanding machine
  • Double-end tenoner
  • Boring machine
  • Panel saw
  • Shaping machine
  • Morticing machines
  • Edge bander
  • Lathe
  • Spindle moulder
  • Four-sided planer
  • Beam saw
  • 2
    J/615/2858Conserving or restoring heavy timber framework in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following:

  • Walls (structural and/or non-structural)
  • Floors
  • Roofs
  • 3
    L/615/2859Fabricating post and beam components in the workplace3

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete all units.
    Unit Ref.TitleLevel
    A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational area in the workplace3
    M/503/2915Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the workplace3
    R/503/2924Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace3
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace2
    F/615/2860Co-ordinating and confirming the dimensional control requirements of the work in the workplace3
    J/615/2861 Erecting timber walls and floors in the workplace2
    L/615/2862 Erecting timber roof structures in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Pre-assembled roof structures – mechanically handled, plus one of the following:

  • In situ roofs – manually handled
  • In situ roofs – mechanically handled
  • 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller - Structural post and beam carpentry
  • Slinger signaller - Timber frame erection
  • 2
    D/615/2820Erecting complex roof structure carcassing components in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Hips and/or valleys
  • Roof verge and eaves
  • Parapet finishings
  • False chimneys
  • Openings (e.g. windows, hatches, dormers, roof lights and vents)
  • 3
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    Frequently Asked Questions
    Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

    The Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) is a qualification designed for experienced carpenters and joiners who want to validate their skills and knowledge. It covers various aspects of wood occupations, including site carpentry and architectural joinery.

    This qualification is intended for individuals who are currently employed in the construction industry and have significant experience in wood occupations. It is ideal for those looking to advance their careers or formalise their existing skills.

    Candidates typically need to be employed in a relevant role within the construction industry and have completed a Level 2 NVQ in Wood Occupations or have equivalent experience.

    Assessment is carried out through a combination of on-site observations, professional discussions, witness testimonies, and the review of work products. An assessor will visit your workplace to evaluate your skills and knowledge in a real-world setting.

    Evidence can include photographs of your work, videos, work logs, supervisor or client testimonials, risk assessments, and any other relevant documentation that demonstrates your competence in wood occupations.

    Completing the Level 3 NVQ Diploma can lead to better job opportunities, higher pay, and increased job security. It also demonstrates your commitment to professional development and can open doors to further qualifications and training.

    With this qualification, you can advance to supervisory roles, such as site supervisor or project manager. It also provides a pathway to more specialised roles or starting your own business in carpentry and joinery.

    Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Skilled Worker card, as long as you have completed the specified health and safety test within 2 years of applying for the card.

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