Events
EKC Folkestone College Open Day
May 14, 2026
4pm to 7pm
Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery Skills
EKC Folkestone College
Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2TZ
Available start dates
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Course Summary
Course Details
Based in our on-site specialist workshops, you’ll explore basic techniques and practices in both the Carpentry and Joinery trades, alongside discovering key aspects of Health and Safety.
Key practices include:
- Cutting and measuring materials
- Selecting appropriate tools
- Installation using adhesives and fittings
- Proper tool storage
- Completing work to a brief
- Decorating
Alongside these, you’ll see how you can transfer your new skills to existing DIY projects and further levels of study.
Your next steps...
If you’re looking to build on your knowledge, this course will help you advance to further study options, such as additional part-time trade courses.
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