Master Every Aspect of Kitchen Fitting!
Our short course allows you to develop understanding and build confidence in your knowledge and skillset. From deciphering manufacturers drawings and precisely setting out a kitchen space to expertly fitting base and wall units. Learn to install worktops flawlessly using a router and master the art of professional finishing touches. Become a confident and skilled kitchen fitter ready for real-world projects.
You should have a genuine interest in this subject
You should have an interest in carpentry and kitchen fitting, some previous experience would be helpful
Understanding drawings
Setting out kitchens
Installing kitchen components
Using specialist tooling
How to cut and fix a worktop joint to a post formed edge worktop
How to edge worktops
At South Devon College, our specialist carpentry and joinery workshops offer the perfect space to develop your craft in a realistic, professional environment. Fully equipped with a wide range of industry-standard tools and materials, our facilities are designed to mirror real working conditions, giving you the confidence to step onto site or into the workplace from day one.
In our dedicated carpentry workshops, you’ll learn to produce complex building components such as doors, windows, staircases with turns, and decorative panelling or cladding. You’ll also be given the chance to work on other areas such as kitchens and roofs, alongside working on real-world community projects. You’ll be trained in both traditional hand tool methods and modern machinery, helping you develop the precision and problem-solving skills needed in today’s construction industry.
Our courses are taught by experienced trades professionals, who bring years of site experience into the classroom. Whether you’re studying full-time or completing an apprenticeship, you’ll gain hands-on, practical experience that prepares you for a career in site carpentry, bench joinery, or bespoke woodwork fabrication. Many of our students have competed successfully in the renowned SkillBuild competition, showcasing their skills in front of a panel of expert judges on a national stage.
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