540 Wood courses

The Woodworking Essentials Course is crucial in today's world as it equips you with fundamental skills in woodworking, a craft that spans centuries and continues to be highly valued. Learning woodworking not only enhances your creativity and problem-solving abilities but also provides practical applications in daily life and professional careers. By mastering woodworking techniques across modules such as precision layout, hand and power tools proficiency, joinery, and wood finishing, you gain the expertise to create functional and aesthetic pieces. In the UK job market, woodworking skills are in demand across various sectors, from furniture making to construction, with opportunities reflecting this demand. Entry-level salaries for woodworking positions start around £20,000 annually, with experienced craftsmen earning significantly more. The woodworking sector is growing steadily, with a rise in demand for bespoke craftsmanship and sustainable furniture solutions, increasing by approximately 5% annually. By enrolling in this Woodworking Essentials course, you not only learn essential woodworking skills but also position yourself for a rewarding career path in a thriving industry. Whether you aspire to work independently as a craftsman or seek employment in established woodworking businesses, mastering these skills opens doors to fulfilling and lucrative opportunities in the modern job market. Key Features: CPD Certified Woodworking Essentials Course Free Certificate from Reed CIQ Approved Woodworking Essentials Course Developed by Specialist Lifetime Access Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Woodworking Module 02: Measurement and Precision Layout Module 03: Mastery of Hand Tools in Woodworking Module 04: Proficiency with Power Tools Module 05: Precision in Joinery Techniques Module 06: Wood Finishing Techniques Module 07: Advanced Wood Refinishing Module 08: Advanced Techniques in Woodworking Craftsmanship Learning Outcomes: Master the foundational principles with "Introduction to Woodworking" for creative craftsmanship. Apply precise techniques in "Measurement and Layout" for accurate wood shaping. Perfect your artistry with both "Hand Tools" and "Power Tools for Woodworking." Explore intricate connections through diverse "Joinery Techniques" for robust structures. Elevate your creations with the aesthetic touch of "Wood Finishing and Refinishing." Advance your skills with "Advanced Woodworking Techniques" for bespoke masterpieces. CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Woodworking Essentials 1:50:32 1: Module 1: Fundamentals of Woodworking Craft Preview 11:07 2: Module 2: Measurement and Precision Layout 13:24 3: Module 3: Mastery of Hand Tools in Woodworking 12:57 4: Module 4: Proficiency with Power Tools 16:30 5: Module 5: Precision in Joinery Techniques 17:10 6: Module 6: Wood Finishing Techniques 14:06 7: Module 7: Advanced Wood Refinishing 10:07 8: Module 8: Advanced Techniques in Woodworking Craftsmanship 14:11 9: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00 Who is this course for? This Woodworking Essentials course is accessible to anyone eager to learn more about this topic. Through this course, you'll gain a solid understanding of Woodworking Essentials. Moreover, this course is ideal for: Enthusiasts seeking to craft functional and artistic wooden pieces at home. DIY hobbyists eager to enhance woodworking skills for personal projects. Artisans aspiring to refine their craft and explore advanced woodworking methods. Individuals with a passion for handmade furniture and custom wood creations. Anyone keen on mastering essential woodworking skills for a fulfilling hobby. Requirements There are no requirements needed to enrol into this Woodworking Essentials course. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and levels of experience to enrol into this Woodworking Essentials course. Career path After finishing this Woodworking Essentials course you will have multiple job opportunities waiting for you. Some of the following Job sectors of Woodworking Essentials are: Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Reed Courses Certificate of Completion Digital certificate - Included Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

The Three Legged stool making day takes each student through the process of making a small hardwood stool from start to finish. Stool making includes both spindle and faceplate turning techniques and gives each student a good understanding of the different tools and methods used for each. ( 2 students maximum )

Woodturning for Beginners: 2 Day Course

1 day beginners bowl turning courses run every Thursday throughout the year for up to 4 students. These courses have proved very popular and give each student a good grounding in all the basic techniques and skills. Every student will take home a couple of handmade items to be proud of.

Come and learn how to carve letters in wood. On the course you will begin by carving a date that is significant for you in roman numerals. I will supply the templates for this.

Woodcarving courses

The one day one-to-one freestyle course is tailored to your requirements and I happy to discuss your requirements before booking. If you have a specific project in mind and that you need assistance with then I am happy to guide you through the processes involved.

A unique foraging and Spring Easter Living Wreath Making Workshop in a privately owned forest, Nettlebed Woodland near Henley on Thames in Oxfordshire

This pole lathing course has been carefully designed for those who would like to develop their craft skills working with traditional, sustainable materials in a stunning ancient woodland location. Don’t worry if you don’t have any previous greenwood working skills, we’ll guide you through the prcocess from start to finish. Whilst we’re certain that you’ll leave us with some great hand crafted items, you’ll also leave us with new found confidence and ability and an appreciation of the wondeful material that wood is. We’ll start the course by showing you how to safely use an axe. We’ll look at selecting your wood, splitting techniques and a variety of methods to cross cut the wood for the raw materials. You will be shown how to cleft greenwood and use an axe, draw knife and a shave horse to shape the wood. You will then get to use a traditional woodland pole lathe where students have turned dibblers, rolling pins, spirtles, honey drizzlers, chair legs and even potato mashers!! All of the materials you use are sustainably sourced from our own woodland in line with our management plan. About us and the venue: Jack Raven Bushcraft was founded in 2011 and we've been delivering bushcraft, craft and foraging courses since then from our 30 acre private ancient woodland on the Kent Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Courses in the summer are held outdoors in our woodland camp complete with covered work areas, an outdoor kitchen and a composting loo. Courses in the winter are held in our workshop in a converted barn. What's included in the price? Turning tools, froes, draw knives, a selection of axes are all provided. Cancellation policy Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts

A fantastic opportunity to spend time in tranquil woodland in the heart of South East Kent making your own unique Hiking Staff, Walking Stick or Foraging Crook that you will value and use for a life time. You can choose to personalise your Staff with markings or carvings and could EVEN make your own Foraging Crook to use in the field on our Forage and Fire Course.  Sitting around a warm camp fire you will design and create your own personalised Staff/Stick with the guidance of an experienced instructor. During this one day practical event you WILL be... Given the tools and advice of how to make the most of your PERSONALISED design. Choose from various seasoned wood, Hazel, Ash or Maple. Decide on the length, the width and design for your UNIQUE Staff. Design and carve your own unique hiking staff Shown how to STRIP and SHAPE the seasoned wood correctly. Be given clear bushcraft instruction on SAFE knife and tool use. Provided with all the EQUIPMENT and materials needed, seasoned wood, tools, vanish and wax.  Carvings of your choice on your newly made Staff you may choose to add your own personal CARVING.  Given a choice of finishes for your Hiking Staff or Foraging Crook with either varnish or bees wax.  Choosing whether to add a rubber base to the bottom of your Staff. What's included in the price? Wood All tools and equipment Hot drinks Free parking Cancellation policy Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts