This comprehensive training is designed to prepare students for a career in carpentry by offering a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on learning. The program begins with foundational carpentry skills, including job site safety, tool usage, and materials identification. Students will then advance to more specialized topics such as framing, finish carpentry, and interior and exterior trim work. Throughout the program, students will gain practical experience in shaping, cutting, and installing wood for both buildings and smaller structures, while developing skills in construction math, blueprint reading, and problem-solving. The carpentry program aligns with the standards set by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
Materials Needed: Textbooks will be included in the cost of tuition. Personal Protective Equipment will also be provided but students may supply their own.
Certification Information: Upon completion of Carpentry Level II, students will be eligible to take the NCCER General Carpentry Certification Exam.