Carpentry | Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship
In 2021/2022 this trades program via Distributed Learning with a focus on blended delivery. Trades students must prepare for in-person learning on campus where practical components of training. Learn more about Distributed Learning at CMTN.
Carpenters assemble and erect forms for concrete, wood and metal construction framing, and install interior and exterior finishing materials. A registered carpenter apprentice combines on-the-job training and technical training at CMTN to earn Journeyperson classification.
Apprentices complete a four-level training program that includes 6,360 Work-Based Training (WBT) and 840 technical training hours. Each year, CMTN offers four levels of Carpenter Apprenticeship technical training. Each level of technical training is 210 hours in duration.
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) has harmonized this program to make apprenticeship training requirements more consistent nation-wide. For more details see the transition plan at the ITA.
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Dates and locations
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) has harmonized this program to make apprenticeship training requirements more consistent nation-wide. For more details see the transition plan at the ITA.
Intakes have been planned for both non-harmonized levels 3 and 4 and the new harmonized program:
New harmonized program
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| Harmonized Level 3: September 7, 2021 - October 22, 2021 | Terrace Campus |
| Harmonized Level 4: November 1, 2021- December 17, 2021 | Terrace Campus |
| Harmonized Level 1: January 4, 2022 - February 18, 2022 | Terrace Campus |
| Harmonized Carpentry Level 2: February 28, 2022- April 15, 2022 | Terrace Campus |
| 1 | Future planned intakes may be subject to change. Please check back to confirm availability. |
Faculty
| Faculty Member | Campus Location |
|---|---|
| Brad Sousa, Coordinator | Terrace |
| Corwin Siemens | Terrace |
| Dennis Carlson | Terrace |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Levels | Level Name | |
| HCRPAPP1 | Harmonized Carpenter Apprentice Level 1 | |
| HCGAPA | Harmonized Carpenter Gap A (Until 2020) | |
| HCRPAPP2 | Harmonized Carpenter Apprentice Level 2 | |
| CARPAPP3 | Carpentry Apprentice Level 3 (Until 2019) | |
| HCRPAPP3 | Harmonized Carpenter Apprentice Level 3 (Commencing 2019) | |
| CARPAPP4 | Carpentry Apprentice Level 4 (Until 2020) | |
| HCGAPB | Harmonized Carpenter Gap B (2020-2022) | |
| HCRPAPP4 | Harmonized Carpenter Apprentice Level 4 (Commencing 2020) |
Students entering Carpentry Apprenticeship classes must be registered as an apprentice and submit a Trades Worker Identification (TWID) # upon registration.
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| Fees | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time: | 7 Weeks | 7 Weeks |
| Tuition: | $529.97 | $2,252.39 |
| Student Union Fees: | $41.99 | $41.99 |
| Mandatory Fees: | $233.03 | $256.92 |
| Health Insurance: | N/A | $298.75 |
| Total: | $804.99 | $2,850.05 |
Fees are effective as of August 1, 2021 for the 2021/22 academic year.
Books & supplies
- Book-List
- Tool List: $650.00 (tax included)
Books are available at the CMTN Campus Store. Please visit your local campus for details or view your current booklist online by selecting your desired campus.
Tool kits are available for purchase at the registration office. Kits are limited and reserved for students enrolled in specific Trades programs only. Tool kits do not include the required PPE and Supplies on the TOOLS/SUPPLIES LIST. Prices are subject to change without notice.
In addition to the fees outlined in the Program Fees section, the following additional costs apply:
- C.S.A. approved safety footwear and safety glasses (WorkSafeBC regulations)
- Tools
- Classroom supplies
- Appropriate clothing
- Learners are required to provide the following: pencils, pens, eraser, ruler, 2 three-ring binders, paper, scientific calculator and gloves
Career opportunities
The work of a carpenter includes concrete formwork, wall and roof framing, and interior and exterior finishing. Carpenters have opportunities to work in residential, commercial, light industrial or heavy construction fields in the areas of new construction, renovations and maintenance. Carpenters can go on to become foremen, estimators, building inspectors, site superintendents or Instructors.