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Carpentry Programs, Courses and Degrees in British Columbia
- Carpentry Foundation - North Island College
North Island College's 24-week Carpentry and Residential Construction Framing Technician Entry-Level Trades Training (ELTT) program provides students with the fundamental knowledge and 'skills required for employment as an apprentice carpenter in the construction industry.' The Program combines technical and practical training to provide Level 1 apprenticeship competencies as established by the Industry Training Authority (ITA), which oversees such training in British Columbia.
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - British Columbia Institute of Technology
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. British Columbia Institute of Technology's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program and will be delivered via 4 levels, each of which will be 6 weeks in duration.
- Carpentry Framing and Forming - British Columbia Institute of Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology's (BCIT's) Carpentry Framing and Forming is a 23-week Certificate of Trades Training program designed to prepare 'students for entry-level employment in the carpentry trade.' Through a combination of theoretical and technical education and practical learning, the Program will expose students to the fundamental knowledge and skills enabling them to perform the most rudimentary of carpentry duties.
- Trades Discovery for Women - British Columbia Institute of Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology's (BCIT's) Trades Discovery for Women is a 20-week, full-time Associate Certificate Program designed to provide students with primarily 'practical and relevant training' in upwards of 20 trades in more than 7 industries. The latter includes Aviation, Construction, Electrical/Electronics, Manufacturing, Marine, Mechanical, and Transportation. The Program is intended as a general introduction to industry and not as a means to gain employment or proficiency in any particular craft or industry.
- Trades Discovery General - British Columbia Institute of Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology's (BCIT's) Trades Discovery General is a 20-week, full-time Associate Certificate Program designed to provide students with primarily 'practical and relevant training' in upwards of 20 trades in more than 7 industries. The latter includes Aviation, Construction, Electrical/Electronics, Manufacturing, Marine, Mechanical, and Transportation. The Program is intended as a general introduction to industry and not as a means to gain employment or proficiency in any particular craft or industry
- Residential Construction Framing Technician - Camosun College
Camosun College's 6-month Certificate in Residential Construction Framing exposes students to the rudimentary knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions in residential construction. The Program will rely heavily on practical-based education that will either be completed at the 'Campus or in co-operation with local industry.' Students may graduate from the Program with either a "COM" (Competency) or a "DIST" (distinction) grade.
- Certificate in Carpentry (ELT) - Camosun College
With a focus on practical learning, the 6-month Entry Level Trades (ELT) Carpentry program at Camosun College is designed to provide students with the rudimentary knowledge and skills required to succeed as a professional carpenter. Skills learned in the Program are 'equivalent to those of a first-year apprentice.' Thus, graduates who decide to further their training in carpentry via an apprenticeship are eligible to receive accreditation towards the latter's first year.
- Carpenter Apprenticeship - Camosun College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Camosun College's Carpenter Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class component of an apprenticeship program.
- Basic Construction Trades Training Certificate - Canadian Community College
Canadian Community College's 8-week Basic Construction Trades Training (BCTT) Certificate program provides students with the 'formal in-shop training competencies combined with life management instruction, safety certifications and practical hands-on experience to' prepare participants 'for employment in the construction trades.' In particular, 'students will receive hands-on training in basic construction skills and exposure to the carpentry trade.'
- Residential Construction Framing Technician - Canadian Community College
Canadian Community College's 49-week Residential Construction Framing Technician Diploma is a competency-based program, comprised 'of formal in-school training and on-the-job work experience,' primarily designed for individuals 'who wish to gain entry-level skills to work in a variety of small to medium sized construction and renovation companies.' The Program has been endorsed 'by the Industry Training Authority of BC.'
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - College of New Caledonia
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. The College of New Caledonia's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements for a carpentry apprenticeship.
- Residential Construction Framing Technician Certificate Program - College of New Caledonia
The College of New Caledonia's Residential Construction Framing Technician Certificate is designed to train 'framing professionals in BC's residential construction industry,' and combines 23 weeks of hands-on, practical, in-school education with 6 months of work experience. The Program is developed between a cooperation of home builders and the College and is recognized by industry including the Canadian Homebuilders Association of BC Residential Construction.
- Entry-level Carpentry - College of New Caledonia
The College of New Caledonia's Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) program in Carpentry is designed to introduce students to carpentry. Primarily designed for individuals who aspire to a career and/or further training in the trade, the Program will equip students with the skills required 'to construct buildings from start to finish.' Participants will also gain 'hands-on experience' by working 'together on a major practical project.'
- Intro to Trades - College of the Rockies
The College of the Rockies' 10-week Introduction to Trades program exposes students to the Automotive, Basic Welding, Building, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, and Timber Framing trades. The Program provies students with a combination of technical and practical training, and includes opportunties for multiple certifications. Graduates will be prepared to pursue basic employment in the aforementioned trades as well as further training in a specific trade through an apprenticeship.
- Carpentry - Apprenticeship - College of the Rockies
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. The College of the Rockies: Carpentry - Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of a carpentry apprenticeship and will be delivered via four 6-week blocks.
- Residential Construction Framing Technician - College of the Rockies
The College of the Rockies' 11-month Residential Construction Framing Technician is a competency-based, modular, and accredited construction program which will 'provide occupational certification at employability milestones within the BC residential construction industry.' Graduates will be awarded 'certification from College of the Rockies, Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC and the Industry Training Authority.' Graduates will also qualify for 'Year One Technical Credit' of the College's carpentry apprenticeship program.
- Carpentry/Building Construction - Kwantlen University College
Kwantlen University College's Certificate in Carpentry/Building Construction is an Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) program designed to provide students aspiring to a career in building construction with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the industry. With an emphasis on practical and hands-on learning, the Program will revolve 'around the individual needs of students' which will, in turn, 'determine the actual length of instruction.' Graduates of the Program 'are eligible for credit for first year apprenticeship technical training' in carpentry.
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - Kwantlen University College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Kwantlen University College's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program and will be delivered via 4 levels, each of which will be 6 weeks in duration.
- Carpenter Apprenticeship - Malaspina University-College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Malaspina University-College's Carpenter Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program. and will be delivered via 4 levels, each of which will be 6 weeks in duration.
- Carpentry Framer Technician - Malaspina University-College
Malaspina University-College's Carpentry Framer Technician Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) program combines technical and on-the-job training to provide students with knowledge and skills equivalent to year one of the first level of the carpentry apprenticeship as mandated by the Industry Training Authority of British Columbia. The Program, which is developed in conjunction with industry, including the Nanaimo Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA), is primarily designed for those aspiring to a carpentry career and/or apprenticeship 'in the building industry.'
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North Island College's 24-week Carpentry and Residential Construction Framing Technician Entry-Level Trades Training (ELTT) program provides students with the fundamental knowledge and 'skills required for employment as an apprentice carpenter in the construction industry.' The Program combines technical and practical training to provide Level 1 apprenticeship competencies as established by the Industry Training Authority (ITA), which oversees such training in British Columbia.
- Transition to Trades - Northern Lights College
Northern Lights College's 21-week Transition to Trades program provides students with 'the knowledge and skills that employers are seeking when hiring new employees to the construction/maintenance trades.' The Program will include 320 hours of lectures, 50 hours of laboratory-based instruction, and 15 hours of field experience. Furthermore, students will have the opportunity to partake in a 100-hour Practicum.
- Carpentry - Entry Level Training - Northwest Community College
Northwest Community College's 20-week Entry Level Training in Carpentry program aims 'to prepare students with the entry-level skills required for employment in the carpentry trade,' and will be 'equivalent to the first level apprenticeship technical training.' The Program includes 'a major practical project' which will have students apply what they have learned in the classroom, 'such as the building of a foundation and a frame for a house' and/or 'garden sheds, garages, small cabins,' among other possibilities.
- Carpentry - Apprenticeship Levels 1 - 4 - Northwest Community College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Northwest Community College's Carpentry - Apprenticeship Levels 1 - 4 program fulfills the in-lcass requirements of an apprenticeship and will be delivered via 4 levels, each of which will be 6 weeks in duration.
- Residential Construction - Okanagan College
Okanagan College's 30-week Residential Construction program prepares students to pursue entry-level employment and/or an apprenticeship in carpentry, particularly 'in the residential construction industry.' Upon graduation, graduates will be awarded 'technical training credit for level one' of a Carpentry apprenticeship program.
- Carpentry/Joinery - Okanagan College
Okanagan College's 30-week Carpentry/Joinery program provides students with the knowledge and skills to pursue entry-level employment and/or an apprenticeship in carpentry and/or joiner, or related professions. Students will also write Level 1 apprenticeship examinations for Carpentry and Joinery and thus can qualify for advanced standing into an apprenticeship program.
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - Okanagan College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Okanagan College's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program.
- Carpentry Entry - Selkirk College
Selkirk College's 24-week Carpentry Entry Level Technical Training (ELTT) program prepares students to pursue entry-level employment and/or an apprenticeship in the carpentry profession and/or related fields. The Program, through a combination of 'theory and shop time,' covers the requirements for the first year of 'BC Level1 Carpentry Apprenticeship Technical Training.' ELTT graduates will receive 'credit for the Level 1 Carpentry Apprenticeship Technical training.'
- Skilled Trades Exploratory Program (STEP) for Women - Selkirk College
Selkirk College's 11-week Skilled Trades Exploratory Program (STEP) for Women program provides students with 'basic technical knowledge and basic hands-on skills in' the trades of Carpentry, Electrical, General Mechanics, Machinist, Millwright, and Welding. Participants will also acquire training and certification in Occupational First Aid Level I, Forklift Operation and WHMIS' (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System).'
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - Selkirk College
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In British Columbia, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. Selkirk College's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program and will be delivered 6 weeks per year, 30 hours per week.
- Entry-level Carpentry - University College of the Fraser Valley
The University College of the Fraser Valley's Entry-level Carpentry certificate will introduce students to the carpentry 'trade, and develop skills expected by employers' in accordance with 'the entry-level provincial standard taught throughout B.C.' Graduates of the Program may not only seek employment in carpentry, or related fields, but will be eligible to receive advanced credit towards a carpentry apprenticeship, should one be pursued.
- Carpentry Apprenticeship - University College of the Fraser Valley
An apprenticeship is a method of learning a trade through a combination of periods of in-class, technical/theoretical education and periods of paid, on-the-job training. In BC, a carpentry apprenticeship will normally take 4 years to complete, including a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience and 720 hours of classroom instruction. The University College of the Fraser Valley's Carpentry Apprenticeship fulfills the in-class requirements of an apprenticeship program.
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