Carpenter Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship training is for people who are currently working in industry and who are sponsored by an employer and registered with SkilledTradesBC. Apprenticeship programs combine work-based training (typically 80-85%) and technical training (15-20%) taken in a classroom and shop setting.

The length of an apprenticeship can range from one to five years, but most require four years to complete.

Many trades, known as the Red Seal trades, have nationally recognized certification standards. The credentials of a certified tradesperson who has successfully earned a Red Seal ticket are recognized across Canada.

Carpenter Level 1 Harmonized

Carpenter Level 2 Harmonized

Carpenter Level 3 Harmonized

Carpenter Level 4 Harmonized

Additional Info

Carpenter Trades Apprenticeship Training Schedule

ProgramLevelStartsEndsLength
*Carpenter1April 24, 2023June 9, 20237 Weeks
*Carpenter1April 22, 2024 June 7, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter1March 17, 2025May 2, 20257 Weeks
*Carpenter2September 5, 2023October 20, 20237 Weeks
*Carpenter2February 26, 2024April 12, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter2September 3, 2024October 18, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter3October 30, 2023December 15, 20237 Weeks
*Carpenter3March 11, 2024April 26, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter3October 28, 2024December 13, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter3March 3, 2025April 17, 20257 Weeks
*Carpenter4January 2, 2024February 16, 20247 Weeks
*Carpenter4January 6, 2025February 21, 20257 Weeks

 *Projected | All dates subject to change