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

Carpenter Level 2

Carpenter Level 3

Carpenter Level 4

Career Info and Pathways

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Carpenter Trades Apprenticeship Training Schedule

ProgramLevelStartsEndsLength
*Carpenter1April 29, 2025June 13, 20257 Weeks
*Carpenter1April 28, 2026June 12, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter2September 2, 2025October 17, 20257 Weeks
*Carpenter2March 16, 2026April 30, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter2September 8, 2026October 23, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter2March 15, 2027April 29, 20277 Weeks
*Carpenter3October 28, 2025December 12, 20257 Weeks
*Carpenter3November 3, 2026December 18, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter3March 2, 2027April 16, 20277 Weeks
*Carpenter4January 6, 2026February 20, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter4March 3, 2026April 17, 20267 Weeks
*Carpenter4January 5, 2027February 19, 20277 Weeks

 *Projected | All dates subject to change