Carpentry/Building Construction: Apprenticeship
Description
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In BC, an individual can become certified as a Carpenter by completing the Carpentry apprentice program. Apprenticeship programs are designed to provide students the full scope of knowledge and applied skills necessary to perform the occupation. Apprentices have an employer to sponsor them and are registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA).
KPU delivers in-school technical training for Carpentry apprenticeship levels 1, 2, 3 and 4. The in-school technical training for each level is 6 weeks in duration and include an end of level examination. Additional information is available at: kpu.ca/trades/carpentry.
The pathway to becoming a certified Carpenter generally takes 4 years to complete the in-school technical training and work-based training hours. Carpenter apprentices will be eligible to write the Red Seal Inter-provincial Examination upon successful completion of all in-school technical training. Red Seal endorsement will be awarded upon completion of 6480 hours of work based training and is recognized in all jurisdictions across Canada; additional information is at: red-seal.ca.
Employment Insurance (EI) Eligibility
Provincial program financial supports must be applied for online through the Apprentice Online Portal at http://www.apprenticeonline.gov.bc.ca/ . It is recommended that apprentices apply for these supports four weeks in advance of the start of their technical training and application must be made no later than the first day of technical training.
Program Admission Requirements
The following program admission requirements apply:
- Active apprentice registration in the BC Apprenticeship system.
- A valid Trade Worker Identification number from the Industry Training Authority (ITA-ID). If you do not have an ITA-ID, you will need to complete an apprenticeship registration form through the ITA (www.itabc.ca) prior to admission (Level 1 through to 4). To determine your eligibility please consult with the Industry Training Authority prior to applying for admission.
Note: International student Application for Admission requires approval of the Dean.
Program Requirements
Carpentry Level 1 (ACRP 1010)
- Use Safe work Practices
- Use Documentation and Organizational Skills
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Use Survey Instruments
- Perform Site Layout
- Build Concrete Framework
- Frame Residential Housing
- Apply Building Science
Carpentry Level 2 (ACRP 1020)
- Use Safe work Practices
- Use Documentation and Organizational Skills
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Use Survey Instruments
- Use Rigging and Hoisting Equipment
- Perform Site Layout
- Build Concrete Formwork
Carpentry Level 3 (ACRP 1030)
- Use Documentation and Organizational Skills
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Use Survey Instruments
- Frame Residential Housing
- Apply Finishing Materials
- Apply Building Science
Carpentry Level 4 (ACRP 1040)
- Use Documentation and Organizational Skills
- Use Survey Instruments
- Perform Site Layout
- Build Concrete Formwork
- Frame Residential Housing
- Apply Finishing Materials
Other Information
Special Equipment:
Students will require appropriate safety wear in conformance with WorkSafeBC regulations. A list of required tools will be provided by Admissions prior to starting this program.
Credential Awarded
KPU will report your in-school technical training completion information to the Industry Training Authority (ITA) in order for the ITA to determine credit towards your designated apprenticeship.
