Overview
Get certified with CNC's carpenter apprenticeship program! This program provides the technical training portion of your apprenticeship journey, which in combination with work-based training hours, leads to Red Seal certification.
Careers
As a carpenter, you will work on a large variety of projects including:
- Residential (single family homes, apartments, townhouses)
- Industrial (mills, manufacturing plants, mines, oil & gas)
- Commercial (shopping centres, retailers, dealerships)
- Institutional (swimming pools, hospitals, firehalls, schools)
Carpenters may also operate their own business, work as an educator, or further their education to become project managers, building inspectors, or executive level management in large construction firms.
About apprenticeship programs
Apprenticeship programs provide a unique approach to post-secondary education, combining classroom based learning (known as technical training) with on the job training. This enables you to “earn while you learn,” significantly reducing the need for student debt and building your career now instead of waiting until you’ve completed your education.
In addition to earning wages while learning on the job, many apprentices have their technical training paid for by their company, and/or qualify for Employment Insurance while in school. Additionally there are a number of grants and tax credits available to both apprentices and employers. Visit SkilledTradesBC to learn more.
Red Seal carpenters are certified to work across Canada, and may also have their credentials recognized internationally. Certified skilled tradespeople are in demand worldwide, leading to opportunities for international work experience or volunteer opportunities. Many tradespeople also are entrepreneurs, building businesses that may eventually employ others and give back to the local community.
A Red Seal trade can also be a stepping stone to further education, management positions, building your own business, or even returning to college as an educator teaching the next generation of tradespeople.
Training dates & how to apply
For up to date technical training dates at CNC visit tradestrainingbc.ca.
To apply for technical training at CNC Prince George visit: Apply for Trades.
To apply for technical training at CNC Quesnel call: 250-991-7500 or 1-866-680-7550.
Governing bodies
Apprentice Carpenter Courses
If you like to build structures from bottom to top, the Carpentry Apprenticeship program is a great choice for a satisfying and creative career. Carpenters are needed everywhere, from residential to heavy construction. Take on renovations or maintenance, become a site supervisor, or run your own business.
Required Courses
CARP 100 – Carpenter Level 1 (7 weeks) *
CARP 200 – Carpenter Level 1 (7 weeks)
CARP 300 – Carpenter Level 1 (7 weeks)
CARP 400 – Carpenter Level 1 (7 weeks)
Carpenter Apprentices who successfully complete CARP 400 are eligible to write the Red Seal Certification Exam.
Technical training must be completed in sequence. It is recommended to complete a full year of work-based training hours between levels to best prepare for the next level of technical training.
*You may also receive credit for Level 1 by successfully completing the Carpenter Foundation Program
Training dates & how to apply
For up-to-date technical training dates at CNC visit the Trades Training BC website.
To apply for any level of technical training at CNC visit: tools.cnc.bc.ca/applytrades.
Locations & Dates
For up-to-date technical training dates at CNC visit the Trades Training BC website. To apply for any level of technical training at CNC visit EducationPlannerBC.
| START DATE |
CAMPUS |
DELIVERY |
LENGTH |
| Fall 2025 |
Quesnel |
In Class |
Level 3: Oct 20 – Dec 05 2025 |
| Fall 2025 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 3: Nov 3 - Dec 19 |
| Fall 2025 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 4: Oct 27 - Dec 12 |
| Spring 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 1: Jan 12 - Feb 27 |
| Spring 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 2: Jan 12 - Feb 27 |
| Spring 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 4: Mar 2 - Apr 17 |
| Spring 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
Level 3: Apr 20 - Jun 5 |
Entry Requirements
Once your employer has submitted an Apprentice and Sponsor Registration Form to SkilledTradesBC on your behalf you can apply to attend technical training at CNC. Many of our apprenticeship programs have waitlists so we encourage you to apply early.
SkilledTradesBC doesn’t require apprentices to have completed a required number of work-based-training hours to attend technical training. However, because apprenticeship programs are a unique blend of in-class and on-the-job training we encourage you to work with your employer to decide on a training schedule that best combines these two forms of training.
Limited admission
A program with a limited number of seats per intake and is on a “first qualified, first admitted” basis.
Invest in your future
View costs by level
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Level 1 Tuition: $939.15-966.44
Level 2 Tuition: $939.15-966.44
Level 3 Tuition: $939.15-966.44
Level 4 Tuition: $939.15-966.44
These costs are an estimate and do not include books. Student fees vary by campus. Check the fee schedule for more details.
Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.