Carpentry

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Adults & High School Juniors and Seniors

Skilled carpenters are needed to meet the ongoing demand for new housing, office and retail space. You’ll estimate and order building materials, prepare, assemble, and install materials using hand and power tools, and construct a custom-project home. Train as a cabinetmaker or residential carpenter, and earn an OSHA 10 Card and a General Induction Card for on-site work. Work as a cabinetmaker, frame carpenter, or residential carpenter.

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Program Details

Who can attend?

Courses

Course Name
Construction Fundamentals
Framing
Roofing
Commercial Applications
Building Envelope Systems
Interior Finish Out
Green Construction
Cabinetmaking
Capstone
Total Class Hours: 1050

Prerequisites

Requirements

Class Times

Start Date: August
Days: Monday - Friday
A.M. Hours:
- Adults: 9:15 - 12:25
- MPS: 9:35 - 12:25
- NPS: 9:15 - 12:05;
P.M. Hours:
- Adults: 1:15 - 4:10
- NPS: 1:15 - 4:10
- MPS: 1:15 - 4:10
Evening Hours: N/A
Adults can choose to attend A.M. and/or P.M. sessions.
High school students can attend half day, A.M. or P.M., to be decided during career advisement session.

Expenses

Credentials Available

Accreditations

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Attributes

Completion & Positive Placement Rate

Potential Occupations

Potential Wages

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial Aid

Scholarships

VA Assistance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are there prerequisites for this program?

A: Refer to the "Prerequisites" tab above.

Q: Does MNTC require student ID badges?

A: Yes. All students and staff must wear an MNTC badge while on campus. Pictures for badges are taken during the registration process.

Q: How much does this program cost?

A: Refer to the "expenses" tab above.

Q: I can't attend during the day, do you offer night classes?

A: This long-term program is not available in the evening. You might consider one of our short-term construction and manufacturing classes!

Q: Is a carpenters' union membership beneficial?

A: Yes, sometimes membership leads to better employment prospects.

Q: Is there a waiting list?

A: For this program, you will need to speak with an MNTC Career Advisor. Set up your free career advisement today!

Q: What are possible occupations for me?

A: Refer to the "Potential Occupations" tab above.

Q: What certifications are available?

A: Refer to the "Credentials Available" tab above.

Q: What is the cost of this program?

A: Refer to the "cost" tab above.

Q: What kind of job could I get from this program?

A: Refer to the "potential occupations" tab above.

Q: What kind of testing is required prior to getting into the program?

A: Testing information is available during your meeting with an MNTC Career Advisor.

Q: When does the program start?

A: Refer to the "class times" tab above.

Q: Who can apply?

A: Refer to the "Who can attend?" tab above.

Q: Will MNTC help me find job opportunities during or after I finish the program?

A: Yes! Our Career and College Connection team coordinate career and college fairs on campus throughout the year. They also help with resumes, interviews, employment opportunities, etc. Additionally, internships are may be available to eligible students.

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