Carpentry Technology Certificate (CT31)
The Carpentry Technology certificate program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the carpentry industry. Topics include all basic carpentry skills necessary for successful employment. Program graduates have the qualifications of an entry-level residential carpenter.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Carpentry Technology certificate program will be prepared for employment as entry-level residential or commercial carpenters. Graduates may be employed by general construction contractors or specialized trade sub-contractors.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Carpentry Technology Curriculum
The curriculum for the Carpentry Technology program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, certificate-seeking students must earn a minimum of 34 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 585 contact hours and generally takes 3 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (34 Credits)
Occupational Elective
Program Costs
Tuition/Fees: $3,070
Books/Supplies: $550
Liability Insurance: $10 per fiscal year
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)