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Residential Carpenter Assistant

Carpenters construct and repair building frameworks and structures—such as stairways, doorframes, partitions, and rafters—made from wood and other materials. They also may install kitchen cabinets, siding, and drywall.

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Residential Carpenter Assistant

46.0201.02
 

Courses

Introduction to Construction Technology
Foor & Wall Framing
Exterior & Interior Finishing
Ceiling Roof Framing

Career Ready

NCCR
OSHA 10

Post Secondary Education

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
Associate in Applied Science Construction Technology

Program Information

Work environment

Because carpenters are involved in many types of construction, from building highways and bridges to installing kitchen cabinets, they work both indoors and outdoors. The work is sometimes strenuous, and carpenters have a higher rate of injuries and illnesses than the national average.

How to Become a Carpenter

Although most carpenters learn their trade through an apprenticeship, some learn on the job, starting as a helper.

Pay

The median annual wage for carpenters was $45,170 in May 2017.

Job Outlook

Employment of carpenters is projected to grow 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Increased levels of new homebuilding and remodeling activity will require more carpenters.

Courses

Carpentry Career Pathway 4 Year Course of Studies

Freshman
English
Math
Science
Social Studies*
Career Options Level 1
Health/PE
Elective
Sophomore
English
Math*
Science
Social Studies*
Intro to Construction Tech
Floor & Wall Framing
Elective
Junior
English*
Math*
Science*
Social Studies*
Ceiling & Roof Framing
Exterior & Interior Finishing
Elective
Senior
English*
Math*
Arts & Humanities
Elective†
Carpentry Elective
Elective
Elective
* Advanced Placement Options     † Dual Credit

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