Certificate in Carpentry

In this program, you develop skills and knowledge in many aspects of the carpentry trade, including how to construct and install wood products that meet national and local building codes. You gain an understanding of construction safety and industry practices. You also complete work terms, where you apply your skills and knowledge in a real work setting.
Career options
As the demand increases for construction trades, so does the demand for qualified carpenters. Graduates help fill the demand for qualified carpenters in the new housing and commercial construction market. Other opportunities exist in the renovation industry.
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Future study options
Students who complete the program are eligible for advanced standing in the Carpentry Diploma program.
Graduates may register as an apprentice with the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) once employed. Apprenticeship is an optional but beneficial journey that combines on-the-job learning with technical training.
Red Seal Endorsement - individuals who complete an apprenticeship program are eligible to challenge the inter-provincial exam. A Red Seal allows a certified tradespersons to practise the trade in any province or territory in Canada, where the trade is designated.

High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent

International students – High school diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country.

Copy of board-attested or direct-issued Certificate issued by All India – Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), All India – Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education.

Copy of Statement of Marks/Mark Sheet for Grade 12. School-issued transcripts/records with marks are not acceptable.

Official transcripts – You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission.

Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTest) – average score of 4.5.

Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) – minimum Level 8 on each test. Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) is not accepted.

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) – minimum Band 60.

Michigan English Test (MET) – minimum score 59.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) – minimum test score of 55.