Program Overview
Have you always enjoyed working with tools? Consider a career as a carpenter, a field that is in high demand. This hands-on carpentry program will give you the skills and theory you need to succeed when you write the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training theory and practical exams. Pre-Employment students are NOT required to be registered with AIT.
Further Educational Opportunities for the Carpenter Apprenticeship Program: First Period, Second Period, Third Period, and Fourth Period. Experienced carpenters can advance to become supervisors, subcontractors, construction superintendents, or contractors.
Program Locations
Sep 03, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024 - Face to Face - Slave Lake; Feb 10, 2025 - May 30, 2025 - Face to Face - Wabasca; Apr 28, 2025 - Aug 15, 2025 - Face to Face - High LevelIf academic requirements are not met, you will need to do an ACCUPLACER assessment. Contact your local campus to schedule an appointment.
Pre-Employment students are NOT required to be registered with AIT.
Minimum Requirement: English 10-2, Math 10-3 or all five Canadian General Educational Development Tests (GED) or AIT Entrance Exam, or a passing mark in the Canadian Adult Education Certificate (CAEC).
Category A: RECOMMENDED PATH: Alberta High School Diploma with:
• English 30-2.
• Math 30-3.
• Physics 20 or Chemistry 20 or Biology 20 or Science 20.
Students must achieve a minimum of 65% cumulative weighted average for the program's courses with no course below 50%, and a final exam mark 65% or higher in order to achieve successful completion for AIT's standards.
Please note: If you choose to challenge your AIT exam you must receive a 70% passing mark on the exam to successfully pass that period of training.