Apprenticeship Carpentry

Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, British Columbia, founded in 1970, offers a welcoming, student centered environment with around 14,000 learners and a sizable international community. TRU emphasizes accessible education and flexible pathways, combining classroom learning with hands on experience. Its location in the interior of British Columbia provides a close knit campus community and abundant outdoor recreation that complements academic life.

TRU provides a comprehensive selection of programs across arts, sciences, business, education, health and trades, with nearly 189 program options and multiple routes for transfer, practical training and continuing education. The university is known for experiential learning, applied research partnerships and strong industry connections that help students build practical skills and professional networks. International student services, language support and career advising are designed to ease transition and promote student success.

Campus life at TRU includes experiential placements, cooperative education and community engagement that prepare graduates for work or further study. Kamloops offers an affordable student lifestyle and opportunities for outdoor activities year round. Prospective international students who value flexibility, applied learning and supportive services will find TRU a pragmatic and student friendly choice for pursuing higher education in Canada.

The Apprenticeship Carpentry program at Thompson Rivers University is a non-degree program that provides carpentry certification through work-based training and in-school technical training. This program is for students who want to learn carpentry skills and get certified. The program takes several months to complete and includes both on-the-job training and in-school technical training.

The curriculum includes courses on carpentry fundamentals, building layout and foundations, framing and structural systems, roofing systems, exterior finishing, and interior finishing. Students learn the skills they need to work in the carpentry industry, including how to build and repair structures, and how to use different materials and tools.

After completing this program, students can work as Carpenters, Framing Carpenters, Finish Carpenters, Cabinetmakers, or Construction Supervisors. They can find jobs in construction companies, building sites, or renovation projects, working with employers like contractors, builders, or government agencies.