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Diploma of Residential Construction Carpenter
- Kamloops, Canada
- 0.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A foundation of about 24 weeks in carpentry with 450 work-based hours.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Apply core principles of Residential Construction Carpenter
- Solve subject-relevant problems
- and communicate results effectively. Suggested learning areas: shop
- Covering tools
- Building materials.
Career outcomes
- Carpenter
- TRU Carpentry Foundation Certificate
- Red Seal exam eligibility
Curriculum
- About 70 percent of the foundation is hands-on work in the training house and shop
- Covering tools
- Building materials and projects such as stairs and framing. It gives Level 1 and 2 technical training and 450 work-based hours towards Red Seal carpentry certification.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school graduation (BC Grade 12 equivalent) or 12+ transferable post-secondary credits or age 19+
- Minimum age 17
- English 12 at 67% or equivalent
- Programme-specific prerequisites.
Accepted academic background
High school graduation (BC Grade 12 equivalent), or 12+ transferable post-secondary credits, or age 19+ with no formal education in the past 2 years (some programmes restrict), Minimum age 17, Programme-specific prerequisites, Flexible Entry available for some programmes. Applicants need a valid study permit and medical insurance.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Check programme requirements and the international deadline (January intake Oct 1
- May intake Feb 1
- September intake May high-volume programmes may close early). Apply online through EducationPlannerBC at apply. Educationplannerbc. Ca/tru. The 100 CAD application fee is paid by credit card. Submit transcripts and English test results as listed on the TRU undergraduate admissions pages. Receive the offer and pay the tuition deposit stated in the offer letter (3
- 000 CAD for continuing undergraduates). A valid study permit and medical insurance are required.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $27,462 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Kamloops |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Trades and Technology |
| Department | Carpentry |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
Tuition is $27,462 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $5,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.

