NCCER Carpentry Fundamentals Certificate Program
CF21 - 201714
Program Description
The Carpentry Fundamentals certificate introduces the student to the basic levels of carpentry skills. Topics include introduction to the trade, safety, hand and power tool usage, site layout, structural framing, building envelope systems, and exterior finishes. The program emphasizes a combination of carpentry theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a carpentry fundamentals certificate and have the qualifications of an entry-level framing carpenter.
Program Specific Information
Students are accepted each semester based on course and space availability.
Program Length & Availability
2 Semester
Campus Availability: Hall
Financial Aid
This program is not eligible for the Pell Grant but may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 16 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.
Curriculum
Program-Specific Core – Total of 13 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 13
Graduation Plan
Semester One
| COFC 1080 | Construction Trades Core | 4 |
| CARP 1000 | Fundamental Carpentry Skills | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 7 |
Semester Two
Apply for Graduation
Total Credit Hours: 13
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.