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School of Skilled Trades

Nail Down a Career

Carpenters construct, erect and repair buildings and other structures made of wood, wood substitutes, steel and other materials. They work in residential, commercial, industrial and maintenance settings. Duties vary according to the type of job and can include exterior and interior finishes, repair and/or remodelling, or specialized work.

Get the Green Light for Registration

Before you apply to be an apprentice or register for classroom instruction, you must meet Apprenticeship and Industry Training eligibility and the following minimum education entrance requirements:

  • English 10-2
  • Math 10-3

OR

A pass mark in all five Canadian General Educational Development (GED) or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) tests

OR

Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training entrance exam.

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