Career Certificate - Carpentry

Program Description

The Career Certificate in Carpentry prepares students for a career in carpentry as a residential or small commercial carpenter, remodeler, trade foreman, project superintendent, or residential contractor. The program emphasizes both hands-on training and theory to acquire carpentry skills and building knowledge that can lead to being your own boss. This 1200 clock hour program leads to certifications from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), and the Pensacola State College Vocational Certificate in Carpentry. Students learn to design and construct crafted, safe, healthy, comfortable, affordable, resource efficient, durable and resilient houses, based on current building science principles, sustainable design strategies and mainstream green building practices, using appropriate (climate specific) building materials, systems and technologies. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.

Program Information

Carpentry is a 12-month, 1200 clock hour program of study that prepares students for a career in carpentry. The program emphasizes both hands-on training and theory to acquire carpentry skills  

Classes begin in the fall semester and there are limited spaces available. The Carpentry program is offered at the Pensacola campus only. 

Program Admission Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • High School Dual Enrollment students are welcome.
  • No high school completion or equivalent is required.
  • Be accepted to the college and have completed the entire admissions process.
  • This program is limited access due to equipment and space constraints.

Program Contact:

Admissions

(850) 484-2544

admissions@pensacolastate.edu

Certificate Requirements (1200 CH)

Term 1 (450 ch)

BCV 0003CIntroductory to Craft Skills

150 ch

BCV 0112CIntroduction to Carpentry

150 ch

BCV 0123CBuilding Layout and Foundations

150 ch

Term 2 (450 ch)

BCV 0122CCarpentry Rough Framing

300 ch

BCV 0126CCarpentry Exterior Finishes

150 ch

Term 3 (300 ch)

BCV 0127CInterior Finish and Trim

300 ch

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