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  4. Graduate Certificate in Carpentry and Renovation Techniques

Graduate Certificate in Carpentry and Renovation Techniques

1 Year On Campus Certificate Program

Georgian College

Program Overview

Students gain occupational skills for employment in the construction and renovation industry. Students practice lot layout, concrete formwork, framing, demolition, renovations, interior and exterior finish and sustainable construction techniques. Theory and applications of safety standards, building codes, blueprint reading, energy efficiency, and environmental practices are studied. Students learn to interpret the Ontario Building Code as it applies to renovations and new construction. Focus is on the residential sector. Basics of entrepreneurship are presented.

Program Key Stats

$16674 (Annual cost)



90 %

Eligibility Criteria


90
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90

Additional Information & Requirements

OSSD or equivalent with Grade 12 English (C or U), College or university transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken, and grades received, Resum outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences, Letter of intent stating reason for applying, Test scores: TOEFL iBT of 89, IELTS of 6.5, CAEL of 60.

Career Options

  • Graduates enjoy success as employees in residential
  • commercial and industrial construction
  • as well as the renovation field
  • Potential opportunities may include General Carpenter
  • Framer
  • Formwork Carpenter
  • Renovator
  • or Trim Carpenter
  • They may wish to discuss eligibility for apprenticeship credits into the General Carpentry apprenticeship program with the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development
  • Graduates may choose to add more specialized skills such as Cabinetmaking
  • Building Inspection
  • Interior Design
  • or continue their education in the Architectural field

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