Riverland Community College

Build Your Future with Riverland’s Residential Carpentry Program

If you're ready to lay the foundation for a successful career in carpentry, Riverland Community College's Residential Carpentry program is your perfect starting point. This program not only equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in residential construction but also provides practical, hands-on experience that will set you apart in the job market.

What Makes Riverland’s Residential Carpentry Special?

• Comprehensive Curriculum: From building codes and blueprint reading to interior finishing and deck construction, our program covers all the essential areas of residential carpentry.
• Hands-On Experience: You'll have the unique opportunity to work on actual building projects, including constructing a home within the community. This real-world experience is invaluable as you develop your carpentry skills.
• Journeyman Carpenter Hours: Upon completion of the program, graduates qualify for 1,500 hours towards the Journeyman's Carpenter hours, accelerating your journey towards becoming a licensed carpenter.
• Toolbelt Included: Each student is supplied with a toolbelt provided by partnering with local businesses, ensuring you have all the necessary tools to begin your training.

Curriculum Overview Students will delve into a variety of subjects including:

• Blueprint Reading I & II
• Construction Material and Tool Safety
• Interior Millwork, Cabinet Installation, and Stairs
• Wall and Floor Framing/Sheeting and Building Layout
• Roof Framing, Shingling, & Flashing
• OSHA 10 Training

Career Outlook Carpentry is a high-demand field, with significant growth expected over the next decade. Approximately 21,216 new carpenters will be needed by 2026 to meet market demand due to new job creation and retirements.

Industries Employing Carpenters:

• Construction of Buildings
• Specialty Trade Contractors
• Wood Product Manufacturing
• Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Administrative and Support Services

Job Titles for Graduates:

• Assembler
• Construction Worker
• Installer
• Custom Stair Builder
• Finish Carpenter
• Lead Carpenter
• Trim Carpenter

Enhance Your Skills with Additional Certifications Consider enhancing your marketability with a certificate in Construction Management. This online program offers advanced training in management, planning, and estimating, further preparing you for leadership roles in the carpentry industry.

Scholarships Available To help with the cost of education, Riverland offers several carpentry-specific scholarships, including:

• Jake Moe Memorial
• Thomas Dohrmann, Quality Pork Processors, Inc. Memorial Scholarship
• Belita and Dick Schindler Carpentry Program Endowed Scholarship
• The Joseph Company Inc. Scholarship
• William J. Diggs Carpentry Scholarship
• Explore scholarships and apply

Ready to Start Building Your Career? Don’t wait to begin your journey in the rewarding field of carpentry. Fill out our request for more information form today to learn more about the Residential Carpentry program at Riverland Community College. Join us and start building not just buildings, but a prosperous future!

Last Updated: May 7, 2024