Carpentry

at ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter

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About

The ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter Craft Training Program is accredited by the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The curriculum that we use, Contren Learning Series, was developed by subject matter experts from the industry to train skilled workers. The ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter Training Center’s primary goal is to provide the construction industry with the most qualified craftsmen today and for years to come.

Takes

2-4 Years

Costs

$1.6k

Leads to

$47.6k careers

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Example Career

Carpenters

Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall, and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.

Architecture & Construction

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Entry

Median

High

Salary

Hourly Wage

$31,150

$47,630

$61,980

$14.98

$22.90

$29.80

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Is this a career path I'll enjoy?

With the clout and knowledge provided by some of the most qualified instructors in the United States, ABC-trained workers tend to receive higher wages, experience more job satisfaction and have greater job retention. The employer saves money through an appreciably safer workplace, employee retention, and a significant increase in productivity.

What skills and credentials will I gain?

The 4-year Commercial Carpentry class is approved as a Registered Apprenticeship program, and the trainee will receive full NCCER completion credentials for NCCER Carpentry upon completion of the course. The 2-year Industrial Carpentry course will gain an NCCER Form Carpentry certification, with the opportunity to take the NCCER Journeyman Industrial Carpentry Assessment.

Carpentry at ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter

Admissions

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Open registration begins on Nov. 7th (Members & High Schools) & November 29th (public). Applications must be submitted to our office along with all fees and tuition. (Applications accepted Mon. - Fri. from 8am to 4pm)

Contact

Who do I contact?

ABC New Orleans/Bayou Chapter

101 Riverbend Drive
St. Rose, LA 70087