Carpenter at Central Missouri Carpenters Jap
at Central Missouri Carpenters Jap in Jefferson City, MO
About This Program
Central Missouri Carpenters JAP sponsors a registered Carpenter apprenticeship program in Jefferson City, MO. This employer-sponsored, time-based program offers paid training for individuals in central Missouri who are ready to build a professional career in the carpentry trade.
The program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience in framing, concrete formwork, finish carpentry, and interior construction systems. Classroom sessions cover blueprint reading, jobsite safety, building codes, and construction mathematics, rounding out apprentices' knowledge for real-world job site demands.
Successful program completion leads to journeyman carpenter status, providing graduates with a recognized credential for employment in residential, commercial, and industrial construction across Missouri. Apprentices receive wages throughout training, with increases built into the program as skills and responsibilities grow.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Carpenter Career Outlook
National Median
$25.87/hr
~$53,809.6/yr
Apprentice Start
$14.5/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Carpenter employment is projected to grow in line with construction activity. Residential building, commercial renovation, and infrastructure projects all drive demand. Carpenters with diverse skills across framing, finishing, and concrete work have the strongest prospects. The trade continues to face a shortage of younger workers, creating opportunities for new entrants.
What to Expect as a Carpenter Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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