Carpenter at Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers
at Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers in Philadelphia, PA
About This Program
Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers sponsors this registered carpenter apprenticeship in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This employer-based program provides a comprehensive, paid training experience for individuals entering the carpentry trade in the greater Philadelphia region.
The program is four years in length and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in wood and steel framing, concrete formwork, interior and exterior finishing, and general construction carpentry. Technical instruction includes blueprint reading, construction mathematics, material handling, safety compliance, and applicable building codes.
Upon completion, graduates earn journeyman carpenter status and a recognized U.S. Department of Labor credential. Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers has a long history of preparing skilled carpenters for the Philadelphia construction market, and completing this apprenticeship positions graduates for strong employment prospects throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
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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