Carpenter at Mid-Atlantic Carpenters' Training Centers Baltimore
at Mid-Atlantic Carpenters' Training Centers Baltimore in Baltimore, MD
About This Program
The Mid-Atlantic Carpenters' Training Centers Baltimore sponsors a registered Carpenter apprenticeship program based in Baltimore, MD. This employer-sponsored program provides paid, hands-on training for individuals looking to build a career in the carpentry trade without prior experience required.
The program runs for four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in framing, form building, interior finishing, blueprint reading, building codes, and safe tool and equipment operation. Both practical field work and classroom learning are combined to ensure a well-rounded foundation in the trade.
Upon completing all program requirements, graduates earn journeyman carpenter status — a recognized credential that opens doors to steady employment across residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program, with pay typically increasing as they advance through each training level.
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.
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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