Sheridan College’s Carpentry Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion offers a comprehensive, industry-standard pathway for students to gain essential skills, certifications, and knowledge for advancing their careers in carpentry. Open to individuals of all ages and skill levels currently employed in the field, the program requires students to be working under a licensed contractor registered with the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship in Cheyenne.

Participants begin as journeyman carpenters and progress toward becoming licensed general contractors. The program is structured to accommodate full-time employment, combining on-the-job training at the student’s workplace with flexible, online classroom instruction that can be completed outside of work hours. Upon completion, students earn nationally recognized credentials that enhance their career prospects and professional standing.

Why Sheridan College

The Carpentry Apprenticeship Program provides the educational strategies and opportunities necessary to succeed in this profession. This state-approved program complements the 2000-hour-per-year working component needed to meet the yearly requirements set by the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Once the program is completed, apprentices achieve a Journeyman Carpentry Certificate from the Bureau of Apprenticeship.

Industry Outlook

The versatile carpentry field is growing across the region and nation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Increased homebuilding and remodeling activities have led to an increased demand for carpenters in virtually every state. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that from 2016-2026 over 83,800 jobs will be added to this field, an increase of over 8 percent.

Faculty and Community

Our Sheridan College faculty are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated to your success. They will teach you the vital carpentry skills to help you in your career.

Sheridan College also has strong relationships with local and national construction industries, including Habitat for Humanity of the Eastern Bighorns in Wyoming, as well as the Big Horn Home Builders Association (which supports completing apprentices with tool vouchers). These industry leaders ensure our students are learning the hands-on skills to compete and thrive in the carpentry field.