Fast Track Carpentry Level 1

  • Tue, January 19, 2027
  • Thu, April 22, 2027
  • 46 sessions
  • Tue, January 19, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, January 20, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, January 21, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Tue, January 26, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, January 27, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, January 28, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Sat, January 30, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EST)
  • Tue, February 02, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, February 03, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, February 04, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Tue, February 09, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, February 10, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, February 11, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Sat, February 13, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EST)
  • Tue, February 16, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, February 17, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, February 18, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Tue, February 23, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, February 24, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, February 25, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Sat, February 27, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EST)
  • Tue, March 02, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, March 03, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, March 04, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Tue, March 09, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Wed, March 10, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Thu, March 11, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EST)
  • Sat, March 13, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EST)
  • Tue, March 16, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Wed, March 17, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Thu, March 18, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Sat, March 20, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Tue, March 23, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Wed, March 24, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Thu, March 25, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Tue, April 06, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Wed, April 07, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Thu, April 08, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Sat, April 10, 2027, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Tue, April 13, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Wed, April 14, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Thu, April 15, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Sat, April 17, 2027, 8:00 AM 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • Tue, April 20, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Wed, April 21, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Thu, April 22, 2027, 5:30 PM 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Birchwood Construction Woodshop 8920 Moeller Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
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Registration

  • This non-refundable fee provides Fast Track students access to tutoring and testing, counseling, academic advising, career services, the Athletic Center courts and running or walking track, library resources, Campus Cupboard, student organization and Student Senate events, and athletic events, while excluding eligibility for Residence Hall housing and participation in athletics.

Register

Tuition: $6,000 (Grant funding opportunities may be available with registration)

Class Dates: January 19, 2027 - April 22, 2027   

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays • 5:30 - 8:30 PM                       

Labs/Site Visits are held on 6 Saturdays

Spring Break: No classes March 29 - April 2

Location: Birchwood Construction Woodshop 8920 Moeller Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740

In partnership with


Fast-Track Carpentry Level 1 with NCCER Core is a 170-hour, hands-on workforce training program designed to prepare students for entry-level opportunities in residential and commercial carpentry. Students will learn foundational construction skills while building practical knowledge in safety, construction math, hand and power tools, construction drawings, material handling, communication, employability skills, and basic jobsite expectations.

The program also introduces students to Level 1 carpentry skills including building materials and fasteners, construction plans and documents, site and building layout, floor systems, wall systems, roof framing, basic stair layout, and building envelope systems. Instruction includes classroom learning, hands-on labs, and applied skill development aligned with NCCER/GMCA curriculum.

This course is ideal for individuals interested in entering the skilled trades, gaining practical carpentry experience, or continuing into additional construction training such as Carpentry Levels 2 - 4.

Students who successfully complete the program will receive an NCMC Certificate of Completion documenting 170-hours of NCCER/GMCA-aligned training and completed competencies. Course completion of Level 1 does not result in a Michigan Builder's License. 

Regional Wage and Labor Benchmarks

Based on the current data, which was gathered from seven Northern Michigan counties, the current Regional Median Wage for Carpenters is $57,329. The National Median Wage for this field is $59,301.


This 14 week program includes: 

• Required safety equipment and tools for student use

• Assistance with grant opportunities to cover tuition

• Access to NCMC facilities and learning resources

• Assistance with job placement


Students must come dressed for construction lab work every class.  

  Required Student Attire: 

Long pants / work pants 

Closed-toe work boots / Safety-toe boots



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