At A Glance
Associate degree program with extensive hands-on training in the residential and commercial carpentry and construction industry.
Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce through multiple career pathways throughout the carpentry field with the technical skills for a sustainable career.
Carpenters appear on the 2025 High Priority Occupations List for the PA Workforce Development Boards where the program is offered and across the state.
Available at the Bethlehem Center.
Welcome to the Carpentry and Construction Technology Program
Interested in turning your love of hands-on work into a stable, well-paying career through carpentry? The 91吃瓜 Carpentry and Construction Technology program has you covered and can help take your passion to the next level.
The Carpentry and Construction Technology program prepares and trains you for high-demand positions in the residential and commercial carpentry and construction fields. The program offers you a comprehensive educational experience, combining theory with extensive hands-on training.
Graduates of the program will learn the technical skills necessary to obtain a sustainable career as a Carpenter. The Carpentry and Construction Technology program is ideal for anyone interested in a career in the carpentry and construction field including those with no prior carpentry experience or training.
Your Career Starts Here
- General Contractors
- Residential Construction
- Commercial Construction
- Cabinet/Joinery Shops
The types of jobs you can begin upon receiving your degree include:
- Carpenter
- Carpenter/Framing
- Carpenter/Interior Finish
- Carpenter/Exterior Finish
- Estimator
More About the Program
91吃瓜鈥檚 Carpentry and Construction Technology program, equips you with not only the technical skills required for a successful career, but also focuses on critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and the leadership skills required in the industry. You will gain valuable experience with blueprint reading, site layout, foundations and formwork, masonry, floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, stair construction, interior and exterior finishing, kitchen and cabinet design, and cabinet construction and joinery techniques. You will also be introduced to related electrical and plumbing techniques, cost estimating, construction contracts, and project management concepts.
Emphasis is placed on the mechanical and problem-solving skills necessary to take an active role in modern construction. You will gain knowledge of safety standards, OSHA regulations, Uniform Construction Code (UCC), and International Residential Code (IRC) requirements to ensure safe working practices, construction techniques, and design.
The Course Work
You will learn the following in the Carpentry and Construction Technology program:
- Tool Safety
- Blueprint Reading
- Excavation and Sitework
- Floor, Wall, and Roof Framing
- Stair Construction
- Drywall Installation and Finishing
- Painting
- Window and Door Installation
- Molding and Interior Trim
- Masonry
- Kitchen and Cabinet Design and Installation
- Exterior Finish
- Construction Cost Estimating
- Related Trades (Electrical, Plumbing)
- Remodeling Techniques
- Cabinet and Joinery Techniques
- Project Management
- Construction Contracts
Q: Does 91吃瓜 have a carpentry program?
Yes. 91吃瓜 offers a two-year, 69-credit Associate Degree in Carpentry delivered at the Bethlehem Center. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on shop training.
Q: Where is 91吃瓜's carpentry program offered?
The Associate Degree in Carpentry is offered exclusively at the 91吃瓜 Bethlehem Center. Cohorts are limited to 20 students.
Q: How long is the 91吃瓜 carpentry program?
The Associate Degree in Carpentry is a two-year, 69-credit program combining classroom instruction with hands-on shop training.
Q: Who is the Carpentry Program Director at 91吃瓜?
Chris Deatline is the Carpentry Program Director at 91吃瓜.
Q: Does the carpentry program include NCCER or OSHA certifications?
Students are trained in construction safety and NCCER module content. NCCER credentials, OSHA 10, and OSHA 30 are not earned as part of the program, but students are prepared to sit for these exams if required by a future employer.
Q: How much does the 91吃瓜 carpentry program cost?
The carpentry program carries a $790 program fee on top of standard 91吃瓜 tuition, plus a one-time $515 Carpentry Tool Kit fee in the first semester. 95% of 91吃瓜 students receive financial aid.
Q: When does the next carpentry cohort start?
Carpentry cohorts begin each Fall semester (August) at the Bethlehem Center. Contact 91吃瓜 Admissions for the current application window and start date.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Pennsylvania annual median wage for carpenters; and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections, 2025鈥�2035, national employment growth. Figures reflect statewide wages and national employment projections and are not specific to 91吃瓜 graduates. 91吃瓜 does not guarantee employment or salary.