Apprenticeship program
Are you a graduate of the Carpentry Foundation program (Level 1) and ready to continue your training? If you have some work experience, Carpentry Level 2 at VIU’s tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus is the next step.
What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship combines technical training in school with work-based training in industry.
Take Carpentry Level 2 technical training to:
- become a more skilled carpenter
- become more employable
- earn more money
- start working towards your Red Seal
Level 2
Carpentry Level 2 training is seven weeks long. There are financial supports to help you take time off work to complete it. It covers:
- documentation and organizational skills
- tools and equipment
- survey instruments
- site layout
- concrete formwork
- wood frame construction
- finishing materials
- building Science
Carpentry apprenticeship levels 3 and 4 are offered at VIU’s Nanaimo campus. Complete all 4 training levels, do 6360 work-based training hours and take the Interprovincial exam to earn your Red Seal.
Registration process
Apprenticeship training classes at VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus fill on a first-come, first-registered basis.
- apply to VIU
- watch for emails from VIU for next steps, we will need more information from you
- email apprentice@viu.ca for information on training availability and for registration help
Admission information
Admission requirements
- successfully completed Carpentry Foundation Level 1
- registered as an apprentice with SkilledTradesBC
- have an employer sponsor
| Apprenticeship Level | Tuition | Additional mandatory student fees | Domestic Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 | 839.16 | 163.10 | 1,002.26 |
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
Carpentry Level 2 apprenticeship at VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus starts on May 10, 2027.
Please contact the Apprenticeship Admissions and Registration Assistant for seat availability and waitlist information:
Email: apprentice@viu.ca
Phone: 250.740.6227
An Apprenticeship Admissions and Registration Assistant can help with your questions:
- email apprentice@viu.ca
- call us at 250-740-6227
- Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
Help paying for school
Financial help for apprentices
There is WorkBC, Employment Insurance, Canada Apprentice Loans and tax credits to help
Financial Aid & Awards
The Financial Aid & Awards office can direct you to grants, student loans and more
