Carpentry and Cabinetmaking Technology is an Associate Degree program offered by Johnson College in Scranton, PA. The program takes 2 academic years to complete, with a total tuition of $39,400.
Program Overview
The two-year Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology Associates Degree program prepares students as entry-level trades people in the layout, estimation, and construction of residential construction including the installation of trim, furniture, stairs and cabinets. The skill set would also include weatherization installers and technicians and conservation retrofitters. Leadership and management skills are stressed. Students work with industry standard tools and equipment such as table saws, jointers, power tools, hand tools, pneumatic nailers, and laser levels.
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Johnson College’s President & CEO, Dr. Katie Pittelli, visits industry partner, Simplex Homes.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.Apply Now
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
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Career Opportunities
Graduates work as rough and finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, mill workers, building product representatives, and custom woodworkers. Typical employers in the carpentry and cabinetmaking career field are residential, commercial, and industrial construction companies; remodeling contractors; cabinet and showcase manufacturers; mill-work companies and lumber yards; wholesale and retail building product suppliers; modular home manufacturers; large institutional, business, and industrial complexes; and architectural engineering firms.
Our Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology program graduates enter the region’s workforce at locations such as Carpenters Local Union #445 , NEPA Builders, LLC , and Perih Contracting, Inc .
Employment Opportunities
Building & Construction Carpenter
Finish Carpenter
Cabinetmaker
Hardwood Floor Installer
Dry Wall Installer/Finisher
Wood Working Assembler
Curriculum
Program total: 62 credits.
Tuition
Johnson College publishes tuition as an annual rate rather than a per-program price: $19,700 per academic year full time (12–20 credits per term, 24–40 per year), $625 per credit part time, and $250 per credit for summer and intersession. Books for the fall and spring semesters are covered by tuition.
The figure shown for this program is computed from that rate over its 2 academic years — it is not a price the college publishes per program.
Accreditation
Johnson College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE); its status is Accreditation Granted.