United Brotherhood of Carpenters – Mississippi
Trade Schools and Apprenticeships in Mississippi / United Brotherhood of Carpenters – Mississippi
United Brotherhood of Carpenters – Mississippi
Programs Offered
- Carpentry Apprenticeship
- Interior Systems
- Millwright Work
- Pile Driving
- Concrete Formwork
- General Construction Skills
- OSHA and Safety Certifications
Program Overview
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) provides apprenticeship and career training programs across the United States, including Mississippi, through the Southeastern Carpenters Regional Council. These programs combine classroom instruction with on-the-job experience, allowing apprentices to learn directly from seasoned professionals. Training focuses on modern construction methods, blueprint reading, safety practices, and material handling to prepare workers for the demands of the carpentry and construction industries.
Each apprentice progresses through structured levels of training, advancing in skill, responsibility, and wage potential while building a strong foundation for a long-term construction career.
Hands-On Training
Apprentices gain real-world experience working on active job sites under the supervision of journeyman carpenters. Training modules typically include:
- Framing and structural assembly
- Interior and exterior systems installation
- Millwright setup, alignment, and precision maintenance
- Pile driving, rigging, and heavy construction techniques
- Blueprint interpretation and layout
- Tool safety and job site best practices
Certifications & Career Preparation
- Prepares apprentices for journey-level status in the carpentry trade
- Includes OSHA 10- and 30-hour safety certifications
- Offers rigging, scaffolding, and fall-protection certifications
- Meets Department of Labor and NCCER apprenticeship standards
Graduates qualify for union construction positions across Mississippi and throughout the Southeastern United States. Many advance into supervisory, foreman, or project management roles within the construction industry.
Program Length
- Apprenticeship Duration: Approximately 3 to 4 years
- Includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 600+ hours of classroom instruction
Admission Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Physically capable of performing carpentry work
- Valid driver’s license recommended
Financial Aid & Support Services
UBC apprenticeships are tuition-free and funded jointly by union members and participating contractors. Apprentices earn competitive wages and benefits as they train. Additional support services may include academic tutoring, safety courses, and employment placement assistance after program completion.
Location & Contact
Training for Mississippi apprentices is coordinated through the Southeastern Carpenters Regional Council and its affiliated training centers.
- Organization: Southeastern Carpenters Regional Council
- Address: 3710 Executive Center Drive, Suite A, Augusta, GA 30907
- Phone: (706) 854-8777
Apprenticeship Cost & Career Outlook
This is a Registered Apprenticeship Program — meaning you will earn while you learn.
- Paid on-the-job training with increasing wages
- Classroom or technical instruction provided by the program
- No tuition costs — apprentices are paid during training
- Nationally recognized credential upon completion
Because apprenticeships are managed through the U.S. Department of Labor, College Scorecard data for tuition and earnings does not apply. Apprenticeships provide real-world experience and a direct path to journeyman-level wages without student debt.