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About JSC

Overview of the Joint School of Carpentry

TRAINING THE BEST CARPENTERS IN THE MID-ATLANTIC REGION

The Joint School of Carpentry (JSC) has conducted carpentry training programs for Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia since 1951.  Students in this program are on a career path that promises good union jobs with superior health benefits and retirement pension plans. 

The JSC apprenticeship is a four-year program consisting of on-the-job training and related school-based instruction.  Our carpenter-students are employed by union construction companies and earn some of the best wages in the industry. JSC Apprentices earn while they learn.

Journeyman carpenters also attend the JSC to broaden and enhance their trade craft.  The JSC offers more than 25 Extended Learning classes that allow Journeyman to continually develop their carpentry skills and ensure they are the region's best craftsmen.

The JSC also partners with community organizations to offer pre-apprenticeship workforce development programs.  Through these partnerships with civic agencies and local high schools, the JSC is a partner to the Community in training the future workforce.

Explore the rest of this website for more information on our rewarding programs.