A Special Feature of the Carpentry and Millwright Apprenticeship Programs

The Labor Technical College, training center for the New York City District Council of Carpenters, received approval by the National Program on Noncollegiate Sponsored Instruction (NPONSI) – New York State Board of Regents to grant college credits equivalent to one full year of education.

This accreditation will allow tradespeople attending the college to earn up to 30 credits in both the carpentry and millwright apprenticeship programs.

The Labor Technical College also works in conjunction with SUNY Empire State College to offer an additional 34 credits, allowing for the completion of an Associate Degree of Science in Labor and Construction Studies on-site.  The Labor Technical College is currently in the process of creating similar programs with other New York colleges in efforts to offer greater opportunity for the construction education community at large.

More about the Labor Technical College

Currently, the Labor Technical College offers seventy journey level skills and safety courses. “We are continually evaluating the needs of our employers’ to create programs that will not only benefit the Brotherhood, but enhance the capabilities of our craftspeople to sustain work opportunities,” said Martin Daly, Director of the Labor Technical College.  “Qualified workers have a greater chance in overcoming current economic uncertainties by keeping their jobs and getting introduced to new employment options.  Now, with our ability to offer college credits, the Labor Technical College can make such opportunities more attainable.”