Build something that lasts.

What you'll learn

• Reading plans and measuring twice
• Hand tools, power tools, and shop safety
• Framing, finish work, and basic cabinetry
• Joinery, fasteners, and how to fix your mistakes
• Estimating materials and pricing a job

What you'll build

Each cohort builds a real piece — a workbench, a piece of furniture, or a small structure on the property — that they keep or donate to a family in need.

The entrepreneurship angle

Carpenters with a truck and a circular saw start side hustles fast. We'll cover how to bid your first job, handle deposits, and decide when to hire help.