Welcome
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC) is the home for professionals working in wood. Carpenters, joiners, furniture makers, shopfitters and others – if you are part of the craft in, or work with wood, then this is the Institute for you.
Our membership encompasses education, employment and beyond. We are fortunate to include students, colleges, tradespeople, and businesses as our members. Whichever level of membership is right for you, we are here to help promote, support, and develop you and, more broadly, the sector.
Welcome to the Institute of Carpenters – the home for professionals working in the wood trades.
Student Hub
In the Student Hub section of our website you will find lots of useful information, which covers everything from bursaries and awards to apprenticeships, starting your own business and much more.
You will also find the IOC member colleges and a page of useful links to help you navigate your career in carpentry.
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Latest News
Final Year Student Competition
For any colleges planning to nominate a final year student for the competition, the closing date is Friday 3 October 2025
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Tradepoint/B&Q 3 for 2 offer
3 for 2 on Dulux, Valspar and Leyland interior paint.
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Government Announces 10 New Construction Technical Colleges
Government Announces 10 New Construction Technical Colleges The government has named 10 specialist Construction Technical Excellence Colleges to train more … Read more…
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