Institute of Carpenters
The home for professionals working in wood trades
Established 1890
Welcome
The Institute of Carpenters (IOC) is the home for professionals working with 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.
Click here to visit the Student Hub
Latest News
A Seat at the Table: NAS & IOC Director Appointed to Taskforce on Apprenticeship Reforms
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