Membership · Member colleges

Member colleges

The schools, colleges and training providers that teach the wood trades – and connect their students to the Institute from day one.

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42Member colleges and training providers
FreeStudent membership for learners at member colleges
1890The year the Institute was founded
Why colleges join

Keeping the craft alive, generation by generation

Bringing students into the Institute early helps carry traditional skills and high standards from one generation of carpenters and joiners to the next.

For your college

Recognition

  • Show learners, parents and employers that your courses are connected to the professional body for carpenters and joiners
  • A listing in our member college directory
  • Invitations to Institute events, including our College Hub days
For your Liaison Officer

A direct line

  • A named contact between your college and the Institute
  • News, opportunities and competitions to share with learners
  • The route for nominating learners for the Apprentice of the Year Award
For your students

A first step

  • Free student membership while they study
  • The start of the IOC membership pathway – from Student and Apprentice to Member and Fellow
  • Access to the Student Hub
College directory

Find a member college

Looking for a carpentry or joinery course? Every college below is a member of the Institute, and its students can join us for free.

FreeStudent membership

Studying at a member college?

You can join the Institute as a Student member for free while you study. Ask your tutor, or visit the Student Hub to find out more.

Student Hub
College membership

Bring your college into the Institute

College membership is open to schools, colleges and training providers that teach carpentry, joinery and related wood trade courses.

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Who can join
  • Schools, FE colleges and independent training providers
  • Delivering carpentry, joinery or related wood trade courses
  • Willing to nominate a Liaison Officer as the main contact with the Institute