Woodworking Basics Certificate

In addition to the three gateway classes and 11 required classes, the Woodworking Basics Certificate includes an annual individual BARN membership and the opportunity to work 1-on-1 for 18 hours with a woodworking mentor on a project of your choice. This mentorship opportunity is not offered elsewhere in the Woodworking Studio.

If you took the classes a la carte, purchased a BARN membership, and hired a mentor at $40/hour for 18 hours, the cost would be about $500 more than enrolling in the Woodworking Basics Certificate program.

Applications are due January 15, July 15, and October 15. You can start taking classes at any time and get credit for those you complete prior to be accepted.

You have two full quarters to complete the gateway classes, required classes, and the mentorship project. Timing starts with the beginning of the first full quarter after your acceptance into the program. For example, if you apply in September, the first full quarter will begin in January, and you will have until June 30 to complete your classes. You can start taking any of the classes in the program before you are accepted. If you need more time or if you will be out of town or otherwise unable to take classes, you can request an extension by emailing registrar@bainbridgebarn.org.

Annually, the start and end dates of each quarter may be adjusted by one or two days to fit more smoothly into the calendar. Generally the quarters will be:

Fall quarter: 9/1 to 12/19
Winter quarter: 1/2 to 3/31
Spring quarter: 4/1 to 6/30

The program is not active during the summer, but you may take any Woodworking Basics class that may be offered to fulfill your requirements. Mentorship projects may be completed during the summer if your mentor is available.

You may apply for tuition assistance through BARN’s existing program. Tuition assistance limits ($750 per class and $900 per person per year) will apply. If you think you need more support, please email registrar@bainbridgebarn.org to discuss.

As a rule, no. If you would like to discuss an installment plan to fit your unique situation, please email registrar@bainbridgebarn.org.

No. To receive a certificate, you must attend each class meeting and each scheduled meeting with your mentor. If you accumulate a significant number of absences, fail to abide by the BARN Code of Conduct, or exhibit dangerous behavior in the shop, your participation in the program may be reviewed.

Beyond meeting noted education requirements, the primary consideration for acceptance into the program is your ability to work in the shop safely. Instructors will provide feedback to the program coordinator if questions arise about your ability to keep yourself and others safe.