Testimonials

“I was trying to find a refresher course for carpentry so I could challenge the Interprovincial for five or six years. Finally I came across Integrated Carpentry Tutorials, and I gave Richard Dickenson a call and next thing I know, I am in a class with seven or eight other guys learning the goods on how to get through this exam.

Richard taught us what we needed to know about Building Code, Critical Thinking and a whole lot of Construction Math, which he made easy to understand. Got through the course and I was ready to write. I did not do as well as l had hoped, but I stayed in touch with Richard and he put the course on again in Kamloops. He invited me and the other guys to sit in again at no charge to us, for those of us did who did not get to write or pass the first time because of the forest fires.

Well great news for all of us in that course ~ we ALL passed with good numbers! Richard is the guy you need to contact if you want to get your Red Seal. He helped me and others out with lots of phone calls and Skyping. He was always there to help us, two years after we took the original course

Thanks a lot Richard!!”

Daniel Martin, Kamloops, BC

“An outstanding program, Richard uses his experience as both a seasoned foreman and carpenter as well as teaching instructor in a manner that helps translate the familiar job site practicality into the paperwork and exam work that the ITA requires. He masterfully evaluates the students personalities and learning styles and adapts to work with them while moving the course forward in a smooth manner. A major confidence booster for everyone involved, this course is very highly recommended for any challengers. Thank you Richard for helping me receive my red seal!”

Vance Gushulak

Hello Richard~ I thought I would give you an update as to what I am doing. I have a l
Limited Company, and I will have been in business for 25 years in June.
I am registered with the HPO and I have all my certifications for a Registered Homebuilder.

Since getting certified through your course as a Red Seal Interprovincial Carpenter, I have signed up to the CMAW Carpenter’s Union and I have the option to go to the Site C Peace River Dam Project .

Since getting my Red Seal, I also took a course with North Island College and got accepted into the ACFC union for working in the TV and movie industry. I actually got a job offer to work down in Parksville on the “Chesapeake Shores” TV program.

I have not decided what direction I want to take. I just wanted to let you know that getting my Red Seal has given me a range of choices of what I do.

I have not been happy building houses for a number years I make a good living but it’s time for a change and thanks to you, I have the ability to make that change.

Thanks again Richard and take care.

Sincerely Yours,

Jim Lagos, Campbell River, BC

“Richard & the Integrated Carpentry Tutorials program takes a unique approach to teaching & structure, catering to the mindset of today’s tradesperson. Before attending Richard’s class, I had written the Interprovincial exam a few times & was missing the passing mark by 1 - 3%. After coupling the I.C.T. program with diligent studying, as per the National Occupational Analysis for Carpentry (found on www.red-seal.ca), I was able to rewrite the exam & even surpass my set goal! Richard’s course & teaching methods put my test anxiety at ease & helped me pass the final hurdle in my apprenticeship, opening up a number of new opportunities to further my career & my skillset.”

~Alex McClelland, Vancouver, BC – February, 2018

Hi Richard-I want to thank you for the course, the best money I have spent in a long time. Looking back on how the exam went, I can see why you taught us to navigate the National Building Code the way you did. It made me very confident as the exam unfolded. It feels good to finally have my RED SEAL. I will continue to recommend your course to my colleagues. Thanks again! - Michael Moore, Vancouver, BC. ~June, 2017.

Richard Dickenson delivers a great product. The course material is designed to provide the students with all the information they need to succeed at the exam. That being said, it’s how he structures and delivers the material that is the key to the success of the course.

While in no way dumbing down the course, he de-mythologizes it, lessing the intimidation the exam can cause in workers long out of school.

He was able to foster an in-class environment that let students gain the confidence to share mistakes and peer mentor each other, and provide plenty of one-to-one tutoring.

I know, this sounds like a promotional brochure. It was meant to.

From Local 2499’s perspective, we have helped 2 member gain certification; we acquired 2 new members (and counting) and built positive relationships with a dozen local carpenters. And, the publicity has also been great, branding the local as proactive and engaged in the territory.

We have reinforced ties with First Nations and their members. I don’t think I can overemphasize the need for (and benefit of) this type of course in the ‘Communities’. We have also initiated a relationship with the Yukon Department of Advanced Education that could be fruitful. There was great enthusiasm for this course in the department as it specifically addresses the training bottleneck they have identified, namely that there aren’t enough journeyman carpenters to take on and sign off on apprentices. In short, there is strong demand for this program and Richard’s course fits the bill perfectly. We are going to continue offering the course as long as there i demand and he is willing to offer it.

I strongly recommend BCRCC do the same as I’m sure the demographics are the same in lotus-land.

Fraternally,
Bill Johnstone,
Secretary Treasurer,
UBC Local 2499
Whitehorse, YT

Hey Richard~ Thanks for staying on top of things. Im so happy to finally have my Red Seal. In fact less than a week after receiving my marks I was promoted to General Foreman. Your class definitely reinforced my knowledge and honed my skills specifically for that test. I am truly grateful for the experience!!