What does this course involve?
This course is designed for apprentices who make freestanding furniture.
You will learn about the techniques of furniture construction such as how to hand make timber joints, use hand tools and prepare surfaces for finishing.
Gain skills in assembling furniture parts from plans, reading and interpreting work documents and selecting the right materials for the job.
You will also learn about safety and communication in the workplace, and how to estimate and quote jobs.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities in the furniture industry.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Certificate IV in Design or Production at other institutes, or the Diploma of Arts (Furniture Design) at Box Hill Institute.
Can I apply?
- You must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
- You must have a training contract with an employer
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
Length of course
Part time - 3 years
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Workplace Assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.