What does this course involve?
Designed for trainee process workers in the furniture manufacturing sector, this course is ideal for those looking to progress into an apprenticeship.
You’ll learn how to prepare surfaces for finishing, use hand power tools and assemble furnishing components using basic construction techniques. Learn how to follow plans through to assembly and construct furniture using the leg and rail technique.
You’ll increase your employability by learning how to communicate effectively in the workplace, as well as how to carry out work safely.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may give you employment opportunities as an apprentice in the furnishing 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 III in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making) Apprenticeship or the Certificate III in Furniture Making (Apprenticeship).
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed Year 10 level reading, comprehension skills and mathematics (estimating and costing skills)
- 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 - 1 year (1 day per week)
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
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.