Certificate
The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology is a vocational qualification that provides individuals with a range of skills and knowledge related to kitchen, bathroom, installation, and furniture manufacturing. This certificate program focuses on developing expertise in cabinet making and timber technology, specifically in the context of furniture and cabinetry products.
There are no pre-requisites for this course. However, since it is an apprenticeship delivery, all students must have an employer and a valid apprenticeship contract in place prior to commencement.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training, you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify you training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
By completing this certificate program, individuals can gain comprehensive training in various aspects of cabinet making, including designing, manufacturing, and installing furniture and cabinetry products. The program typically covers topics such as interpreting work documents, selecting materials, using hand and power tools, preparing surfaces, assembling components, installing hardware, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres.
Throughout the course, students learn about different types of joinery techniques, timber selection, furniture design principles, and the use of specialized CNC equipment and machinery commonly employed in the cabinet making industry. They also gain practical skills in workshop safety, quality control, teamwork, and communication skills.
Upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, graduates can pursue a range of career opportunities in the furniture and cabinetry industry. They may work as cabinet makers, furniture manufacturers, joinery specialists, or installation technicians in businesses such as kitchen and bathroom companies, furniture production companies, or specialized cabinetry workshops.
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.