Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology
Gain the entry-level skills required to kick start you career in cabinet making and timber technology. Complete this course as an apprenticeship so you can work and train at the same time to become a qualified solid timber or wood machinist or cabinet maker.
Course overview
Kick start your career in the Furnishing Trade with this entry-level qualification. Complete this course as an apprenticeship so you can work and train at the same time.
According to the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service, the number of people working as wood trades workers is expected to see stable future growth. Opportunities are available in manufacturing, retail trade and construction with employers looking for workers who are reliable, work well in a team, and have a strong work ethic.
In this course you will gain skills in making and repairing fine timber products using solid timber, flat-panel or timber-based materials. You will learn processes from design through to production including producing manual and computer-aided drawings, using power tools and wood machines, and undertaking jobs within cost and time constraints. Within this course you may specialise in producing free-standing furniture such as dining and bedroom suites, antiques and office furniture; or you may learn the skills required for the manufacture and installation of kitchen and bathroom fittings.
Successful completion of either the wood machining, furniture or kitchen/bathroom pathways will qualify you as a wood machinist/ cabinet maker so you can continue to progress your trade career.
Job Outcomes
Solid Timber Machinist
Machining Technician
Wood Machinist
Wood Trades Worker
Cabinet Maker (Furniture)
Cabinet Maker (Kitchens and Bathrooms)
Free apprenticeships for under 25s*
The Queensland government is supporting young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications.
