MSF31113 - Certificate III in Cabinet Making

This qualification is for indentured apprentices who are involved in the manufacture and installation of fitted furniture, typically in a kitchen, bathroom or related context. This qualification is delivered over four (4) years in five (5) stages. Each stage of training is unique and dedicated to providing the apprentice with a level of competence in line with the apprentice’s progress through their apprenticeship and industry expectation. Each stage is of varying duration based on the number of competencies being delivered and assessed. As the training and assessment are competency-based it may be possible for the apprentice to complete their training sooner if they demonstrate the required skill level during the stage being delivered.

Resources will be required upon commencement of training. Find out more.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

Standard Course Structure (Apprentices Only)

Duration:

This course is for apprentices only.  Apprenticeships are typically delivered within a 4 year period.

Apprentice Group Core

MSFGN3001	Read and interpret work documents
MSMSUP106	Work in a team
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSFGN2001	Make measurements and calculations
MSFFM2001	Use furniture making sector hand and power tools

Apprentice electives

CPCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
TLID0021	Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances
MSFFM3015	Set up, operate and maintain planing and finishing machines
MSFFM3013	Set up, operate and maintain drilling machines
MSFFM3012	Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines
MSFFM3011	Measure and draw site layout for manufactured furniture products
MSFFM3003	Produce angled and curved furniture using manufactured board
MSFFF2006	Apply surface coatings by spray gun
MSFKB3006	Install fitted cabinets and components
MSFKB3005	Fabricate cabinets for the built-in environment
MSFKB3004	Conduct on-site adjustments to cabinets and components
MSFKB3003	Check and measure fit of cabinets
MSFKB3002	Determine requirements for installation of cabinets
MSFGN3002	Estimate and cost job
MSFFM3010	Prepare cutting list from plans and job specifications
MSFFM3005	Fabricate custom furniture
MSFKB2001	Prepare for cabinet installation
MSFFM3019	Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines
MSFFM2011	Apply manufactured board conversion techniques
MSFFM2003	Select and apply hardware
MSFFM2002	Assemble furnishing components

Standard Course Structure (FFS Only)

Duration:

This course is for Fee for Service (FFS) students (e.g. Skills test, apprentices wishing to do extra units under FFS).

Apprentices can be accepted throughout the year. Training dates are structured upon intake.

Work-integrated learning does not apply to this course.

This course has no residential schools.

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

This course is for apprenticeship training only. Students must be employed as apprentices in a relevant industry.

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

There are no other entry requirements.

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of skills at trade-level for those working in furniture making and those involved in the manufacture and installation of fitted furniture typically in a kitchen, bathroom and related context. Installation skills may be applied to new or renovation work.

Professional recognition is not applicable to this course.

Fee for service	$20,720.00 (2023)
Fee for service per unit	$740.00 (2023)

Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.

User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.

For further information please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure, please call us on 13 27 86.

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