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Study & Career Pathways

Potential career paths

  • Furniture Maker

  • Cabinet Maker

  • Picture Framer

  • Wood Machinist

  • Production Manager

  • Furniture Designer

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Possible study pathways

  • Certificate III (apprenticeship)

  • Diploma of Building Surveying

  • Advanced Diploma of Building Design

  • Bachelor of Architecture

Accreditation 

Contribution towards VCE: VM 

It is mandated that students studying VCE: VM complete 180 hours of a VET course in a Certificate II or above.  This will contribute 2 VET credits towards a student’s program.

Contribution towards VPC

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Students studying VPC may choose to include a VET program, however it is not mandated.

 

Contribution towards VCE

Recognition of two units at Units 1 and 2, and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.

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Note: The Units 3 and 4 sequence of VCE VET Furnishing is not designed as a stand-alone study. Students are strongly advised against undertaking the Units 3 and 4 sequence without first completing Units 1 and 2

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ATAR Contribution

Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR. This study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of the student’s best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study.

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Scored assessment is available

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National Accreditation

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CERTIFICATE II IN FURNITURE MAKING PATHWAYS | COURSE CODE: MSF20522

Federation University |  RTO Code: 4909     -     Delivered at WTTC 

What Will You Learn?

The VET furnishing program provides students with the knowledge and skills to enhance their employment prospects in the furnishing or cabinet making industry.  The qualification within this program will help develop students’ knowledge of timber and other furnishing materials plus provide them with the ability to read plans whilst working on a range of projects.

A person working in the furniture trade may be involved in cabinet making, upholstery, polishing, picture framing and floor finishing and covering while incorporating elements of creativity with functionality and design.

Program Delivery

Delivered over two years

Location Wimmera Trade Training Centre

Horsham College Campus

Contact Days/Hours Wednesdays 9.10 am to 3.15 pm

Workplacement 

40 hours spread across the 2-year program is recommended.

Clothing/Equipment/OHS and Materials Fee

Durable workwear—no loose-fitting clothing Safety boots required


Students experiencing financial disadvantage may be eligible to receive free Work Boots provided by the State Schools’ Relief Program. Contact your VET Coordinator to find out if you are eligible.

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Select fees to be paid by the DE for students attending public schools.  Independent and Catholic schools will discuss fees with their families.

Fees & Equipment

Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.

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