Certificate II In Furniture Making Pathways

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Learn furniture-making basics in this course while completing your secondary school studies

This scored VCE VET course is designed to introduce students to the theories and practices necessary to enhance their future studies and employment prospects in the furnishing industry.

Requirements for this course is that the student have Year 10 English & Maths

Proposed timetable:
Dandenong Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Frankston Wednesday 1pm - 6pm

Structured workplace 80 hours recommended but not mandatory, although it is highly recommended if you can secure a work placement as this might assist you in finding an apprenticeship.

Course code: MSF20516
On campus: Dandenong, Frankston
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Part Time, 2 years.
Commencing: 3 February 2021

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Learning outcomes
Structured Workplace Learning (SWL)
SWL is not mandated in this program, though the VCAA strongly recommend all VET students undertake some work placement.

Contribution to the VCE/VCAL
Please speak to your VET coordinator for more information about contribution to VCE or VCAL.

Training and employment outcomes
apprentice furniture maker

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
MSFFM2002	Assemble furnishing components
MSFFP2002	Develop a career plan for the furnishing industry
MSFFP2004	Apply domestic surface coatings
MSFFP2005	Join furnishing materials
MSFFP2008	Make a simple upholstery product
MSMPCI103	Demonstrate care and apply safe practices at work
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSFFP2006	Make simple timber joints
MSFFP2003	Prepare surfaces
MSFFP2001	Undertake a basic furniture making project
MSFGN2001	Make measurements and calculations
MSFFM2001	Use furniture making sector hand and power tools

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate II In Furniture Making Pathways
Possible job outcome	apprentice furniture maker

Admission requirements

Year 10 level of maths and english preferred
Fees

Fees for VETiS programs vary from school to school due to a range of factors.

Please contact your school's VET coordinator to determine what fees you will need to contribute to undertake this program.
How to apply

VETiS enrolments are processed through secondary school VET coordinators.
If you are interested in completing this program, please contact your school VET Coordinator.

For any other queries, please email vetisprograms@chisholm.edu.au.
What to bring
> Sleeveless overalls (beige).
> Long or short sleeved shirt under overalls.
> Safety work boots.
> Ear muffs AS/NZS 1269.3 Class 5+.
> Safety glasses AS/NZS 1337.
> Students with long hair are required to supply a suitable hair restraint.
> Ear muffs and safety glasses can be provided by student or can be purchased from Chisholm.