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Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology
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ABOUT THE COURSE
Workers with this qualification have tradesperson-level skills in the manufacture and/or installation of products, including furniture and cabinetry, made from timber and other materials.
They have core skills in tool use, measuring, drawing (including computer-aided design), interpreting work documentation, preparing cutting lists, communication, teamwork, and safe and environmentally sustainable work practices. They may have specialised skills in wood machining, cabinet and furniture making, kitchen and bathroom construction and installation, marine cabinetry, coopering or drafting.
Work is in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader activities involving established routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures. Individuals collaborate with others to achieve quality outcomes and take responsibility for their own work. They may have some limited responsibility for the work of others.
Kitchen and bathroom installers must be licensed in some states, and induction training is required for those working on construction sites.
Recognised by Australian Qualifications Framework and Nationally Recognised Training
Details
Course Code
MSF30322
CRICOS Course Code
120127J
Location
Melbourne Campus
Intake
Every 2 Months (Bi-Monthly)
Delivery Mode
Face-to-Face (Classroom + Workshop Simulation)
Fees
Refer to the Fees and Charges or contact the campus
Duration
Up to 52 Weeks*
(This qualification will be delivered as full-time study over the course of 52 weeks including 8 weeks of breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or RPL and CT)
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Course Entry Requirements
This course is available to international students. There are no specific entry requirements listed in the qualification details or training package; however, applicants must meet Auscanus Institute of Australia’s entry requirements below:
Applicants must:
• Be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
• Have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent secondary schooling.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following approved tests: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 50, or equivalent English language proficiency.
English language competence may also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
• Completion of a recognised ELICOS program with an English proficiency level considered equivalent to the course entry requirements.
• Completion of at least two (2) years of study in Australia at AQF Level 4 or higher.
• Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or the Republic of Ireland.
• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent secondary schooling in English.
• Applicants without documented evidence of English language proficiency may complete an online Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment and achieve a satisfactory outcome to meet AIA’s entry requirements.
Note: English language requirements and exemptions may vary depending on visa requirements and individual circumstances. Please contact AIA for further details or visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Additional Entry Requirements:
• Applicants will be required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment prior to enrolment. This assists AIA in confirming the applicant’s suitability for the course and identifying any additional learning support needs.
• Applicants may be required to participate in a pre-enrolment review/interview to determine whether the course is suitable for their individual needs, career goals and capabilities.
• Students must have access to a working PC or laptop with suitable specifications to meet study requirements. Students may seek assistance from their trainer and/or assessor where required.
• Students must possess basic digital literacy skills, including the ability to communicate and access information using digital technologies, email, search engines, learning platforms and basic Microsoft Office applications, as well as access to a reliable internet connection.
• Where an applicant’s educational qualifications do not fully meet AIA’s admission requirements, other factors may be considered at the discretion of AIA. Please refer to AIA’s Admissions Policy available on the Forms & Policies page for further information.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Where will the Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology take me?
The employment outcomes for the MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology qualification include, but are not limited to, roles such as:
Cabinet Maker (Furniture or Kitchen)
Furniture Maker
Shopfitter
Timber Tradesperson
STUDY PATHWAYS
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction OR/
CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) OR/
Related diploma-level qualifications in building and construction
Course Structure
To achieve this qualification, students must complete 25 units: 8 core units and 17 elective units.
Students who complete individual units may receive a Statement of Attainment, provided their USI is verified. Students who complete all required units will be awarded the full qualification.
Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings
Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation
Make measurements and calculations
Read and interpret work documents
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Communicate in the workplace
Work in a team
Join solid timber
Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation
Hand make timber joints
Operate basic static machines safely
Fabricate cabinetry
Prepare surfaces for finishing
Produce angled and curved components using manufactured board
Prepare and apply decorative surfaces for furnishing products
Produce computer-aided drawings
Select and apply hardware
Apply sheet laminates by hand
Select timbers for furniture production
Use structured problem-solving tools
Deliver and monitor a service to customers
Manufacture components for doors, windows, and frames
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
Industry snapshot
Australia’s furniture manufacturing and cabinet making industry continues to grow with increasing demand for residential renovations, kitchen installations and commercial interior fit-outs.
Cabinet makers play an essential role in producing high-quality joinery products used in homes, offices, retail spaces and hospitality venues. Skilled cabinet makers are in demand across construction, renovation and furniture manufacturing sectors.
This qualification provides practical skills that can lead to long-term career opportunities within Australia’s building and manufacturing industries.
Potential jobs
- Cabinet Maker
- Kitchen Cabinet Installer
- Furniture Maker
- Shopfitter
- Joinery Tradesperson
- Interior Fit-Out Technician
- Furniture Assembly Technician
- Joinery Assistant
- Timber Machinist
- Cabinet Maker (Furniture or Kitchen)
Occupation profile
30,500
Cabinetmakers employed
93%
Full-time share
$1,400
Median weekly earnings
37
Median age
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia occupation profiles, accessed May 2026; figures use latest available ABS/JSA data.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)
Credit Transfer (CT)
If a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified a credit transfer process will be initiated by AIA in relation to the units as per training plan. Credit transfer is a process that provides students with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a qualification based on identified equivalence in content and learning outcomes between matched qualifications (Source AQF)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL/RCC)
Upon enrollment of all learning programs, AIA code of practice states that all candidates for assessment will be offered RPL. This is reiterated in the student handbook and acknowledged in writing RPL is an assessment process that assesses an individual’s non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning outcomes, competency outcomes, or standards for entry to and/or partial or total completion of a qualification.
“Recognition of prior learning is an assessment process that involves assessment of an individual’s relevant prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning) to determine the credit outcomes of an individual application for credit” (Source AQF)
FEES AND CHARGES
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