Apprenticeship Training Programme – Wood Manufacturing & Finishing

The overall duration of this apprenticeship is a minimum of 4 years provided all phases are successfully completed. On successful completion of the programme the learner is awarded a Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Wood Manufacturing and Finishing.

This is a formal apprenticeship which was previously 2 Apprenticeships which have now been amalgamated, namely 'Cabinet Making' and 'Wood Machining'.

Phase 1

With Employer

Induction Training
Introduction to Health & Safety
Introduction to Tools & Equipment
Introduction to Basic Skills

Phase 2

Delivered in Training Centre (21 weeks)

Induction
Conversion of pre-sawn timber and
hand tools
Furniture, Veneering and Jig Making
Profile Sanding
Carcass manufacture and CNC

Phase 3

With Employer

Work Based Training and Assessments

Phase 4

Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)

CNC programming and use
Construction products
Furniture products

Phase 5

With Employer

Work Based Training and Assessments

Phase 6

Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)

Course Content:
Furniture technology
Stair construction and CNC
Machine Technology

Phase 7

With Employer

Work Based Training and
Assessments