Overview About this course
Transform houses into homes and embrace your creative vision to bring personality into a space. Master practical skills to construct and install upholstery, mattresses, flooring, timber products and soft furnishings.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Take measurements and do calculations
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Install carpet underlays, tiles and gripper accessories
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Calculate fabric quantities for window coverings
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Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
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Cut mouldings to length
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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Experience working with materials such as upholstery, flooring and timber
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Strong pathways to further study including Certificate III trade qualifications
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
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There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
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This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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An interest in one of the following: soft furnishings production, upholstery, flooring technology, mattress and base making, coopering, picture framing, security screens and grilles, window coverings installation, and blinds, awnings and shade sails
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Practical capabilities and an interest in working with your hands
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Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination
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Good English, maths and communication skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Production assembler and Trades assistant
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate II in Furnishing does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study 0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate II in Furnishing does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study 1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate II in Furnishing qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 , including 5 core and 9 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work in a team MSMSUP106
Work safely MSMWHS200
Make measurements and calculations MSFGN2001
Communicate in the workplace MSMSUP102
TAFE NSW services Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
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LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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