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National code: MSF20122

Certificate II in Furnishing

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Overview About this course

Throughout this course you will learn practical skills in upholstery, flooring and soft furnishings to elevate spaces and bring personality to a room. Open doors to apply for apprenticeships and further specialised study in furnishing.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Use basic power and hand tools to assemble and upholster furniture

  • Perform measurements and calculations

  • Use drawings, work orders and sample parts for specifications

  • Select and work with a variety of materials including timber, foams, cushioning and fabric

  • Use environmentally sustainable work practices

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • Experience working with materials such as upholstery, flooring and timber

  • A nationally accredited Certificate II in Furnishing

  • 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

  • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol now.

Traineeship

  • TAFE NSW also offers the Certificate II in Furnishing as a traineeship. To be eligible to enrol in the course as a trainee you must:

  • Be in relevant employment as this course is delivered in the workplace

  • Have a signed traineeship contract

  • Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

  • An interest in one of the following: upholstery, flooring technology, mattress and base making or coopering (wine barrel making and refurbishing).

  • Practical capabilities and an interest in working with your hands

  • Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination

  • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level

  • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.

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, trades assistant and pathways to apply to be an apprentice in upholstery, flooring technology, furniture finishing, cabinet making and coopering.

Licensing

There are many career pathways and opportunities to choose from when you graduate from the Certificate II in Furnishing. It’s important to check the licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements relating to your future career by visiting NSW Fair Trading or your state licensing body.

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 3 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 0 Courses

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

The Certificate II in Furnishing does not have any related courses.

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 0 , including 0 core and 0 speciality units.

Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

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.

  • 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.

  • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

  • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

  • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

  • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

  • TAFE NSW Libraries

  • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

  • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

  • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

  • Student associations – get social with our student community

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