Bring out the natural beauty and breathe life into timber. Master modern and traditional finishing methods to add character during manufacture or restoration. Use your expertise to craft timber masterpieces to elevate a residential or commercial space.
This course is superseded.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.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Examine drawings, work orders and sample finishes to determine client specifications
Apply traditional French polish techniques
Apply imitation wood graining and decorative finishes
Apply lacquers, paint, oils, varnish and polyurethane by hand and by spray gun
Repair or restore timber and composite components in furniture
Handle hazardous goods and substances according to environmental factors
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
The ability to prepare, repair and finish real world furniture projects for a variety of timber or composite applications
Exposure to sustainable and environmental practices in the industry
Experience collaborating with other like-minded individuals to achieve a common goal
Confidence to liaise with clients to understand their specifications
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Check the campus page for requirements to take this course as an apprenticeship
This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship
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To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Literacy and numeracy skills at year 10 high school level
A reasonable level of fitness to manage the physical demands of the role
Some experience in handling tools and equipment
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.
Our graduates go onto roles like: qualified tradesperson, contractor or sub-contractor, specialist furniture restorer or finisher, representative for furniture finishing suppliers and retail specialist in furniture finishing retailer.
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (specialising in French Polishing) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (specialising in French Polishing) does not have any post-graduate courses.
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
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.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Furniture Finishing (specialising in French Polishing) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 23 units of competency, including 10 core and 13 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.
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