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Furniture Making - Beginners

Particpants should have basic writing and mathematical skills and have a basic understanding of Furniture Making.

By the end of the program the participants should be able to:

Follow safe working policies and practices relating to workshop use
Carry out measurements and calculations relating to furniture making
Draw and interpret simple drawings; read and interpret work documents relating to furniture making
Construct a basic coffee table
Use furniture making hand and power tools and operate basic woodworking machines
Prepare surface for finishing and finish a basic coffee table

Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:

What types of programmes are offered?

Evening programme courses are practical, hands-on classes designed to give the participant experience to undertake projects. For a full list of programmes offered, please see our Evening Programmes section.
What qualifications do I need to become an apprentice?

No qualifications are required.
Do I have to find my own employer?

The Board is able to facilitate this process but you can also find your own employer.

This course is held at the following training centre(s):

Six Roads Skills Training Centre
This centre is located in the industrial estate at Six Roads and offers training in Joinery, Computer Applications, and Cupboard Construction.

Thanks to the Skills Training and the Barbados Vocational Training Board, I have acquired the skills to earn an income both in a company and on my own. If you are going to work for someone – choose your own boss – and if you are going to work for yourself, prepare to work hard, long hours.

Brian Murrell
Electrician
Advanced Electrical Services Inc.