Fine Woodworking - Certificate
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In our supportive and creative environment, you’ll have unique opportunities to gain a solid foundation in this refined profession. We’ll teach you woodworking-operations basics and technological advancements to develop your personal areas of interest and perfect your craft.
This nine-month program prepares students for apprenticeship positions in the cabinet makers (joiners) trade or for careers as fine furniture builders.
Students engage in a variety of classroom and shop activities. They learn theoretical principles, concepts and theories of furniture and cabinet design in the classroom. They apply their knowledge in the shop where they engage in the construction of cabinets and fine furniture.
*This program may be eligible for the post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
Practical Skills Training
- Appreciate balanced design
- Consistently strive for originality and quality
- Draft in Computer Automated Design (CAD)
- Exhibit product value and pride
- Photograph your work
- Plan and set up a professional show
The program is broad in scope and encourages students to strive for quality design, originality and enhanced workmanship skills, to improve chances of success in the marketplace.
Students are responsible to pay for materials used in constructing their projects. Depending on the size and scope of their project, this cost could be up to $1,000.
Graduates of the Fine Woodworking Program at Selkirk College earn credit for Level 1 and Level 2 of the cabinet maker (joiner) trade technical training component of their apprenticeships. Additionally, graduates receive 475 hours advance credit toward the on-the-job component of an apprenticeship.
Youth Train in Trades
Youth Train in Trades is a program designed to help secondary school students get a head start on careers in the trades while earning credit toward their high school graduation. Learn more online at Skilled Trades BC.
For more information, speak with your high school guidance counsellor or get in touch with Selkirk College’s Industry and Trades administrative assistant.
