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Furniture Design and Joinery Certificate

This is an academic credit program offered through the Faculty of Trades and Technology.

This program is suspended and is no longer accepting applications. Learn more here. 

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Location

Length

Delivery
Port Alberni
Fall 		36 weeks In-person
Full-time

Applications closed.

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Overview

In this certificate program, you’ll learn foundational design principles and elements. Then, you will apply this knowledge to create your own shop projects.

You'll learn:
  • Shop drawing with free-hand sketching and computer drawing programs
  • Proper usage of hand tools, power tools and larger woodworking machines
  • Shop safety practices
  • Sustainable building materials and practices

After you graduate, you can find work in a small shop or in high-end industrial facilities with advanced machinery.

Foundation vs. apprenticeship

There are two pathways to your red seal certification.

Foundation

A certificate program that gives you the basic knowledge and skills to enter a trade. You don't need an employer/sponsor. 

Apprenticeship

This pathway combines on-the-job training with classroom learning. Pick this option if you're working and sponsored by a company registered with SkilledTradesBC. 

Requirements and courses

Schedule

This program is scheduled four days per week, Monday through Thursday.

Supplies

Materials: 
Students are responsible for the material costs of their projects. These costs will vary from $500 to $1000 based on the design of the project and the materials selected.

Texts:
Visit the NIC bookstore for a current list.

Stationery (Available at the NIC Bookstore):

  • Pencil and pen
  • Sharp TI-30Xa (recommended)

Safety Equipment:

  • WorkSafe-approved safety glasses (clear and non-tinted)
  • WorkSafe-approved hearing protection
  • Closed-toe heavy leather boots

Tools: 
All tools are supplied

Careers

This education pathway will help you get ready to become a Red Seal certified Cabinetmaker (Joiner).

$52,140*

Annual median estimated earnings for cabinetmakers in BC.

Career profile
*based on WorkBC data

Costs

Check the table below for estimated costs for the full program.

Curious about funding?

Financial support is available. Learn more about financial aid and awards.

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