MSF30322 - Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology

Do you have experience in carpentry or cabinet making? Now you can refine your skills while receiving a nationally-recognised qualification with a Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (MSF30322). Gain a comprehensive knowledge of cabinet making and start your career in the manufacture of furniture products. With this course from Gimbal Training, you can become an expert with our easy process.

Gimbal Training offers a comprehensive certificate III in cabinet making and timber technology designed for aspiring professionals. This hands-on program equips students with essential skills in design, construction, and installation. Achieve your career goals with Gimbal Training’s expert guidance and earn a Certificate III in Cabinet Making to excel in the trade industry.

Engineering Apprenticeships

Cabinet-making and timber technology is an excellent way to work with your hands and create modern kitchen and bathroom furniture for your clients. If you’re an expert craftsman in woodworking, a cabinet-making certificate is an ideal investment for your career. 

The Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (MSF30322) covers everything from selecting the right materials to installing your cabinetry. To be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), you must have relevant experience and sufficient training to fill in the gaps in your knowledge.

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 17 elective units from the list below.

Elective units will be selected in consultation with your employer and included on your training plan.

Course outcome will be dependant on elective units completed:

  • Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Furniture)
    • 5 units from list below
  • Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Kitchens and Bathrooms)
    • 5 units from list below
  • Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (Wood Machining)
    • 7 units from list below

 

Core units

UNIT CODE

UNIT NAME

MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

MSMSUP102

Communicate in the workplace

MSMSUP106

Work in a team

MSFFM2013

Use furniture making hand and power tools

MSFGN2001

Make measurements and calculations

MSFGN3005

Read and interpret work documents

MSFFM3030

Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings

MSFFM3031

Prepare cutting lists from design and production documentation

 

Elective units

UNIT CODE

UNIT NAME

Furniture

MSFFF2012

Prepare surfaces for finishing

MSFFM2017

Hand make timber joints

Kitchens and bathrooms

MSFFM3038

Set up, operate and maintain automated edge banding machines

MSFFM3041

Determine and document requirements for cabinetry installation

MSFFM3042

Fabricate cabinetry

MSFFM3043

Install cabinetry

MSFKB2003

Prepare for cabinetry installation

MSFKB3012

Plan kitchen and bathroom projects

Wood Machining

MSFFM3032

Set up, operate and maintain sawing machines

MSFFM3033

Set up, operate and maintain drilling machines

MSFFM3045

Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining and processing centres

General electives

MSFFM2014

Select and apply hardware

MSFGN3006

Estimate and cost job

TLID0021

Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances

MSFFM2015

Apply sheet laminates by hand

MSFFM2019

Assemble furnishing products

Safe work

MSMWHS200

Work safely

Imported

MSFFM3024

Construct jigs and fixtures

MSAPMSUP201A

Receive or despatch goods

 

By completing the relevant modules within Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Techology (MSF30322), you can delve into various career opportunities within the manufacturing  field. These potential roles include:

  • Cabinet Maker
  • Shop Fitter 
  • Joiner


At Gimbal Training, we are focused on bringing you quality trainers and opportunities for RPL that help you excel in your field. 

With a Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (MSF30322), you can explore various career pathways into the Interior Design industry.

This apprenticeship will last about four years, depending on your progress. If you’re acquiring this qualification via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), it should take between 3 -6 months.

The cost of the Cert III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology (MSF30322) will depend on whether or not you are eligible for government funding and the number of credits that apply through prior studies. Gimbal Training accepts flexible payment options for course fees.

For details on prices, please download our fees here.

This course does not have any entry requirements. 

To complete the course, you will need to have a general construction induction card (white card) to work on a construction site legally. For more information on the process, feel free to refer to these links for NSW and QLD.

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394112 - Cabinet Maker

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How RPL Is Assessed

Skilled migration in Australia allows you to have your qualifications and work experience recognised, enabling you to work in your field. By obtaining a nationally recognised certificate, you can validate your expertise and enhance your chances of securing a relevant job. Our skills assessment services, help you take a crucial step toward advancing your career in Australia.

With our simple six-step process, you’ll have your formal qualification in a short period of time.

Step 1: Enquiry

Gimbal Group offers comprehensive Engineers Australia skill assessments to help you take the next step in your professional journey. Our experienced team is here to guide you through the process, ensuring all requirements are met and your application is as strong as possible. Speak to one of our friendly team members today to get started on your consultation and begin your path to success.

Step 2: Pre-enrolment

In this step, we ensure you are eligible for an RPL by asking you the necessary questions and giving you login details for our online platform. Collect and organise your experience for your assessor with a combination of workplace documents, interviews, videos and reports from previous employers. 

The assessor will then make contact to discuss your application, explain the process and let you know what further evidence is required including workplace documents, references and videos

Step 3: Enrolment

In this step you complete an online knowledge test, provide any additional video evidence and complete an interview with the Assessor on the technical aspects of your qualification

Step 4: Gap Training

After an assessment, your assessor may decide you need further training to address the gaps in your knowledge or practical skills and will advise you how to proceed.

Step 5: Assessment Outcome

The assessor creates a report with a recommendation based on the evidence you have provided, outcome of written test and interviews. This is submitted to the Compliance department for approval.

Step 6: Final Approval

You are issued your nationally recognised qualification and provided with the necessary documents.

Frequently asked questions

Yes! Gimbal Construction (RTO ID 32201) only offers nationally recognised qualifications approved by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). If you want to acquire a certificate via RPL, you will need to enrol in courses such as this one to receive your qualification.

You can choose to work at any level in the industry with a qualification. Thanks to your RPL, you may be given preference over individuals that don’t have the technical skills to keep up with the position and workload.

Study Further: 

If you decide to build on your skills, you can pursue higher education in the manufacturing field. It is an excellent niche to explore and getting qualified beforehand can be a stepping stone to more complex methodologies and processes.

Theoretical components of the certificate can be completed online while the practical aspects will need to be observed by the assessor.  You can send your details to Gimbal Training to begin the process. Once your previous experiences have been evaluated for the RPL, our course material can be accessed online. 

For more information on how to get started, feel free to check out our website. If you’d like to apply for this certificate, get in touch here and we will get back to you within two business days. Alternatively, you can give us a call.  

With Gimbal Construction (RTO ID 32201), you can certify your cabinet-making experience with skill assessments, RPL and apprenticeships.

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  • The qualifications we offer can only be undertaken through by an employed Apprentice or through the formal trade recognition assessment process (RPL) for those that have been in the industry for a minimum of 4 years