Advanced Woodwork with Furniture Making and Design

Woodwork and Furniture Making QQI Award (6M2230)

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and or in a supervisory capacity within a furniture design and manufacturing environment or to progress to higher education and training.

Course Content

Work Experience (6N1946); Communications (6N1950); Design Skills (6N3446); Computer Aided Design (6N3652); Furniture Making with Machinery (6N0607); Wood Finishing (6N0724); Word Processing (6N4977); Furniture Design (6N5449)

Certification

QQI Level 6 Award in Woodwork and Furniture Making (6M2230)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

• Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 5 when accessing a Level 6 programme.
• Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
• Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Career Opportunities

The successful completion of the QQI Level 6 award in Furniture Design and Making will enable applicants to work independently and or in a supervisory capacity within a furniture design and manufacturing environment.

Third Level Links/Progression

Successful students can apply through the CAO to Third Level courses via the Higher Education Links Scheme. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.