Cabinet Maker - How to get into this job
Kaihanga Kapata Taonga
Entry Requirements
To become a cabinet maker you need to complete an apprenticeship and gain a National Certificate in Furniture Making from
FITEC Furniture. Marine cabinet makers can gain a National Certificate in Boatbuilding (Cabinet Making) from the
Boating Industry Organisation (BITO).
Secondary Education
There are no specific secondary educational requirements; however, three years of secondary education in English and maths are recommended. Other useful subjects include woodwork, technical drawing, and/or workshop technology.
Get help with choosing school subjectsUseful Experience
Useful experience for cabinet makers includes furniture industry work, furniture sales work, woodturning, or part-time courses or work in carpentry or joinery.
Updated
September 2009
