Level 2 Furniture Making Course in Northampton. Classes run at Moulton College, full-time during the day, over one year. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances. Loans and fee reductions may be available for eligible learners, so it is worth contacting the college directly to find out what applies to you. To join this course, you will need to have completed the Level 2 Diploma in Furniture Studies - Wood Machining. You will develop skills in both hand-crafting and wood machining, working in specialist workshops with professional tools.
Who this course is for
Completion of Level 2 Diploma in Furniture Studies - Wood Machining.
Entry requirements
Completion of Level 2 Diploma in Furniture Studies - Wood Machining.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical hand-crafting techniques to make furniture from scratch.
You'll build skills in wood machining using specialist equipment.
You'll apply design principles to plan and create bespoke furniture pieces.
You'll use a range of specialist tools safely and accurately.
You'll work to professional standards in a workshop environment.
How you will learn
You will learn through practical, hands-on sessions in specialist workshops at the college. Teaching is delivered by specialist staff and includes input from expert guest lecturers. You will be assessed on your practical work and your ability to apply design and craft skills to real furniture-making tasks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Moulton College will confirm anything else you need before you start. A full equipment list is available from the college on request.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Furniture maker: crafting bespoke or production furniture pieces
Cabinet maker: building fitted and freestanding cabinetry
Joiner: cutting and fitting wooden components in buildings
Workshop technician: supporting production in a furniture workshop
Furniture restorer: repairing and refinishing antique or damaged pieces
Prop maker: creating furniture and objects for theatre or film
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Making (City and Guilds) - the next step toward a skilled craft career and more complex design and production work.
Level 3 NVQ in Wood Machining - for those specialising in machine-based production.
An Apprenticeship in Furniture Manufacture - combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification and paid employment.
