Furniture and Cabinetmaking Techniques
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Program Overview
Humber’s Furniture and Cabinetmaking Techniques program provides you with the knowledge and skills to construct and build traditional furniture, as well as install basic cabinets using recognized trade practices. The program incorporates the use of various types of joinery and construction techniques using hand tools, portable power tools, stationary machines, as well as computer-based technologies, through a project-based approach. Once students successfully complete this certificate, they can apply to continue their studies into Semester 3 of the Industrial Woodworking Diploma.
Graduates of the program will be able to produce shop drawings, calculate a list of materials, cut out and assemble basic cabinetry or furniture, and also apply a finish.
The Humber Advantage
Beyond the Traditional Classroom
Your journey in skilled trades starts at Humber Polytechnic. Plumbing, carpentry, electrical, welding, industrial woodworking, construction, renovation labs and so much more. And it's all right here at the Humber Polytechnic Centre for Skilled Trades & Technology.
Ontario's trade industry is growing like never before and Humber is committed to building a strong, skilled workforce.
Based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), you'll find a unique, state-of-the-art facility that takes you beyond a traditional classroom and provides hands-on practice in a simulated worksite, giving you specialized skills and training from industry experts.
If you've been waiting for a reason to get started in skilled trades, this is it! Start your journey at Humber's Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology and take charge of your future.
Labs & Equipment
Students spend the majority of their time in our 10,000 square foot woodworking lab, located at The Humber Centre for Trades and Technology. Within the lab there is a large bright bench area for assembly and bench work. We also utilize a kitchen cabinet installation area. All common industrial woodworking machines are available for student use, as well as a vacuum pressing area for curved forms and veneering, a hydraulic veneer press, three computer numerical control (CNC) routers, a CNC lathe, and a CNC dovetailer. A dedicated electronic classroom is available for lectures.
Schulich Builders: Scholarships for Skilled Trades
The Schulich Builders program will combat the shortage of skilled trades in Ontario and amplify their importance and value to our community by awarding 100 annual scholarships to the most promising candidates across colleges in Ontario including Humber.
Humber Also Offers
Industrial Woodworking Technician diploma program for those wishing to enhance their training with computer, communications and business courses.
AMWAC Manual Donation
Richelieu, Formica, and Upper Canada Forest Products have graciously donated 20 AWMAC (Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada) manuals to our students in the Industrial Woodworking Technology and Cabinet Making programs. This contribution will be greatly appreciated by our students!
Your Career
Employer interest in our graduates has grown steadily throughout the program’s history. We offer a comprehensive program that provides a solid grounding in woodworking and prepares a student for employment in a wide range of areas including store fixtures, architectural millwork (doors and windows), the kitchen cabinet industry, as well as furniture construction.
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Program Availability
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Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International students in Canada could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*. Apply now!
Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Block-Based | North | Open |
| Jan 2026 | Block-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
Upcoming Recruitment Events
Woodworking, Furniture & Cabinetmaking at Humber Polytechnic
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