Purpose — Cabinetmaking 1
This program provides students with the skills required for a career in the cabinetmaking industry. It is designed to take students from foundational principles to practical application, with instruction in workplace safety, tool usage, material science, component assembly, and project design, culminating in the skills needed for professional planning and installation. Cabinetmaking 1 may be offered in conjunction with Cabinetmaking 2 to build mastery of more advanced techniques.
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Purpose — Cabinetmaking 2
This program provides students with advanced techniques, hands-on skills, and professional training required for a successful career in cabinetmaking. The curriculum guides students from fundamental safety practices to advanced design and fabrication techniques, progressing from the skills of a cabinetmaker’s helper to those of an assembler and, ultimately, a professional cabinetmaker with design and business knowledge. Cabinetmaking 2 follows Cabinetmaking 1, which provides the foundational knowledge and techniques.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Cabinetmaking 1
OCP A
Cabinetmaking Foundations
Length: 200 Hours
OCP B
Cabinet Installer
Length: 200 Hours
OCP C
Cabinet Planner and Design
Length: 200 Hours
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Cabinetmaking 2
OCP A
Cabinetmaker Helper
Length: 200 Hours
OCP B
Cabinet Assembler
Length: 200 Hours
OCP C
Cabinetmaker
Length: 200 Hours
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Requirements
Age 16+
Academic skill level
required to complete program:
Reading 9, Math 9, Language/Writing 9
Physical Requirements:
Lift 50 lbs/Climb Ladder
Certification(s)
NCCER
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Live work fees:
Vary and must be approved by instructor.
| Item | Cost | |
| Materials | 15% + Tax | |
| Small Job | $5.00 - $45.00 | |
| Medium Job | $45.00 - $75.00 | |
| Large Job | $75.00 - and up | |
| CNC Job | $5.00 + $.10 per inch | |
Advisory Salary Range:
Florida Panhandle:
Low- $19,920.00
High - $48,720.00
State Average: $33,900.00
National Average: $40,500.00
General Average: $22,000.00
Percentage Rates:
Program Completion % - NEW
Program Placement % - NEW
Program Certification Pass % - NEW
License/Certification(s) Not Required
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Cabinetmaking 1
Shop Safety & Tool Skills
Learn safe work practices and the proper use of hand, portable power, and stationary tools used in cabinetmaking.
Materials, Hardware
& Fasteners
Identify lumber, plywood, engineered wood products, fasteners, and cabinet hardware, and select the right materials for specific applications.
Cabinet & Casework Construction
Read construction documents, develop cut lists, estimate materials and costs, and plan and lay out cabinet projects.
Installation & Countertops
Install cabinets, countertops, molding, trim, doors, drawers, and specialty hardware, and apply laminate surfaces.
Career &
Employability Skills
Develop professional work habits, career planning, and entrepreneurship skills for the cabinetmaking field.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Cabinetmaking 2
Advanced Safety
& Shop Practices
Build on safe material handling, hazard awareness, tool care, and proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools.
Cabinet Assembly
Cut and assemble cabinet components, shelving, panels, drawer systems, frames, and related parts used in cabinet construction.
Door & Curved
Component Construction
Construct cabinet doors, select hardware, and create curved components using multiple fabrication techniques.
Construction Documents
& Layout
Read specifications and plans, use architectural scales, create scaled drawings, and lay out casework projects.
CAD, CNC & Cost Estimating
Use cabinetmaking design software for layouts and estimating, and work with CNC equipment where available.
Professional &
Business Skills
Develop career planning, credential awareness, portfolio skills, advancement strategies, professional development, and entrepreneurship knowledge.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
$2,413.00
CABINETMAKING 1
In-State
See Cost Breakdown for Out-of-State and Differentia
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$2,413.00
CABINETMAKING 2
In-State
See Cost Breakdown for Out-of-State and Differentia
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Pell Eligible
YES
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Career Source
YES
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Tri-County
No
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Online
No
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PROGRAM RESOURCE
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Take the next step toward a career with hands-on training in cabinetmaking, woodworking, and custom fabrication.