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• Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making (MCAST) (MQF Level 3)
• Advanced Diploma in Joinery, Furniture Design and Manufacturing (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, including Jobsplus, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Knowledge and skills
Carpenters and Joiners are expected to have:
• Practical and technical skills related to carpentry and joinery
• Knowledge of different types of wood
• The ability to use and maintain various types
of machinery, equipment and tools
• The ability to plan and execute accurate
measurement
• The ability to interpret technical drawings
• Business and financial skills (in case of
self-employment)
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in Maltese and/or English
• The ability to follow instructions
• Numeracy skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Negotiation skills (where applicable)
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A cautious attitude
• A practical orientation
• Accuracy
• Alertness
• Arm-hand steadiness
• Attention to detail
• Creativity
• Manual dexterity
• Physical strength and stamina
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• Cabinet Maker
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• Marine Craftsperson
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