


The Cabinetmaking program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the art and craft of creating high-quality custom cabinets and furniture. This hands-on program blends traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of woodworking, design principles, and material selection in the context of cabinetry.
By the end of the program, students will have the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to pursue a career in cabinetmaking or related woodworking professions.
Students will have the opportunity to earn industry credentials during their program;
OSHA 10—Construction Industry
Key Topics
- Woodworking Fundamentals
- Cabinet Design and Planning
- Joinery Techniques
- Material Selection and Preparation
- Cabinet Construction
- Finishing & Refinishing
- Safety and Professionalism
- Project Management
Schools that offer this program
Course Sequence
YEAR 1
WDS100
Woods 1
Prerequisite:
none
YEAR 2
WDS200
Woods 2
Prerequisite:
Woods 1
YEAR 3
MIC500
Mentorships Internships Careers
Prerequisite:
Woods 2 and Instructor approval,
11th and 12th grade
Career Tree

ENTRY-LEVEL CAREERS
(with Program Completion)
- Sign Maker
- Laborer
- Apprentice
- Carpenter's Helper
- Contractor/Remodeler
- Lumber Dealer
- Rough Framer
- Cabinetmaker
- Bench Carpenter
- Finish Carpenter
- Furniture Repair
- Sawmill Operator
Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters:
- Median Wage: $41,800
- Active Job Ads: 1
TECHNICAL CAREERS
(Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Advanced Certification, Experience, etc.)
- Historic Restoration Specialist
- Timber Framer
- Foreman
- Furniture Maker
- Interior Designer
- Instrument Maker
- CNC Operator
- Die and Pattern Maker
- Machine Maintenance
- Boatbuilder
- Film Set Designer
- Millwork Operator
CNC Operators:
- Median Wage $41,600
- Active Job Ads 196
PROFESSIONAL CAREERS
(Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D., Specialized Training, Experience, etc.)
- Architect
- Marketing Director
- Entrepreneur
- Project Manager
- Superintendent
- Structural Engineer
- Business Executive
- Instructor/Teacher
- Forester
- Mechanical Engineer
- Materials Scientist
- Environmental Engineer
Architectural and Engineering Managers:
- Median Wage $94,100
- Active Job Ads 499