Certificate III in Upholstery

Make measurements and calculations

Read and interpret work documents

Estimate and cost job

Use upholstery hand and power tools

Fit upholstery components

Machine sew basic upholstery final cover materials

Develop cutting plan and cut single layer upholstery fabric

Dismantle and reassemble furniture for upholstering

Fit and apply final cover materials to furniture using basic techniques

Communicate in the workplace

Work in a team

Work safely

Research and develop business plans

Plan finances for new business ventures

Manage compliance for small businesses

Manage finances for new business ventures

Produce computer-aided drawings

Apply contemporary foundations to upholstered furniture

Apply traditional foundations to upholstered furniture

Fit and apply final cover materials to furniture using decorative techniques

Lay out patterns and cut leather

Machine sew complex upholstery final cover materials

Fit and apply leather to furniture

Manufacture and fit loose covers

Apply finishing techniques to upholstered furniture

Develop cutting plan and cut multiple layer upholstery fabric

Cut, sew and fit skirts to upholstered furniture

Cut, sew, fit or fill cushions

Apply marine sewing and installation techniques

Cut and sew canvas and acrylics

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances