Advanced Entry Trade Training (AETT)
Are you working in the cabinet-making industry and not yet qualified?
The NSW Government’s Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program recognises your skills and experience through RPL, with gap training for anything you still need – no apprenticeship required.
The NSW Government’s Advanced Entry Trade Training for Experienced Workers program recognises the skills and experience of trade workers through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and gap training and provides an additional pathway to achieve trade qualifications outside of an apprenticeship.
ACFA’s Recognition of Prior Learning program is designed to formally recognise the skills and knowledge you have gained on the job. Whether you’re a seasoned tradesperson, returning to the workforce, or looking to take the next step in your career, RPL offers a flexible, time-saving pathway to a nationally recognised qualification—without classroom study or repeating what you already know.
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ work experience (including at least of 12 months of those in Australia) in the trade that they will be undertaking training in
and
- Be currently working in the industry associated with the qualification, or have worked in the industry within the last 2 years.
- Not be a current apprentice or trainee (or your apprenticeship/traineeship was cancelled more than 6 months ago)
- Live or work in NSW
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
- Not be currently enrolled in Smart and Skilled subsidised training in the same qualification
- Be able to complete your training by 31 May 2029
Specialisations available
MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, with these specialisations:
- Drafting
- Furniture
- Kitchens and Bathrooms
- Wood Machining
Register your Interest:
Places are limited, and we need to enrol by April 2028. Interest is open to anyone working or living in NSW.
Please complete the form below to confirm your eligibility. Once approved, you will be contacted by an ACFA representative with information on the next stage of the application.
*This training is fee-free and fully subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility Criteria Apply.
About RPL with ACFA
Our team of experienced industry assessors will work with you to identify and verify your current skillset, using evidence from your work history, portfolio, and practical demonstration. It’s about validating what you’ve already achieved and turning it into a formal credential—something that can open doors to new opportunities, business growth, and even licensing requirements.
Don’t let a lack of paperwork hold you back from career progress or new contracts. With ACFA’s trusted network and tailored support, you can advance with confidence.
Take the first step today and see how close you are to gaining a nationally recognised qualification
DURATION – SELF-PACED
This program is online and self-paced. This allows participants to complete the program at their own pace. Once enrolled, participants have until 31st May 2029 to complete.
CREDIT TRANSFER ELIGIBILITY
This program recognises previously completed studies and applies credit towards the qualification.
COSTS
Eligible students are able to receive a fee-free* RPL program under the NSW Government Advanced Entry Trade Training Program. This training is fee-free and fully subsidised by the NSW Government. *eligibility criteria apply
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