NSW Government Trade Pathways Program for Experienced Workers.
Are you working in the cabinet-making industry and not yet qualified?
ACFA are offering FEE-FREE* RPL Qualification (Recognised Prior Learning) in MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology under the NSW Subsidised Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers Program
The Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers (TPEW) program, subsidised by the NSW Government, 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.
Eligible students are able to receive a free RPL program under the NSW Government Trade Pathways Program for Experienced Workers.
Earn your MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology, via Recognition of Prior Learning.
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ work experience (with 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 being undertaken, or have worked in the industry within the last 5years
- Not be a registered apprentice or trainee, or have not been for the last 6 months
- Live or work in NSW
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
- Not be currently enrolled in a Smart and Skilled subsidised program in the same qualification
- Must be able to complete by 1 May 2027.
Register your Interest:
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 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 April 2027 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 Trade Pathways Program for Experienced Workers. This training is fee-free and fully subsidised by the NSW Government. *eligibility criteria apply
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