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Carpentry & Joinery

Carpentry Class
Free Training Program

Carpentry & Joinery

Duration

6 Months

Class Size

25 Students

Certificate

Yes

Next Intake

April 13, 2026

Master the art of woodworking in our comprehensive 6-month carpentry and joinery program. Learn to create beautiful furniture, cabinetry, and structural woodwork using both traditional techniques and modern tools.

With high demand for skilled carpenters in construction, furniture making, and interior design, this program offers excellent career opportunities. You'll gain hands-on experience in our fully-equipped workshop.

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What You'll Learn

Program Curriculum

Comprehensive training covering all aspects of carpentry and joinery

Measuring & Marking

Master precision measuring techniques, marking tools, and layout methods for accurate woodworking.

Hand Tool Techniques

Learn to use traditional hand tools including saws, chisels, planes, and carving tools with precision.

Power Tool Operation

Master modern woodworking machinery including table saws, planers, routers, and sanders.

Furniture Making

Learn to design and construct various furniture pieces including chairs, tables, beds, and cabinets.

Construction Carpentry

Master structural carpentry including wall framing, roofing, flooring, and formwork for construction.

Wood Finishing

Learn sanding, staining, varnishing, and painting techniques to achieve professional-quality finishes.

Joinery Techniques

Master various joinery methods including dovetails, mortise and tenon, and biscuit joinery for strong connections.

Business Skills

Learn pricing, customer relations, project estimation, and how to run a successful carpentry business.

Meet Your Instructor

Master Carpenter & Woodworker

Learn from an experienced professional with years of industry expertise

Peter Mwale

Peter Mwale

Master Carpenter & Furniture Designer

With over 20 years of experience in carpentry and joinery, Peter has crafted furniture for homes, offices, and institutions across Malawi. He specializes in both traditional Malawian woodworking techniques and modern furniture design. His students have gone on to become successful furniture makers and construction carpenters.

Why Choose This Program

Program Features

Everything you need to become a professional carpenter

Professional Workshop

Fully equipped workshop with modern woodworking machinery

Quality Materials

Access to various wood types and quality materials

Safety Training

Comprehensive safety protocols and equipment training

Job Placement

Connections with construction companies and furniture makers

Certification

Nationally recognized certificate upon completion

Flexible Schedule

Morning and afternoon sessions available

Your Future

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue various paths in carpentry and woodworking

Furniture Maker

Create custom furniture pieces

Construction Carpenter

Work on building and renovation projects

Cabinet Maker

Specialize in kitchen and storage solutions

Shop Owner

Start your own carpentry business

Finishing Specialist

Focus on high-quality wood finishing

Woodworking Instructor

Train the next generation of carpenters

Success Stories

Graduate Testimonials

Hear from our successful graduates

The carpentry program gave me the skills to start my own furniture business. Now I supply furniture to hotels and offices across Lilongwe.
Kondwani
Kondwani Phiri

Furniture Maker, 2023

I learned both traditional techniques and modern methods. Now I work as a site carpenter on major construction projects.
James
James Banda

Construction Carpenter, 2024

The business training helped me understand pricing and customer service. My custom furniture business is growing every month.
Chikondi
Chikondi Mwale

Custom Furniture Designer, 2023

Ready to Start Your Carpentry Career?

Join our free carpentry program and gain skills that are in high demand. Next intake begins April 13, 2026.

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