ASSOCIATION OF MASTER UPHOLSTERERS & SOFT FURNISHERS (AMUSF) QUALIFICATION COURSES Quality and excellence in teaching is at the heart of the training offered at our award-winning training centre. Upholstery and soft furnishings are essential to our daily lives, from the home to the workplace, both public and private. A practitioner must, therefore, be able to work with a wide variety of materials and processes that are fit for purpose and that are appropriate and relevant for the needs of the industry today. Good quality skills are developed over time and with practice. If you are looking for a career in upholstery or soft furnishings then you will need a high level of training and a good understanding of the legal requirements. These industry-based qualifications are intended to reflect real life in the commercial world of the upholsterer and soft furnisher. They have been developed in response to discussions with the AMUSF membership and practitioners within the industry. They are designed not only for those wishing to develop good craft skills, but also as a stepping stone for those wishing to launch their own business or who wish to seek meaningful employment with an existing practitioner. Practical experience in the workshop is at the core of our teaching, where students and tutors engage in discussion exploring the use of materials and techniques. A progressive series of exercises and projects will enable you to develop good skills, experience work practices and to apply your own ideas and creative approaches to real life situations. Written research projects and portfolios will help develop your independent working, autonomy and self awareness, as well as giving you knowledge and understanding of the history of furniture and furnishing styles and fabrics. Our accredited courses are assessed and verified on an annual basis by independent members the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers, each with experience many years’ practical of the craft and trade. AMUSF UPHOLSTERY 3 STAGE DIPLOMA During this three-stage programme, you will develop a range of practical skills, gaining knowledge and experience in the manipulation of a variety of materials and processes, on antique as well as mid-century modern furniture. Starting on a series of individual set exercises and projects you will
ASSOCIATION OF MASTER UPHOLSTERERS & SOFT FURNISHERS (AMUSF) QUALIFICATION COURSES Quality and excellence in teaching is at the heart of the training offered at our award-winning training centre. Upholstery and soft furnishings are essential to our daily lives, from the home to the workplace, both public and private. A practitioner must, therefore, be able to work with a wide variety of materials and processes that are fit for purpose and that are appropriate and relevant for the needs of the industry today. Good quality skills are developed over time and with practice. If you are looking for a career in upholstery or soft furnishings then you will need a high level of training and a good understanding of the legal requirements. These industry-based qualifications are intended to reflect real life in the commercial world of the upholsterer and soft furnisher. They have been developed in response to discussions with the AMUSF membership and practitioners within the industry. They are designed not only for those wishing to develop good craft skills, but also as a stepping stone for those wishing to launch their own business or who wish to seek meaningful employment with an existing practitioner. Practical experience in the workshop is at the core of our teaching, where students and tutors engage in discussion exploring the use of materials and techniques. A progressive series of exercises and projects will enable you to develop good skills, experience work practices and to apply your own ideas and creative approaches to real life situations. Written research projects and portfolios will help develop your independent working, autonomy and self awareness, as well as giving you knowledge and understanding of the history of furniture and furnishing styles and fabrics. Our accredited courses are assessed and verified on an annual basis by independent members the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers, each with many years’ practical experience of the craft and trade. AMUSF UPHOLSTERY 3 STAGE DIPLOMA During this three-stage programme, you will develop a range of practical skills, gaining knowledge and experience in the manipulation of a variety of materials and processes, on antique as well as mid-century modern furniture. Starting on a series of individual set exercises and projects you will
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