Upholsterers are skilled craft workers who combine knowledge of fabrics and materials with artistic flair and manual skill. Making new furniture, reconditioning old furniture, and repairing and replacing automobile upholstery and vinyl tops are some of the areas of specialty within the field. John M. Patterson State Technical College has a well-rounded upholstery program that helps students decide on an area of specialty and master all aspects of this exciting field. The Specialized Training Certificate in Upholstery Program at Patterson State Technical College is a 24 semester credit hour program which provides students with both classroom instruction and practical, hands-on experience. Job opportunities for upholsterers exist in furniture manufacturing companies, furniture repair and re-upholstery shops, and furniture stores.
Many upholsterers are self-employed.
Data obtained from the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, 1998-1999 Edition. 1998 by John M Patterson State Technical College. All rights reserved.