Others take vocational education courses or work in related areas, such as carpentry. Courses are available at colleges and universities as well. Beginning woodworkers start by observing and helping experienced workers. At first, trainees do simple jobs. As they gain experience, they work on more difficult projects and have less supervision.
Some trainees learn to read blueprints, set up machines, and plan their work.
Most woodworkers learn the basic machine job tasks in a few months. It takes at least two years to become a skilled woodworker.