Goheung County Invites Applications for Woodcraft Artisan Training Program

Applications Open from March 25
Opportunity to Acquire Professional Skills

Goheung County in South Jeolla Province is now recruiting the first class of trainees for the "2026 Woodcraft Artisan Training Program" to provide residents with opportunities to enhance their creativity and acquire professional skills.

This program will be held from March 31, 2026, at the Maboksan Wood Culture Experience Center located in Okgang-ri, Podu-myeon. The courses are divided into two tracks: a weekday class (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and a weekend class (Saturdays), each running for 15 weeks (60 hours) in total.

The "Goheung-gun Woodcraft Artisan Training Program" will be held from March 31 at Maboksan Wood Culture Experience Center located in Okgang-ri, Podu-myeon. Photo by Goheung-gun

The county has designed a hands-on curriculum to promote the domestic timber industry and foster professionals in the field of woodcraft. While tuition is free, trainees are responsible for covering the cost of materials required for practical sessions.

The county expects that this training will allow residents to systematically acquire specialized knowledge in woodcraft, laying the groundwork for activities that could go beyond a hobby to become a start-up or side business. In particular, as the program focuses on creating practical woodcraft items for everyday use, it is anticipated to achieve high levels of participant satisfaction.

Each class is limited to 12 participants, and any resident of Goheung County is eligible to apply. Those interested in joining the program should download the application form from the notices section of the Goheung County official website between March 25 and 26, complete it, and submit it in person with the required documents to the county’s Forest and Garden Division.

An official from the Forest and Garden Division stated, "This program is more than just an experience—it is a great opportunity to acquire professional skills," adding, "We encourage many residents to participate and experience the appeal of woodcraft firsthand."

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.