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For Educators Who Want Real-World Success For Their Students

For Educators Who Want Real-World Success For Their Students

AWI helps you equip students with the skills, training, and connections to land real jobs in woodworking and design.
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You’re Doing It All—With Not Enough

Tight budgets. Outdated tools. No clear path for your students after graduation.

Helping your students thrive in woodworking doesn’t have to be this hard.

AWI gives you what you need to teach better, train stronger, and get students hired.

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The AWI Curriculum (Free!)

Why Students Join AWI

Access a free, 3-year high school woodworking curriculum—complete with modules, slides, and industry standards alignment.
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Why Educators Join AWI

Enrich your program and position students for success through AWI’s solid resources and network.
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Train Students for Real Jobs
Use AWI IS—our online learning platform—to teach key skills. Get on-demand expert-led videos and digital credentials.
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Scholarships & Sponsorships
Help students access funding and connect with real employers.
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Grants for Your Program
Stay updated on grant cycles to get support to improve your shop, tools, or student experience.
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Built-In Career Connections
Link students with internships, mentorships, and hiring pros across the industry.
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Fresh Teaching Inspiration
Get new ideas through AWI’s magazine, Community Page, and discounted events.
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Use AWI IS—our online learning platform—to teach key skills. Get on-demand expert-led videos and digital credentials.

Open Career Doors for Every Student

You’re not just teaching skills—you’re impacting futures.

AWI helps you turn your classroom into a launchpad where students get certified, get noticed, and build a sustainable career in woodworking.

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Big Impact.
Small Investment.

AWI membership is just $50/year.
For less than $5/mo, you get tools that make
a lasting impact on your students’ lives.

Elevate your program

Inspire more

Connect students with real careers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Any instructor, CTE lead, or program director preparing students for woodworking, cabinetmaking, or related trades.
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You Teach. We’ll Help Them Thrive

Join AWI and access the tools, training, and support to get students hired—and play your part in the industry’s growth.
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Serving the woodworking

Industry Since 1954.

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1500+ Satisfied Members