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Unlock a rewarding career in the building and construction industry with the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. This nationally recognized qualification equips you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel as a professional carpenter.

Throughout this course, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a range of carpentry tasks, including setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and non-timber materials. Our industry-experienced trainers will guide you through every step, ensuring you master the techniques and safety standards required in the trade.

Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001 covers this requirement.

Take the first step towards becoming a qualified carpenter and build your future today!

COURSE OVERVIEW

Duration:

• 104 weeks including 80 weeks of study and 24 weeks of holidays.

Mode of Study:

• Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
• Practical Training and Assessment
• Work-Based Training

Mode of Delivery:

This program is delivered face to face 

Delivery Schedule:

• Classes are rostered for 2½ days per week.
• Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.

Fees

Enrolment Fees: $250

Tuition Fees: $24000

Material Fees: $2000

Resources to be Supplied by Students:

Students enrolled in this qualification are required to self-supply the following mandatory resources:

• Carpentry tool kit
• High-visibility workwear
• Steel-capped safety boots
• Protective safety gear (e.g., gloves, glasses, and ear protection)

***The costs of the above resources are not included in the enrolment fee, tuition, or material fees.

Training and Assessment strategy:

Throughout the course, you will be able to develop knowledge and skills by participating in various learning activities such as;

• Face to face discussions 
• Group activities 
• Research tasks 
• Team building activities 
• Industry excursions  
• Guest speaker sessions 
• Written assessments 
• Role-plays and other skill demonstrations 
• Presentations 
• Projects/Portfolio Evidence 
• Oral/verbal assessments 

You will need to complete assessments for this course which may include:

• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Reports
• Role plays/observations

Recognition of Prior learning

Recognition is available upon request students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Requirements

• Completion of high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only, year 11 or equivalent) schooling OR
• Completion of secondary school /A level education overseas OR
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the relevant industry as per AQF requirements 

English Language Requirement (for international students only):

In instances where the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires evidence of English language proficiency for student visa application, you will need to provide proof that you satisfy one of the following English language requirements:

• IELTS Test Score of 6.0
• PTE Academic Test Score of 52; OR
• Cambridge English Test Score of 169 OR
• OET Pass Grade; OR
• Currently studying in Australia and have studied for a period of 6 months or more at AQF Certificate III level or above.

CAREER PATHWAY

Seeking to build a career in the following carpentry specialties:

• Commercial Carpentry
• Formwork Carpentry
• Residential Carpentry

Intending to pursue higher vocational qualifications such as Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

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