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Certificate III in Carpentry
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ABOUT THE COURSE
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to work as a carpenter in the building and construction industry. Students will learn how to construct, install and repair structures and fixtures made from timber and other materials used in residential and commercial projects.
Throughout the course, students will gain practical experience in carpentry tasks including framing, roofing, flooring, formwork, and the use of a wide range of tools and equipment. Training combines classroom learning with hands-on workshop activities to ensure students develop real industry skills.
Graduates of this course will be prepared to work under supervision on construction sites and progress toward becoming qualified carpenters within Australia’s growing construction sector.
Recognised by Australian Qualifications Framework and Nationally Recognised Training
Details
Course Code
CPC30220
CRICOS Course Code
120125M
Location
Melbourne Campus
Intake
Every 2 Months (Bi-Monthly)
Delivery Mode
Face-to-Face
Fees
Refer to the Fees and Charges or contact the campus
Duration
Up to 52 Weeks*
(This qualification will be delivered as full-time study over the course of 52 weeks including 8 weeks of breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or RPL and CT)
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Course Entry Requirements
This course is available to international students. There are no specific entry requirements listed in the qualification details or training package; however, applicants must meet Auscanus Institute of Australia’s entry requirements below:
Applicants must:
• Be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
• Have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent secondary schooling.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following approved tests: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 50, or equivalent English language proficiency.
English language competence may also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
• Completion of a recognised ELICOS program with an English proficiency level considered equivalent to the course entry requirements.
• Completion of at least two (2) years of study in Australia at AQF Level 4 or higher.
• Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or the Republic of Ireland.
• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent secondary schooling in English.
• Applicants without documented evidence of English language proficiency may complete an online Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment and achieve a satisfactory outcome to meet AIA’s entry requirements.
Note: English language requirements and exemptions may vary depending on visa requirements and individual circumstances. Please contact AIA for further details or visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Additional Entry Requirements:
• Applicants will be required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment prior to enrolment. This assists AIA in confirming the applicant’s suitability for the course and identifying any additional learning support needs.
• Applicants may be required to participate in a pre-enrolment review/interview to determine whether the course is suitable for their individual needs, career goals and capabilities.
• Students must have access to a working PC or laptop with suitable specifications to meet study requirements. Students may seek assistance from their trainer and/or assessor where required.
• Students must possess basic digital literacy skills, including the ability to communicate and access information using digital technologies, email, search engines, learning platforms and basic Microsoft Office applications, as well as access to a reliable internet connection.
• Where an applicant’s educational qualifications do not fully meet AIA’s admission requirements, other factors may be considered at the discretion of AIA. Please refer to AIA’s Admissions Policy available on the Forms & Policies page for further information.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Where will the Certificate III in Carpentry take me?
The employment outcomes for the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry qualification include, but are not limited to, roles such as:
Carpenter – Commercial
Carpenter – Formwork
Carpenter – Residential
Framing Carpenter
STUDY PATHWAYS
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction OR/
CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) OR/
Related diploma-level qualifications in building and construction
Course Structure
To achieve this qualification, students must complete 34 units: 27 core units and 7 elective units.
Students who complete individual units may receive a Statement of Attainment, provided their USI is verified. Students who complete all required units will be awarded the full qualification.
Handle carpentry materials
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
Carry out setting out
Install flooring systems
Construct and erect wall frames
Construct ceiling frames
Erect roof trusses
Construct pitched roofs
Construct eaves
Install windows and doors
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
Install exterior cladding
Install lining, panelling, and moulding
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and drawings for carpentry work
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
Apply basic levelling procedures
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Work safely at heights
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Conduct workplace communication
Carry out measurements and calculations
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
Carry out levelling operations
Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Place and fix reinforcement materials
Frame and fit wet area fixtures
Construct and install bulkheads
Manufacture components of doors, windows and frames
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Calculate costs of construction work
Plan and organise work
Industry snapshot
Australia’s construction industry is one of the largest and fastest-growing sectors in the economy. With increasing demand for housing developments, infrastructure projects and commercial construction, qualified carpenters are highly sought after across the country.
Carpenters play a vital role in building frameworks, structures, and interior finishes for residential and commercial buildings. Skilled carpenters are essential to support Australia’s expanding construction and infrastructure pipeline.
Potential jobs
- Carpenter
- Residential Carpenter
- Construction Worker
- Building Maintenance Worker
- Framing Carpenter
- Formwork Carpenter
- Building Trades Assistant
- Carpenter – Commercial
- Carpenter – Formwork
- Carpenter – Residential
Occupation profile
149,600
Carpenters and Joiners employed
89%
Full-time share
$1,760
Median weekly earnings
30
Median age
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia occupation profiles, accessed May 2026; figures use latest available ABS/JSA data.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)
Credit Transfer (CT)
If a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified a credit transfer process will be initiated by AIA in relation to the units as per training plan. Credit transfer is a process that provides students with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a qualification based on identified equivalence in content and learning outcomes between matched qualifications (Source AQF)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL/RCC)
Upon enrollment of all learning programs, AIA code of practice states that all candidates for assessment will be offered RPL. This is reiterated in the student handbook and acknowledged in writing RPL is an assessment process that assesses an individual’s non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning outcomes, competency outcomes, or standards for entry to and/or partial or total completion of a qualification.
“Recognition of prior learning is an assessment process that involves assessment of an individual’s relevant prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning) to determine the credit outcomes of an individual application for credit” (Source AQF)
FEES AND CHARGES
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