Duration
52 weeks, including holiday and term breaks
Location
Workplace or
Clayton
Delivery mode
3 face-to-face sessions per week, minimum 20 hours
Course Price
$18,600.00
Build a Strong Career in Construction
The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is the nationally recognised qualification for anyone wanting to start or advance their career as a carpenter. At AVT (Australian Vocational Training), we provide practical, hands-on training that prepares you for real job sites and long-term career opportunities in the building and construction industry.
Why Study Carpentry with AVT?
- Expert Trainers – Learn from qualified carpenters and builders with years of industry experience.
- Specialised Training – We focus on building and construction, so every part of your training is career-driven.
- Modern Training Facilities – Train in purpose-built workshops that replicate real job site conditions.
- Job-Ready Skills – From day one, you’ll gain practical skills that employers are looking for.
- Nationally Recognised Qualification – Your Certificate III in Carpentry is accredited across Australia.
- Career Pathways – Open doors to employment as a qualified carpenter or continue to further studies in construction management.
- Supportive Learning Environment – Our trainers and staff provide guidance and mentoring every step of the way.
What You Will Learn
Through a mix of classroom, workshop, and site-based training, you’ll build skills in:
- Reading and interpreting building plans and specifications
- Measuring and calculating construction materials
- Constructing floors, walls, roofs, and timber frames
- Installing windows, doors, and fixtures
- Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Applying workplace health and safety practices
- Working effectively as part of a construction team
Entry Requirements
To enrol in this course, applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability and individual student needs
- Have an IELTS score of 6.0 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old)
- Hold or obtain a valid Construction White Card before commencing practical training
Course Structure
| Feature | Details |
| Duration | 52 weeks, including holiday and term breaks |
| Delivery | 3 face-to-face sessions per week, minimum 20 hours |
| Units | 34 units total – 27 core + 7 electives |
| Unit Code | Title |
| Core Units | |
| CPCCCA2002 | Use carpentry tools and equipment |
| CPCCCA2011 | Handle carpentry materials |
| CPCCCA3001 | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures |
| CPCCCA3002 | Carry out setting out |
| CPCCCA3003 | Install flooring systems |
| CPCCCA3004 | Construct and erect wall frames |
| CPCCCA3005 | Construct ceiling frames |
| CPCCCA3006 | Erect roof trusses |
| CPCCCA3007 | Construct pitched roofs |
| CPCCCA3008 | Construct eaves |
| CPCCCA3010 | Install windows and doors |
| CPCCCA3016 | Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs |
| CPCCCA3017 | Install exterior cladding |
| CPCCCA3024 | Install lining, panelling and moulding |
| CPCCCA3025 | Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work |
| CPCCCA3028 | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground |
| CPCCCA3029 | Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls |
| CPCCCA3031 | Operate elevating work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| Electives | |
| CPCCCA3012 | Frame and fit wet area fixtures |
| CPCCCA3014 | Construct and install bulkheads |
| CPCCCA3018 | Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps |
| CPCCCA3020 | Install suspended ceilings |
| CPCCCM2010 | Work safely on scaffolding at height |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms |
| CPCCSF2004 | Place and fix reinforcement materials |
Career Outcomes
Graduates of this course can work as:
- Qualified Carpenter
- Formwork Carpenter
- Residential or Commercial Carpenter
- Joiner
- Subcontractor or self-employed tradesperson
This qualification also provides a pathway into further study, such as the Certificate IV in Building and Construction.
Course Fees
Fee Type | Amount |
Enrolment Fee | $300 (non-refundable) |
Tuition Fees | $18,600 |
Non-Tuition Fees | $3,610 |
Training Pathway
Flow Explanation:
- Certificate III in Carpentry – Entry-level qualification for a career as a carpenter.
- Certificate IV / Specialised Courses – Upskill for supervisory roles or specialise in niche carpentry areas.
- Career Advancement – Progress to site supervisor, foreman, project manager, or start your own business.
Enrol Now
Take the first step towards a rewarding career in carpentry with AVT.
Our team is here to guide you from enrolment through to employment.
👉 Contact us today to learn more or apply.
