Certificate III in Carpentry

Course Snapshot

Campus

Broadmeadows Campus
	Code	CPC30220
	Length	3 years
	Days	Various
	Delivery Mode	Blended - Internal and External
	Start Date	Rolling Enrolments
	End Date	Rolling Enrolments
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This course supports clean economy by integrating sustainable innovation, eco-friendly solutions or climate-conscious practices. Its delivery aligns with Victoria’s strategic vision for developing a workforce equipped for a sustainable future.

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Learn the Tools of the Trade

The Certificate III in Carpentry offers career opportunities including builder, building inspector, leading hand, sub-foreman, foreman and project manager.

This carpentry course aims to provide extensive training for carpentry apprentices employed in the housing and industrial construction area. Assessment training will be conducted on the worksite with some practical gap training to be provided on campus using full-size or simulated projects.

There will be extra costs for reference books and materials of approximately $300. Students are required to supply their own basic tools and equipment costing approximately $300. Students need overalls, safety footwear, eye and ear protection, general stationery, reference books and drafting equipment when attending campus.

How will I be assessed?

A mixture of practical tutorials, project work and written tests will be used in assessing this course. Assessment is a necessary part of this program, to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge set out in the competency standards. You will be informed in advance about the assessment procedure and criteria. There will also be opportunity for appeal and re-assessment and you will be provided with this information.

What will I study?

The course structure consists of 27 compulsory units and 7 elective units.

All core competency standards must be achieved. Each area covers a specific area of work and is directed towards the acquisition of practical work place skills with theory, calculations and drawing integrated when delivering the competencies.

What Skills will I have when I complete this course?

The course is designed to provide participants with skills, knowledge and attitudes which will complement their on-site training. It assists in the development of a highly-skilled and flexible workforce with the ability to make an informed choice of future career paths. It provides skill levels which make apprentice training more cost effective.

Course Modules

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours	Scope
CPCCCA2002	Use carpentry tools and equipment (CPCCCA2002)	96	Core
CPCCCA2011	Handle carpentry materials (CPCCCA2011)	16	Core
CPCCCA3001	Carry out general demolition of minor building structures (CPCCCA3001)	32	Core
CPCCCA3002	Carry out setting out (CPCCCA3002)	24	Core
CPCCCA3003	Install flooring systems (CPCCCA3003)	40	Core
CPCCCA3004	Construct and erect wall frames (CPCCCA3004)	60	Core
CPCCCA3005	Construct ceiling frames (CPCCCA3005)	32	Core
CPCCCA3006	Erect roof trusses (CPCCCA3006)	40	Core
CPCCCA3007	Construct pitched roofs (CPCCCA3007)	60	Core
CPCCCA3008	Construct eaves (CPCCCA3008)	20	Core
CPCCCA3010	Install windows and doors (CPCCCA3010)	70	Core
CPCCCA3016	Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs (CPCCCA3016)	40	Core
CPCCCA3017	Install exterior cladding (CPCCCA3017)	20	Core
CPCCCA3024	Install lining, panelling and moulding (CPCCCA3024)	40	Core
CPCCCA3025	Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work (CPCCCA3025)	36	Core
CPCCCA3028	Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground (CPCCCA3028)	24	Core
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures (CPCCCM2006)	8	Core
CPCCCM2008	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding (CPCCCM2008)	40	Core
CPCCCM2012	Work safely at heights (CPCCCM2012)	8	Core
CPCCCO2013	Carry out concreting to simple forms (CPCCCO2013)	20	Core
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry (CPCCOM1012)	20	Core
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication (CPCCOM1014)	20	Core
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations (CPCCOM1015)	20	Core
CPCCOM3001	Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements (CPCCOM3001)	25	Core
CPCCOM3006	Carry out levelling operations (CPCCOM3006)	24	Core
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCWHS2001)	20	Core
CPCWHS3001	Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies (CPCWHS3001)	30	Core
BSBESB407	Manage finances for new business ventures (BSBESB407)	60	Elective
CPCCCA3009	Construct advanced roofs (CPCCCA3009)	80	Elective
CPCCCA3012	Frame and fit wet area fixtures (CPCCCA3012)	24	Elective
CPCCCA3014	Construct and install bulkheads (CPCCCA3014)	16	Elective
CPCCCA3018	Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps (CPCCCA3018)	40	Elective
CPCCCA3027	Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools (CPCCCA3027)	20	Elective
CPCCCM2002	Carry out hand excavation (CPCCCM2002)	16	Elective
CPCCCM3001	Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres (CPCCCM3001)	32	Elective
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work (CPCCOM1013)	20	Elective
CPCCPB3001	Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets (CPCCPB3001)	60	Elective
CPCCSF2004	Place and fix reinforcement materials (CPCCSF2004)	80	Elective

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Course Dates

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Campus Location	Start Date(s)	End Date(s)	Days and Time
Broadmeadows Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	Various
Broadmeadows Campus	Rolling Enrolments	Rolling Enrolments	TBC after enrolment

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Career Opportunities

Qualification Details

Employment Opportunities

This course can lead to employment as a registered builder, building inspector, leading hand, sub-foreman, foreman and project manager.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you are eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion, issued by the Victorian Qualifications Authority.

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Fees

Training is delivered with Victorian & Commonwealth Government funding.

Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

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The fees listed below relate to 2025 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Tuition Fees

Enrolment type	Government Subsidised Indicative total tuition fee#	Concession Indicative total tuition fee#	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee#
Apprenticeship	$4837.29	$967.46	$18469.67

Other Fees

Enrolment Type	Average course material fees	Average course consumable fees
Apprenticeship	$0	$1276.1

# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.

Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Student Contact Hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee $/SCH
1189	1189	$4.07	$0.81	$15.53

What costs and other fees should I expect?

^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2025. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

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Entry Requirements

Can I Apply?

To apply, you must be over the age of 15 years and have signed an apprenticeship training agreement between yourself, your employer and a registered training organisation such as Kangan Institute.

It is also recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.

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How Will I Be Selected?

You will have to complete a pre-enrolment literacy and numeracy test.

How Do I Apply?

You must register your apprenticeship through a registered Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider in conjunction with your employer. Once you have been signed up, notification will come through our portal. Then an Apprentice Training Advisor will make contact with you to enrol with Kangan Institute.

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