CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

CRICOS Course Code: 119981C

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About
This Qualification

CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is designed for students who want practical trade skills for residential and commercial construction settings. The course supports the development of core carpentry knowledge in tools, materials, measurements, setting out, framing, roofing, cladding, lining, formwork and workplace safety.

This qualification is suited to learners who want to build hands-on skills in a structured training environment while developing the foundation knowledge required for further study and future employment in the construction sector.

Carpentry student at work
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Pathways into the qualification

Pathways from the qualification: Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into, but are not limited to, CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Employment pathways may include:

  • Carpenter – Commercial
  • Carpenter – Formwork
  • Carpenter – Residential

*Completion of the qualification does not guarantee immediate employment.

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Duration

Full time over 52 weeks.

The 52-week duration includes 4 weeks of holiday breaks.

Classroom sessions are scheduled for 20 hours per week.

Students are expected to complete guided learning activities and assessments during training weeks.

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Mode of study: Face to Face.

Delivery includes classroom sessions, guided learning, theory assessments completed at home, and simulated training in a practical workshop environment.

Delivery locations:

Level 6, 440 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (classroom)
5/133 Elgar Road, Derrimut VIC 3026 (simulation workshop)

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Assessment methods may include:

  • Written Assessment
  • Project / Practical Demonstration
  • Skill Test

Course Fees

Total tuition fees:$15,600
Total non-tuition fees:$3,300
Total course cost:$18,900

Units of Competency

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
  • CPCCCM2006 ：Apply basic levelling procedures
  • CPCCCM2008 ：Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
  • CPCCCM2012 ：Work safely at heights
  • CPCCCO2013 ：Carry out concreting to simple forms
  • CPCCOM1014 ：Conduct workplace communication
  • CPCCOM1015 ：Carry out measurements and calculations
  • CPCCOM3001 ：Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
  • CPCCOM3006 ：Carry out levelling operations
  • CPCCWHS2001 ：Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCWHS3001 ：Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Elective Units
  • CPCCCA3009 ：Construct advanced roofs
  • CPCCCA3012 ：Frame and fit wet area fixtures
  • CPCCCA3014 ：Construct and install bulkheads
  • CPCCCA3018 ：Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
  • CPCCCA3019 ：Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
  • CPCCOM1013 ：Plan and organise work
  • CPCCBC4006 ：Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
Australian Qualifications Framework Nationally Recognised Training

Note: Units with prerequisite requirements in the training plan must be completed in the required order in line with the qualification packaging rules.

Admission Requirements

(According to the RTO)

CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry allows direct entry at the time of publication on training.gov.au. Noble College of Education requires applicants to meet the following admission requirements to support successful completion of the qualification.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS (General or Academic) overall PTE Academic TOEFL IBT CAE Scale
6.0 47–54 60–78 169–175

Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable for offshore applicants.

Applicants may also meet the English language requirement through one of the following alternatives:

  • Evidence of study in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States.
  • Evidence that, within two years of the application date, the applicant successfully completed in Australia a foundation course, a senior secondary certificate of education, or substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) of a Certificate IV or higher Australian Qualifications Framework qualification on a student visa.
  • Applicants from student visa assessment level 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital literacy test.

All international students, both onshore and offshore, are required to complete a Pre-Training Review including an LLND assessment to identify training needs, previous education or training, relevant work experience, and course suitability. This assessment may be conducted by video call or phone call.

Students must complete CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, before any construction site visits.

Other Conditions

Students are expected to dedicate approximately 4 hours per week to guided learning during training weeks, excluding term breaks.

Noble College of Education will provide a PPE kit and safety boots before participation in workshop sessions.

Entry into the workshop without the required PPE and safety boots is not permitted.

Students should have a reasonable level of physical fitness, as practical tasks may involve standing for long periods, repetitive arm and hand movements, and working at heights.

Required PPE for Carpentry

  • Safety boots (steel-capped or composite-toe)
  • High-visibility clothing or vest
  • Safety glasses or goggles
  • Hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs
  • Work gloves or cut-resistant gloves
  • Dust mask or respirator (P2 or equivalent)
  • Hard hat
  • Long work pants and a long-sleeved shirt

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