CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
Course Overview
CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is a trade qualification for carpenters in residential and commercial workplaces. It includes setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing and repairing products made using timber and non-timber materials.
Occupational titles may include:
- Carpenter – Commercial
- Carpenter – Formwork
- Carpenter – Residential
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Graduates can pursue rewarding roles in environments such as:
- Qualified Carpenter
- Carpentry Contractor (Self-Employed)
- Leading Hand or Site Supervisor
- Builder (with further study
- Shopfitter or Joiner
Course Structure
To be awarded the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, students must complete a total of 34 units:
- 27 core units
- 7 elective units
The elective units have been carefully chosen to align with current industry demands and to maintain the integrity and relevance of the qualification as per Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) standards.
Unit of Competency
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Core |
| CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core |
| CPCWHS3001 | Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies | Core |
| CPCCOM3001 | Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements | Core |
| CPCCOM3006 | Carry out levelling operations | Core |
| CPCCCA2002* | Use carpentry tools and equipment | Core |
| CPCCCA2011* | Handle carpentry materials | Core |
| CPCCCA3001* | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures | Core |
| CPCCCA3002* | Carry out setting out | Core |
| CPCCCA3003* | Install flooring systems | Core |
| CPCCCA3004* | Construct and erect wall frames | Core |
| CPCCCA3005* | Construct ceiling frames | Core |
| CPCCCA3006* | Erect roof trusses | Core |
| CPCCCA3007* | Construct pitched roofs | Core |
| CPCCCA3008* | Construct eaves | Core |
| CPCCCA3010* | Install windows and doors | Core |
| CPCCCA3016* | Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs | Core |
| CPCCCA3017* | Install exterior cladding | Core |
| CPCCCA3024* | Install lining, panelling and moulding | Core |
| CPCCCA3025* | Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work | Core |
| CPCCCA3028* | Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | Core |
| CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
| CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Core |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | Elective |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Elective |
| CPCCCM3005 | Calculate costs of construction work | Elective |
| CPCCCA3012* | Frame and fit wet area fixtures | Elective |
| CPCCSF2004* | Place and fix reinforcement materials | Elective |
| CPCCCM2002* | Carry out hand excavation | Elective |
| CPCCCA3014* | Construct and Install Bulkheads | Elective |
Delivery Mode
This program is delivered through a combination of:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Structured self-study activities
- Workplace-based learning and assessment
This approach ensures that students gain a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Course Duration
The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry is delivered over a total of 104 weeks, which includes:
- 80 weeks of training and assessment
- 24 weeks of scheduled breaks and holidays
This schedule is designed to allow time for study, reflection, and practical placement while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.
Entry Requirements
While there are no formal entry requirements specified in the national training package for this qualification, AEI Australia requires applicants to meet the following criteria to ensure readiness and success:
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement
- Have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent, or hold another relevant qualification
- Participate in a course entry interview to assess suitability and individual learning needs
- Demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
✅ An IELTS score of 6.0 (no older than 2 years), or equivalent (e.g., PTE, TOEFL)
✅ Completion of at least 5 years of education in an English-speaking country
✅ Completion of a Certificate IV or higher-level course for at least 6 months in an Australian RTO
✅ Successful completion of AEI Australia’s English Placement Test
Applicants must provide documentary evidence to support their English language proficiency.