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Overview
Pathways
Successful completion of CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry may lead to employment opportunities including:
- Carpenter
- Carpenter and joiner
Snapshot

What you will study
To achieve this qualification, you must successfully complete 34 units:
- 27 core units
- 7 electives
If you would like to enquire about a unit that is not listed below please contact our team on 1300 270 539 or admin@ctq.edu.au.
*An asterisk against a unit code below indicates the unit has a prerequisite. Prerequisite details are available on training.gov.au.
Core Units
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCWHS3001 Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
- CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCCA3025* Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
- CPCCCA2002* Use carpentry tools and equipment
- CPCCCA2011* Handle carpentry materials
- CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
- CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
- CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
- CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCOM3006 Carry out levelling operations
- CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
- CPCCCA3001* Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
- CPCCCA3004* Construct and erect wall frames
- CPCCCA3003* Install flooring systems
- CPCCCA3005* Construct ceiling frames
- CPCCOM3001 Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
- CPCCCA3017* Install exterior cladding
- CPCCCA3010* Install windows and doors
- CPCCCA3024* Install lining, panelling and moulding
- CPCCCA3016* Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
- CPCCCA3007* Construct pitched roofs
- CPCCCA3008* Construct eaves
- CPCCCA3006* Erect roof trusses
Elective units
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCCM2002* Carry out hand excavation
- CPCCSF2004* Place and fix reinforcement materials
- CPCCCM2007 Use explosive power tools
- CPCCCA3012* Frame and fit wet area fixtures
- CPCCCA3014* Construct and install bulkheads
- CPCCCA3018* Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
How you will study
Duration and Delivery
This course is offered under the following delivery options:
- Apprenticeship (minimum duration 48 months full-time / 72 months part-time): See full Apprenticeship details.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Learn more about applying for RPL.
Course fees
NSW Smart and Skilled
Smart and Skilled funding is helping people in NSW get the skills they need to advance their careers. You can determine your eligibility for Smart and Skilled training via the Eligibility Checker.
RPL Fee for Service Price
$8,365*
*This price is based on a full RPL program, this price may vary depending on your needs.
Please contact us on 1300 270 539 or email admin@ctq.edu.au for more details.



