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Certificate III in Carpentry

CPC30326
Trades & constructionCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
34Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
313Training providers
Sep 2026Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CPC30326, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
FormworkerCarpenter
Industries
Building Trades
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for CPC30326 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 34 units: 27 core plus 7 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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CPCCCA2002Use carpentry tools and equipment
CPCCCA2011Handle carpentry materials
CPCCCA3001Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
CPCCCA3002Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3003Install flooring systems
CPCCCA3004Construct and erect wall frames
CPCCCA3005Construct ceiling frames
CPCCCA3006Erect roof trusses
CPCCCA3007Construct pitched roofs
CPCCCA3008Construct eaves
CPCCCA3009Construct advanced roofs
CPCCCA3010Install windows and doors
CPCCCA3011Refurbish timber sashes to window frames
CPCCCA3012Frame and fit wet area fixtures
CPCCCA3014Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3016Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
CPCCCA3017Install exterior cladding
CPCCCA3020Erect and dismantle jump form formwork
CPCCCA3022Install curtain walling
CPCCCA3024Install lining, panelling and moulding
CPCCCA3025Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
CPCCCA3026Assemble partitions
CPCCCA3027Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools
CPCCCA3029Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCA3030Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
CPCCCA3031Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
CPCCCM2002Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCCO2013Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCJN3003Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames
CPCCJN3004Manufacture and assemble joinery components
CPCCJN3100Process materials to produce components using static machines
CPCCLSF2001Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM3001Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
CPCCOM3006Carry out levelling operations
CPCCON3048Construct tilt panels on site
CPCCPB3001Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
CPCCPB3002Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
CPCCSF2004Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCCSF2005Arc weld reinforcement steel
CPCCSF3002Carry out monostrand post-tensioning
CPCCSF3003Carry out multistrand post-tensioning
CPCCSF3004Carry out stressbar post-tensioning
CPCCST4001Prepare to undertake the heritage restoration process
CPCCST4002Undertake the heritage restoration process
CPCCWC3003Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
CPCCWC3004Install suspended ceilings
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCPCM2043Carry out WHS requirements
CPCPCM2052Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment
CPCPCM2053Weld using metal arc welding equipment
CPCWHS3001Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the CPC30326 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

313 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

AAAR INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGYBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
AABT CollegeBased in VIC · Registered since 2018→
ABC Training WABased in WA · Registered since 2015→
ABLE ASSESSMENTS AND TRAINING SERVICES AUSTRALIA PTY LTDBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
Aboard Training AustraliaBased in VIC · Registered since 2007→
Aboriginal Enterprises Australia TrainingBased in NT · Registered since 2022→
ACACIA INSTITUTEBased in VIC · Registered since 2020→
Academia of Trade Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2021→
Academique Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2011→
Academy of Education and Innovation AustraliaBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
Adapt EducationBased in QLD · Registered since 2011→
ADVANCE INSTITUTE AUSTRALIA PTY LTDBased in VIC · Registered since 2021→
Advanced Training Academy Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2022→
Advith Education Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2025→
Aim Institute Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2020→
Albright Institute of Business and LanguageBased in VIC · Registered since 2016→
ALFA COLLEGEBased in QLD · Registered since 2024→
Alice Springs College of Australia Pty LtdBased in NT · Registered since 2022→
ALL TRADES AND COMPLIANCEBased in QLD · Registered since 2011→
Alliance CollegeBased in SA · Registered since 2002→
Allora CollegeBased in QLD · Registered since 2015→
ALPHA COLLEGE OF AUSTRALIABased in NSW · Registered since 2020→
ALPHA TRAINING & RECOGNITION PTY LTDBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
Altec CollegeBased in VIC · Registered since 2008→

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