Do you want to build a strong career from the ground up?
When you complete the Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery you will be ready for a career as a domestic or commercial carpenter. You will gain the knowledge and skills to carry out a range of building and construction tasks; use basic carpentry tools, power tools, carpentry materials; construct a pitched roof, ceiling frame, wooden flooring; interpret plans; and apply work health and safety requirements. The Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery is an apprenticeship: you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.
Study modes and durations differ depending on your local campus. Please check with your local campus for more information.
The following people will be entitled to a concession rate on the half price course fees under Lower fees, local skills.
- Persons aged 15—24 years at the time of enrolment (excluding students enrolled at school)
- Persons and dependents of persons receiving JobKeeper payment
- Persons and dependents of persons in receipt of services from one of the following Commonwealth support or employment services programs:
- Jobactive
- Online Employment Services
- ParentsNext
- Persons and dependents of persons receiving the Youth Allowance, AUSTUDY or ABSTUDY
- Persons and dependents of persons holding:
- a pensioner concession card or  Health Care Card; or
- a Repatriation Health Benefits Card issued by the Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Dependents of persons who are inmates of a custodial institution
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
This qualification is designed to provide you with a range of practical skills, technical training and communication skills for a career in the construction industry as a domestic or commercial Carpenter. For information about jobs and pathways, please see http://joboutlook.gov.au/
Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Study options and next steps
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