GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
4 years
Certificate III in Carpentry is a 4-year part-time apprenticeship that equips students with tradesperson-level skills in residential and commercial carpentry. Ideal for aspiring carpenters seeking formal qualification through block release training combined with workplace experience.
Applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to demonstrate required literacy and numeracy levels. A Pre-training Review interview is required to ensure course suitability. Completion of Construction Induction White Card training (CPCCWHS1001) is mandatory. Apprentices must have an apprenticeship contract arranged through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer before applying. Students need a laptop/computer with internet access, digital camera, general stationery, and personal protective equipment including safety boots, glasses, ear protection, hard hat, and gloves.
The course comprises 34 units (27 core and 7 elective) covering: carpentry tools and equipment use; carpentry materials handling; demolition of minor building structures; setting out and measurements; flooring, wall frame, and ceiling frame construction; roof truss erection and pitched roof construction; eaves and exterior cladding installation; window, door, and stair installation; lining, panelling and moulding; plan and specification interpretation; formwork erection and dismantling; scaffolding and working at heights; basic concreting; workplace communication; construction calculations; WHS requirements and hazard identification. Elective units include advanced roofs, wet area fixtures, powder-actuated tools, hand excavation, elevated work platforms, and reinforcement material placement.
GOTAFE is a government-accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3094) delivering nationally recognized qualifications across Northern Victoria. The institute offers comprehensive support services including learning support, counselling, disability support, and career guidance. With multiple campuses and flexible delivery options, GOTAFE combines block release on-campus training with workplace experience, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills relevant to industry standards.
Graduates are eligible for roles as Commercial Carpenters, Formwork Carpenters, and Residential Carpenters in construction companies and building firms. The qualification provides a foundation for further study in Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40120). Career progression opportunities include supervisory roles, site management, or specialization in areas such as formwork, commercial construction, or residential building.
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