WHY CHOOSE CPC30220 CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
Origin Institute’s CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry equips students with practical skills and real-site experience highly sought after in Australia’s booming construction industry. Guided by expert trainers and strong employer connections, graduates gain immediate job opportunities and long-term career growth, becoming confident, skilled carpenters ready to meet high industry demand.
WHAT YOU LEARN FROM CPC30220 CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
Students learn to construct, install, and repair building frameworks and structures using wood and materials to industry standards. Training covers blueprint reading, hand and power tool use, and safety compliance. Graduates develop practical carpentry skills essential for residential and commercial construction projects across Australia’s growing building sector.
DETAILS OF CPC30220 CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
Course Name:  | CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry  | 
CRICOS Code:  | 104879B  | 
Duration:  | 75 weeks  | 
Study Location:  | Clayton or Clyde North campus.  | 
Study Mode:  | Full-time (at least 20 contact hours per week).  | 
Delivery Method:  | Face-to-face, work placement and online learning combined (maximum 20% online learning).  | 
Assessment Method:  | Theory, practical tasks and 360 hours of work placement.  | 
Work Placement  | 360 hours of work placement.  | 
FURTHER LEARNING PATHWAYS
1  | CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)  | 
2  | CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)  | 
POTENTIAL LICENSING PATHWAYS IN VICTORIA
1  | Domestic Builder Limited to Carpentry or other suitable types of builder licences.  | 
2  | Commercial Builder Limited to Non-structural Fitout or other suitable types of builder licences.  | 
UNITS LIST OF CPC30220 CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
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  | 
CPCCCM2006  | Apply basic levelling procedures  | Core  | 
CPCCCM2008*  | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding  | Core  | 
CPCCCM2012*  | Work safely at heights  | Core  | 
CPCCCO2013*  | Carry out concreting to simple forms  | Core  | 
CPCCOM1012  | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry  | Core  | 
CPCCOM1014  | Conduct workplace communication  | Core  | 
CPCCOM1015  | Carry out measurements and calculations  | Core  | 
CPCCOM3001  | Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements  | Core  | 
CPCCOM3006  | Carry out levelling operations  | Core  | 
CPCCWHS2001  | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry  | Core  | 
CPCWHS3001  | Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies  | Core  | 
CPCCBC4021  | Minimise waste on the building and construction site  | Elective  | 
CPCCCA3012*  | Frame and fit wet area fixtures  | Elective  | 
CPCCCA3014*  | Construct and install bulkheads  | Elective  | 
CPCCCA3027*  | Set up, operate and maintain indirect action powder-actuated power tools  | Elective  | 
CPCCCM2002*  | Carry out hand excavation  | Elective  | 
CPCCCM3001   | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres  | Elective  | 
CPCCPB3026  | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems  | Elective  | 
WHY ORIGIN INSTITUTE IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOU
HANDS-ON AND INDUSTRY ALIGNED
Origin Institute delivers hands-on, industry-aligned learning by using state-of-the-art equipment and simulated work environments, ensuring students gain practical, job-ready skills.
360 HOURS WORK PLACEMENT
Origin Institute’s carpentry course includes 360 hours of supervised work placement, providing real-world experience in diverse projects.
AN INNOVATIVE WAY TO LEARN
Origin Institute delivers innovative learning using an advanced online platform, integrating the latest technology and visualised materials for highly engaging, accessible, and flexible study experiences.
PROVEN AND TRUSTED
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in over 13,000 glowing student reviews, underscoring our reputation as a premier destination for transformative learning experiences.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
I thought this unit was very well-structured and informative. I enjoyed it overall, especially the hands-on components and practical applications that made the learning more engaging.
Peijia L, Cert IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Teacher is really good. Gave some insight on how to excell in the carpentry industry. Student support staff were really helpful.
Bryan V, Cert III in Carpentry

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