
How do I become a carpenter?
Certificate III in Carpentry
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


Certificate IV in Timber Systems Design
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Certificate III Timber Frame or Truss Manufacture
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Certificate III Timber Truss and Frame Design
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


Read and Interpret Plans, Specifications and Drawings for Carpentry Work
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Apply Building Codes and Standards to the Construction Process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Use Explosive Power Tools
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


Course in Identification and Awareness of Asbestos Containing Materials
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Work Safely on Scaffolding Higher Than Two Metres
- There are no mandated entry requirements.

Related occupations
Apprentice Carpenter
An Apprentice Carpenter builds, renovates, and repairs timber products under guidance, needing teamwork, safety focus, and attention to detailed plans.
Apprentice Joiner
An Apprentice Joiner creates timber components like doors and staircases, installs them under a qualified joiner, and needs teamwork and attention to detail.
Apprentice Cabinet Maker
An Apprentice Cabinet Maker builds and installs cabinets, follows designs, takes measurements, and trains under guidance, needing accuracy and teamwork.
Apprentice Furniture Maker
An Apprentice Furniture Maker builds furniture from timber and synthetic materials, designs pieces with clients, and requires detail and teamwork.
Furniture Polisher
A Furniture Polisher finishes furniture by applying coatings, preparing surfaces, and using various materials while ensuring attention to detail.
Wood Machinist
A Wood Machinist shapes timber into specific pieces, using tools for cutting and finishing, while ensuring high-quality production and customer service.
Formwork Carpenter
A Formwork Carpenter constructs temporary timber or concrete moulds for large or small construction projects, working outdoors in varied weather.
Shopfitter
A Shopfitter constructs and installs fixtures like shelves and counters in commercial spaces, following plans and ensuring quality workmanship.
Further reading


What can you do with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)?
16th February 2022