Orange College
Certificate III in Carpentry
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Kickstart Your Carpentry Career with CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
Thinking about a future in carpentry? The CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry at Orange College is your ticket to a hands-on, practical trade qualification that sets you up for success in one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries.
This course covers all the essentials for working in both residential and commercial settings. You won’t just learn theory—you’ll get real-world experience in a genuine or simulated workplace, guided by industry pros who know their craft inside out.
Every unit is delivered in a practical environment because carpentry is all about doing, not just knowing. By the time you finish, you’ll have the skills and confidence to step into the workforce as a qualified carpenter.
Ready to build your future? With the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry, you’re not just learning a trade—you’re starting a career.
How long it will take?
This a standard apprenticeship with the mode of study being a combination of “on the job” and “off the job” training and assessment.
Delivery mode
Orange College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Apprenticeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Learners are required to be competent in written and spoken English and will undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test prior to commencing the training. Refer to LLN policy for further details.
- Students must have a sense of balance and the ability to cope with the physical demands of the training and assessment that involves working at heights, heavy lifting, manual labour, operation of tools (both manual and power tools) etc.
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy is applicable for this course. The device must have camera and speaker functions. Please refer to our BYOD Policy for details
- Internet Access with a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player
- Basic digital literacy (ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails and basic use of MS office products).
- Students should have access to the following work safe clothing (at their own cost) that are suitable for a working on a construction site:
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Appropriate work wear (including long sleeve shirt for outdoor work)
- Steel Capped safety footwear
- Hard Hat
- Safety Glasses
- Earmuffs or earplugs
Eligibility Requirements:
A participant who is:
- Currently working in the building and construction industry and have been registered or intending to be registered in NSW Carpentry Apprenticeship
- Must be 15 years or more, (For participants under the age of 18 years, enrolment form must be signed by parents/guardians on behalf of the participants).
- No longer in secondary education – except for registered home school students and
- Living or working in NSW (or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who does not live or work in NSW but lives in specific defined interstate NSW border areas).
- An Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.
- Should hold a White Card which is required before the participant can step on a building and construction site. (Note: Orange College delivers the unit of competence CPCWHS1001 – Prepare To work safely in a construction industry and is authorised to issue the White Card.
Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Government Funding is available for eligible applicants.
This course is subsidised by the NSW Government under the “Smart and Skilled” initiative.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Carpentry will prepare you for the following roles.
Apprentice Carpenter
An Apprentice Carpenter builds and installs products using timber and timber products. You might construct new products or renovate or repair exist...
Formwork Carpenter
A Formwork Carpenter builds frameworks used in the construction industry. Most of your work will be on large scale projects, but you may be employe...
Carpenter
A Carpenter in Australia is responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials. Their...
Wall and Ceiling Installer
A Wall and Ceiling Installer applies plasterboard panels or sheeting in new building projects, renovation work or repair jobs. You might fix wall a...
Shopfitter
A Shopfitter builds shelves, counters and other fittings for a range of commercial spaces. You might specialise in retail stores, restaurants and h...
About Orange College
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