CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

About the course

This Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220) is a trade qualification for apprentices working in residential and commercial construction. You’ll develop core carpentry capabilities including setting out, manufacturing, constructing and assembling building components, plus installing and repairing timber and non-timber products. Training is designed to be highly practical and job-focused, supporting apprenticeship progression and industry readiness in the building sector. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates can work as carpenters across key areas of the construction industry, supporting housing and commercial building projects. Typical roles include Commercial Carpenter, Formwork Carpenter and Residential Carpenter, with skills applicable to constructing, installing and repairing structural and finishing elements on site. This Certificate III trade qualification supports employment outcomes in carpentry within residential and commercial construction. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Geelong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,000 - 1,323	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 665 - 879
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 13	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 257 - 339

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)