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About the course
This Certificate III in Carpentry provides trade training for apprentices, covering core carpentry skills for residential and commercial building work. You’ll develop practical capability through on-campus learning in workshop and job-relevant settings, building competence in construction methods, tools, materials and safe work practices. The qualification supports progression and recognition within the carpentry trade in the building and construction industry. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue employment and progression in the building and construction sector as a carpenter, working on residential homes and commercial projects. Typical work involves framing, fix-out, installation and general construction tasks, often as part of a wider trade team on building sites. This Certificate III qualification supports apprenticeship completion and ongoing trade career development in carpentry within Architecture & Building. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
