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CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry

CRICOS course code	104767K
Qualification Code	CPC30220
Qualification Title	Certificate III in Carpentry
Total Course Duration	56 Weeks (including holiday breaks)
Volume of learning	1230 hours

Course Structure– In order to achieve this qualification, student must complete following 34 unit of competencies.

Units code	Units name	Core/Elective	Pre-requisites required
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry	Core	Nil
CPCWHS3001	Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies	Core	Nil
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry.	Core	Nil
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work	Elective	Nil
CPCCCA2002	Use carpentry tools and equipment	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA2011	Handle carpentry materials	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3025	Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCM2012	Work safely at heights	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations	Core	Nil
CPCCOM3001	Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements	core	Nil
CPCCCA3001	Carry out general demolition of minor building structures	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3002	Carry out setting out	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCO2013	Carry out concreting to simple forms	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures	Core	Nil
CPCCOM3006	Carry out levelling operations	Core	Nil
CPCCCM2002	Carry out hand excavation	Elective	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3004	Construct and erect wall frames	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3005	Construct ceiling frames	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3007	Construct pitched roofs	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3008	Construct eaves	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3016	Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3018	Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps	Elective	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCWC3004	Install suspended ceilings	Elective	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3006	Erect roof trusses	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3028	Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCM2008	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCWC3003	Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems	Elective	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3003	Install flooring systems	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3010	Install windows and doors	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3017	Install exterior cladding	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCA3024	Install lining, panelling and moulding	Core	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCCM3005	Calculate costs of construction work	Elective	Nil
CPCCSF2004	Place and fix reinforcement materials	Elective	CPCCWHS2001
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication	Core	Nil

Entry Requirements

Age requirements

Students must be above 18 years of age while filling up the application form.

Academic requirements

To enter into this course delivered at TEDI, applicants should have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to Australian senior secondary school examination.

Mature Age students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements considering they have relevant work experience within the chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet the course requirements. A minimum of 2 years’ experience would normally be expected; however, each case will be reviewed individually with relevant work experience evidence in the form of an employment reference letter on company letterhead, work samples and curriculum vitae submitted will be considered. Such learner will be accessed for possible RPL opportunities and their course duration and volume of learning will be adjusted accordingly, if any RPL is granted.

English Language Requirements for International students:

International students applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require:

Either a minimum IELTS (General) test score of 6.0 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course;
or, IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course;
or, IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course;
Results older than two years are not acceptable.
or, Oxford Placement test with score 61 or higher.
Score Guide: Average test score of 61 or higher in Oxford placement test is equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Students may refer to IELTS equivalent policy for further information.
to provide evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or the Republic of Ireland.
OR
to provide evidence that they are a citizen of and hold a valid passport from the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Canada, New Zealand, or the Republic of Ireland.
OR
to provide evidence that, within two years* of their signed written agreement date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Students may refer to IELTS equivalent policy for further information.

*The date when TEDI receives the signed written agreement (either through email or in hand)

Test evidence table:

English Language Test Providers	Minimum Test Score	Minimum Test Score where combined with at least 10 weeks ELICOS	Minimum test score where combined with at least 20 weeks ELICOS
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)	6.0	5.5	5.0
TOEFL internet-based test (Only accepted if test is taken on or before 25 July 2023)	64	46	35
TOEFL internet-based test that were completed between 26 July 2023 and 4 May 2024, will not be accepted for Australian visa and migration purposes. During this period, the TOEFL iBT test being offered was not an approved test For more information refer this link https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language
Cambridge English Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English)	169	162	154
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)	50	42	36
Occupational English Test	B for each test component	B for each test component	B for each test component

Tests taken after 7 August 2025

Test name	Minimum test score (Direct entry)	Minimum test score: if principal course is accompanied by at least 10 weeks of an ELICOS;	Minimum test score: if principal course is accompanied by at least 20 weeks of an ELICOS.
C1 Advanced	Overall band score of 161	Not accepted for purposes of subclause 500.213(1) of Schedule 2 to the Regulations.	Not accepted for purposes of subclause 500.213(1) of Schedule 2 to the Regulations.
CELPIP General	Overall band score of 7	Overall band score of 6	Overall band score of 5
IELTS Academic or General Training	Average band score of 6.0	Average band score of 5.5	Average band score of 5.0
Language Cert Academic	Overall band score of 61	Overall band score of 54	Overall band score of 46
MET (Michigan English Test)	Overall band score of 53	Overall band score of 49	Overall band score of 44
OET (Occupational English Test)	Overall band score of 1210	Overall band score of 1090	Overall band score of 1020
PTE Academic	Overall band score of 47	Overall band score of 39	Overall band score of 31
TOEFL iBT	Total band score of 67	Total band score of 51	Total band score of 37

The test must have been taken no more than two years* before you apply to study at TEDI.

Refer to TEDI’s Enrolment Kit and/or students Handbook for detailed information on English language requirements.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Skills (LLND) :

At TEDI, we are committed to supporting every student in developing the core skills needed to succeed in their course and meet future workplace demands.

All prospective students are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) skills assessment prior to enrolment.

This assessment helps us:

The LLND assessment is conducted using LLN Robot, a digital tool aligned with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Students enrolling in CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry are required to demonstrate skills at ACSF Level 3 (Performance Level).

Where support needs are identified, students will be provided with an ACSF support plan or referred to external support services, as part of our commitment to student wellbeing and academic success.

Computer literacy requirements

Students enrolling on this course must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre-Training Review form provided along with the application form.

Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with basic computer support. Students can contact TEDI for any further information or assistance on (03) 8725 2061.

Materials and Equipment Required

TEDI will provide access to computers with required resources including access to internet during classroom hours, however, to work on assignments and tasks for self-study, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or higher. Students must have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All learners are expected to have access to MS office application such as Microsoft Word, an email platform.

Learners are required to have a practical kit to undertake practical training. This Kit is required to enter the workshop and to be able to undertake training effectively. Students can purchase kit from the institute or from any outside supplier.

Practical training kit fees at the institute-$400. Detailed information on the kit can be obtained from the institute by sending an email at admissions@tedi.vic.edu.au.

Physical Abilities requirements Learners are expected to have physical abilities and manual handling required to perform tasks involved while undergoing training effectively. As parts of this qualification, students are expected to do manual handling and heavy lifting.

Please Note: Material Fees will only include printed reading materials and handouts provided by the Institute. Students will have to pay separately for the kit (if purchased form the institute).

Mode of Delivery:

Face to Face theory learning on campus and Practical learning at TEDI’S for a minimum 20 hours per week.

Delivery Location:

Theory – Level 5, 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria – 3000 Australia

Practical – 17 David St, BRUNSWICK, Victoria – 3056 Australia

Fees & Charges

Total Course Fee: $30,500

Tuition Fee: $AU 25,000

Non-Tuition Fee: $AU 5,500

Pathway from the Qualification

Successful completion may enable the students to apply for CPC50320 Diploma of Building and Construction (Management).

Employment Pathways

Units in this qualification reflect the knowledge and skills of individuals with significant experience in:

However, above pathway information is in line with qualification description on National Training Register (https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/learn-and-train/courses/CPC30220) & (www.training.gov.au), it doesn’t imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course.

TEDI doesn’t claim any employment outcome or job guarantee associated with its courses as it will be misleading

This course Information may not be sufficient to make an Enrolment decision. Please read this information in conjunction with Student Handbook available on this website.

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