This program is delivered in the classroom. Practical face to face training is provided in a workshop.

Classroom: Level 1, 310 King Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

Workshop: 271-273 Macaulay Road, North Melbourne, VIC

Melbourne Education Institute has the following entry requirements:

International students must:

• be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
• participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
• have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
• educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
• successful completion of an English Placement Test at IELTS level 6.0.

*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Potential employment options are in carpentry roles in both residential and commercial workplaces.

Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into a range of building and construction qualifications.

MEI will offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) to all students through the enrolment process and will provide an application kit for RPL applicants. MEI has documented policies and procedures for these processes and students are provided details of how to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. If student cannot complete all the units of competency as specified in this qualification, a Statement of Attainment will be provided to students to indicate the units they have successfully completed.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as carpenters in both residential and commercial construction environments. They perform a wide range of tasks that are practical, specialised, and technical, including setting out, manufacturing, constructing, assembling, installing, and repairing products made from timber and non-timber materials.

Occupational outcomes may include roles such as Carpenter – Commercial, Carpenter – Formwork, and Carpenter – Residential.

Graduates are expected to apply their skills and knowledge independently and responsibly, ensuring compliance with industry standards and workplace safety practices. They are also required to complete the general construction induction training program, as outlined in the Safe Work Australia Code of Practice: Construction Work. Successful achievement of CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry meets this requirement.

It is important to note that state and territory jurisdictions may have specific licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements. Learners and employers should confirm these with the relevant authorities.

In order to achieve the CPC302220 Certificate III in Carpentry students must satisfactorily complete the following units of competency:

Thirty-four (34) units including twenty (27) core units and seven (7) elective units are required for the award of the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry.

The 34 units that must be completed include:

• 27 core units
• 7 elective units comprising of:
• a minimum of five units must be selected from Group A
• the remaining can be selected from Group A or Group B
• a maximum of two units can be selected from any group or current training package, as long as it contributes to a valid,  industry-supported vocational outcome and maintains the AQF level of this qualification.

Units have been selected in accordance with the packaging rules and are relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and qualification level.

Units of Competency

Please contact Melbourne Education Institute for further details and ongoing specials (if applicable) on pricing.

Please refer to Fee and Refund Policy for further details on fees and refund arrangements.

This qualification will be delivered over 104 weeks, including 80 weeks of training and assessment spread over 8 terms of 10 weeks each and 24 weeks of holidays.