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52 weeks
Classroom Blended (in-class sessions, self-study and simulated workplace environment)
17 Nov 2025 | 15 Dec 2025 | 7 Jan 2026 | 9 Feb 2026 | 9 Mar 2026 | 13 Apr 2026 | 11 May 2026 | 15 Jun 2026 | 13 Jul 2026

Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
6 Moorabool St, GEELONG, VIC 3220
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
State/Territory Trade Licensing Authority
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Use carpentry tools and equipment
Core unit
Handle carpentry materials
Core unit
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
Core unit
Carry out setting out
Core unit
Install flooring systems
Core unit
Construct and erect wall frames
Core unit
Construct ceiling frames
Core unit
Erect roof trusses
Core unit
Construct pitched roofs
Core unit
Construct eaves
Core unit
Install windows and doors
Core unit
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs
Core unit
Install exterior cladding
Core unit
Install lining, panelling and moulding
Core unit
Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings for carpentry work
Core unit
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
Core unit
Apply basic levelling procedures
Core unit
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core unit
Work safely at heights
Core unit
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Core unit
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core unit
Conduct workplace communication
Core unit
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core unit
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements
Core unit
Carry out levelling operations
Core unit
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core unit
Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies
Core unit
Construct advanced roofs
Elective unit
Frame and fit wet area fixtures
Elective unit
Construct and install bulkheads
Elective unit
Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps
Elective unit
Erect and dismantle formwork to suspended slabs, columns, beams and walls
Elective unit
Plan and organise work
Elective unit
Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
Elective unit (imported)
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is $26,500 AUD, which comprises a tuition fee of $23,000 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $3,500 AUD.
The Certificate III in Carpentry is delivered over 52 weeks at Veritas Education Pty Ltd.
The course is delivered at Veritas Education Pty Ltd's campus located at 6-24 Moorabool Street, Geelong VIC 3220, a location owned and operated by the provider.
The CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Carpentry at Veritas Education Pty Ltd is 118927F, and the VET National Code is CPC30220.
No, this course does not qualify for extended Post-Study Work Rights. Extended Post-Study Work Rights apply only to Skills Level 1 qualifications (Bachelor, Masters or PhD) of 92 weeks or greater duration, and the Certificate III in Carpentry is a Certificate III level qualification of only 52 weeks.
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