Certificate III in Joinery

CPC31920

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification provides a trade outcome in joinery covering work for residential and commercial applications.

Occupational titles may include

  • Joiner
  • Stair builder.

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (apprenticeship)
      • Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s
      • Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This apprenticeship is available:

    • Joiner

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through apprenticeship:
      4 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply basic levelling procedures Core
Carry out measurements and calculations Core
Conduct workplace communication Core
Handle carpentry materials Core
Identify and apply information in construction plans, drawings and specifications Core
Install windows and doors Core
Manufacture and assemble joinery components Core
Manufacture stair components for straight flighted stairs Core
Measure and draw site layout for manufactured furniture products Core
Package manufactured products for transport Core
Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements Core
Plan and organise work Core
Process materials to produce components using static machines Core
Read and interpret plans and specifications Core
Use carpentry tools and equipment Core
Use computer-controlled machinery Core
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Core
Work safely at heights Core
Apply and install sealant and sealant devices Elective
Apply and trim decorative additions to shopfittings and components Elective
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Elective
Assemble and install stairs Elective
Assemble components Elective
Assemble partitions Elective
Calculate costs of construction work Elective
Carry out general demolition of minor building structures Elective
Construct and erect wall frames Elective
Construct and install bulkheads Elective
Construct, assemble and install composite external stairs Elective
Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs Elective
Cut and install glass Elective
Design and set out stairs Elective
Erect roof trusses Elective
Fabricate shopfitting components using CNC machines Elective
Fabricate synthetic solid surface products Elective
Frame and fit wet area fixtures Elective
Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies Elective
Install flooring systems Elective
Install lining, panelling and moulding Elective
Manufacture and install continuous handrailing and special stair components Elective
Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames Elective
Manufacture stair components for curved and geometric stairs Elective
Prepare existing coated surface for painting Elective
Prepare shopfittings and surfaces and apply liquid finishes Elective
Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings Elective
Refurbish timber sashes to window frames Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Joinery sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Carpenter and Joiner

    ANZSCO 331211

    Carpenters and Joiners construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials, and cut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Carpenter

    ANZSCO 331212

    Work with wood and other materials to repair or install foundations, walls, roofs, windows and doors in buildings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Joiner

    ANZSCO 331213

    Joiners cut, shape and fit timber parts in workshops to form structures and fittings, ready for installation.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Cabinetmaker

    ANZSCO 394111

    Fabricate and repair wooden furniture; assemble prepared wooden parts to make furniture and cabinetry.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Builder's Labourer

    ANZSCO 821111

    Builder's Labourers perform routine tasks in erecting and repairing structures and facilities on building and construction sites and in factories producing prefabricated building components.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Handyperson

    ANZSCO 899311

    Handypersons clean, paint, repair and maintain buildings, grounds and facilities.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Joinery

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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