Certificate III in Carpentry
Duration - 4 year
Study - TAFE / CIT
Choosing a carpentry apprenticeship now can set you up for a life-long rewarding profession in all parts of Australia. Carpentry is under-represented by females, but that’s about to change with government incentives and local workshops popping up to help with hands-on experience.
Tasks
- Perform measurements and calculations
- Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Handle carpentry hand and power tools
- Construct frames, trusses and eaves
- Repair existing fittings
- Laying flooring
- Fitting exterior wall cladding, doors and frames
- Cutting, shaping and fitting timber
Future prospects
- Certificate IV in Building & construction (Building)
Also known as
- Chippy
- Builder
If you like
- Working out doors (hot and cold climates)
- Working with hand and power tools
- Practical hands-on work
- Working independently and as part of a team
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We look after
- Wages
- Allowances
- Annual leave & annual leave Loading
- TAFE/RTO fees
- Mentoring & support
- WHS/PPE
Fact
There are over 135,800 people employed in this industry, 2021 LabourMarketInsights.gov.au
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