Trade Institute of Victoria
Certificate III in Carpentry
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)TIV’s Certificate III in in Carpentry Course is a popular training alternative to a Carpentry Apprenticeship. It’s a hands-on program designed for people who want to begin a career as a carpenter without doing an apprenticeship. Lots of people from different backgrounds like it because it helps them start successful careers in building and construction.
Course Highlights
- Government funding is available for eligible applicants.
- Learn in our state-of-the-art facilities at Dandenong and Tottenham.
- Small classes to provide more one on one support and learning.
- Experienced industry trainers, teaching real skills.
- Gain hands on experience as a carpenter.
- Each student receives a resource package including a full tool bag.
Course Duration:
- 3 face-to-face classes each week (7.00am – 3.00pm) Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
- The total timetabled sessions including holiday and study breaks is 64 weeks.
- Plus 1 week of additional student support if required.
Why Study with TIV:
- Learn From Industry Respected Professionals.
- We’re a Registered Training Organisation With 18 Years of Experience.
- We’re Specialists in Building & Construction Courses.
- 650+ 5-star Google reviews from our students.
- State of The Art Facilities.
- Quality Training with Real Life Skills Taught.
- Nationally Recognised Training.
- Supportive Community from Staff, Trainers, and Peers.
Delivery mode
Trade Institute of Victoria offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 2a/100 Olympia Street, Tottenham VIC 3012, Australia, VIC
- 30-38 Cheltenham Rd, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Age: 18 years or older.
English Language: Demonstrated sufficient LLN skills through pre-training review process.
Pre-Training Review:
Evaluation includes assessment of:
- Language, Literacy, and Numeracy skills.
- Understanding of course structure.
- Computer literacy.
- Motivation for course enrolment.
Course Entry Requirements:
No specific requirements or preferred pathways.
Computer Requirements:
- Laptop Computer
- Laptop Charger
- Internet access
- Smartphone (where required for photos)
- Licensed Version Windows Office Products (Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Exit: This qualification is designed to be delivered in full, with students awarded a certificate upon successful completion. If a student is unable to complete the entire qualification, or chooses to withdraw, they will receive a Statement of Attainment for any units of competency successfully completed.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- Flexible payment plans available.
- Skills First Government Funding available for Victoria residents.
- This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Concession cards: TIV allows a 1-month grace period after the commencement of training. If you provide proof of concession during this period, the concession start date must be prior to the commencement of your training.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Carpentry will prepare you for the following roles.
Apprentice Carpenter
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Formwork Carpenter
A Formwork Carpenter builds frameworks used in the construction industry. Most of your work will be on large scale projects, but you may be employe...
Carpenter
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Wall and Ceiling Installer
A Wall and Ceiling Installer applies plasterboard panels or sheeting in new building projects, renovation work or repair jobs. You might fix wall a...
Shopfitter
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About Trade Institute of Victoria
The Trade Institute of Victoria (TIV), established in 2007, is a leading RTO for building and construction courses in Victoria, with five locations.
TIV offers government-funded programs from Apprenticeship to Diploma levels, including Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate IV in Building and Construction, and the Diploma of Building and Construction.
They also cater to international students and provide short courses like Builders Registration training.
