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The RPL Fast Track process can be completed in a shorter time frame depending on the amount of evidence you can supply to meet the requirements of the qualification. Maximum 24 months to complete.
This Nationally Recognised qualification provides a trade outcome for persons seeking recognition as a qualified carpenter, covering work in residential and commercial applications.
Occupational titles may include:
This qualification is recognised by state builder regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services.
To gain entry into the CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry, it is recommended that you have:
RPL pathway. Gap training is provided if applicable (please refer to the fees section for applicable fees)
This qualification provides you with the technical and management skills to become a contractor, or supervisor covering work in commercial applications.
Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCOHS1001A covers this requirement.
Although this is an RPL pathway, gap training will be conducted via distance and through workplace training. The learning component of the qualification is customised to suit the individual client needs. Accelerated learning is open to all participants providing that they are able to demonstrate competency in all units required to gain the qualification.
Upon enrolment, the student will be provided with an RPL Evidence Application to complete in their own time, which will enable them to provide evidence of their experience. Once the RPL Evidence Application has been completed and submitted to the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), then an assessor will check your file and contact you to arrange an interview.
Evidence for RPL may include:
During your interview this will allow the student to explain the evidence provided, and allow the assessor to question the candidate on their knowledge skill and experience. The assessor may also conduct site visits to confirm the candidate’s level of knowledge and skill. If gaps in knowledge, skill or experience are identified, further training can be provided for the candidate to obtain the qualification. The duration of this training is dependent on the individual candidate’s prior and current work experience.
Total number of units = Thirty (30)
Installation field of work
General electives
Recognition of Prior Learning assessments are evidence-based. You will be assigned a qualified assessor who will be available to answer questions and support the RPL process. You must be able to provide evidence of your skills and knowledge for an assessor to deem you ‘competent’. Enrolling as an RPL candidate doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be successful in your application for recognition.
Students will be required to complete a series of assessment tasks successfully which may include a written exam, and/or practical demonstration/observation.
This qualification provides a nationally recognised trade outcome in carpentry, covering work in residential and commercial applications.
CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work.
This qualification is recognised by all state builder regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services.
What are the Pathways
After successful attainment of this qualification many Carpenters go onto upgrading to other trades licenses, such as:
Licensing Requirements
This qualification is recognised by State Building Regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services. If you are seeking licensing in Western Australia, you will need to contact WA Building Commission, and check CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) – Western Australian students link.
To work as a Builder or Contractor in Australia you must have a licence or be registered.
A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application. One step in the process of gaining your licence or registration is to complete training which has been approved by the licensing body in your state.
Find out more about the you licencing requirements click on the below links:
Fees
RPL – Fee for service price is $2500. This includes gap training for 4 units of competency. Additional fees apply for further gap training. The price per unit is $285.
Resources
Gap training requires access to a worksite and tools. Please check the student handbook for the list of resources required for each unit of competency. If you require access to a worksite, you will need to inform National Skills prior to enrolment so we can arrange access to a worksite for you.
Find out more about the your licencing requirements click on the below link: