Course description
If you want to start a joinery apprenticeship, this is the course for you.
This trade-level qualification is suited to apprentices. You will learn joinery skills, mainly on stairs, windows and kitchens. You will also learn about interpreting plans, measurements and calculations, and inventory control. We will also teach you how to use hand and power tools, the use and maintenance of plant equipment, use of static machines, preparation for off-site manufacturing, manufacture of joinery unit components, glass cutting and installation, application and installation of sealants and assembly processes.
The course provides the materials, equipment and occupational health and safety procedures to ensure you work safely and effectively in off-site environments.
Possible career outcomes
- Qualified joiner in timber trade industries
- Specialist joiner for kitchens, windows or stairs
Applications & attendance
Applications for this course are not currently open.
Please contact customer service on 1300 769 279 during business hours to discuss upcoming intake dates.
Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants
To become an apprentice or trainee, you will first need to find an employer willing to employ you. An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider can assist you with this and will also start your application and enrolment process. Find a local provider here
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Full Year East Geelong Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 15 Dec 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Timetable supplied once admitted |
Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.
Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.
An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.
Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants must be 16 years and over at the time of course commencement.
- Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2.
- Any student under the age of 17 must provide an Exemption from School form prior to undertaking the course.
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Apprenticeship and traineeship requirements
Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants must be currently employed under a training contract and referred by their employer.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Pre-training review
Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply basic levelling procedures | CPCCCM2006 | 8 |
| Carry out measurements and calculations | CPCCOM1015 | 20 |
| Conduct workplace communication | CPCCOM1014 | 20 |
| Handle carpentry materials | CPCCCA2011 | 16 |
| Identify and apply information in construction plans, drawings and specifications | CPCCCM3004 | 30 |
| Install windows and doors | CPCCCA3010 | 70 |
| Manufacture and assemble joinery components | CPCCJN3004 | 40 |
| Manufacture stair components for straight flighted stairs | CPCCJS3002 | 32 |
| Measure and draw site layout for manufactured furniture products | MSFFM3011 | 16 |
| Package manufactured products for transport | CPCCJN2003 | 10 |
| Perform construction calculations to determine carpentry material requirements | CPCCOM3001 | 25 |
| Plan and organise work | CPCCOM1013 | 20 |
| Process materials to produce components using static machines | CPCCJN3100 | 56 |
| Read and interpret plans and specifications | CPCCOM2001 | 36 |
| Use carpentry tools and equipment | CPCCCA2002 | 96 |
| Use computer-controlled machinery | CPCCJN3002 | 60 |
| Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | CPCCOM1012 | 20 |
| Work safely at heights | CPCCCM2012 | 8 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Apply and install sealant and sealant devices | CPCCSH2003 | 16 |
| Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | CPCCWHS2001 | 20 |
| Assemble and install stairs | CPCCJS3003 | 24 |
| Assemble components | CPCCJN2001 | 32 |
| Construct furniture using leg and rail method | MSFFM3025 | 64 |
| Construct, assemble and install timber external stairs | CPCCCA3016 | 40 |
| Design and set out stairs | CPCCJS3011 | 24 |
| Install lining, panelling and moulding | CPCCCA3024 | 40 |
| Manufacture components for doors, windows and frames | CPCCJN3003 | 80 |
| Produce manual and computer-aided production drawings | MSFFM3009 | 60 |
| Refurbish timber sashes to window frames | CPCCCA3011 | 16 |
Fees
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession Tuition | AUD $0.68 | per hour | 999 | AUD $679.00 | AUD $14,776.00 |
| Standard Tuition | AUD $3.40 | per hour | 999 | AUD $3,397.00 | AUD $14,776.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $18.88 | per hour | 999 | AUD $18,861.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | AUD $1,015.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Education Levy | AUD $149.85 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Resources | AUD $60.00 | Once per year | charged at enrolment | ||
All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.
Which fee will I pay?
Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Further study options
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management)
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.