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How to become a carpenter in Brisbane

The qualification, the timeframe, and what the work pays. If a number changes, we change it.

Certificate III in Carpentry, as an apprenticeship

That is what most Brisbane employers ask for. It takes 3 to 4 years, paid throughout depending on the provider and how you study.

An apprenticeship, so you are paid throughout. A White Card is the first thing to get, and it takes a day.

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Where people start

People come into this work from

  • Labourer
  • Trades assistant
  • School leaver
Carpenter$70,000 to $95,000, once qualified
Site supervisor or your own businessYour own, with experience
What it costsProviders differ, sometimes by thousands. We compare them.

Pay ranges are indicative and vary by employer, shift and experience. Check current advertisements before you rely on any figure, including ours.

What it is like here

Brisbane specifically

Residential construction across Brisbane and the growth corridors toward Ipswich and Springfield. A White Card and a licence will get you labouring work while you look for the apprenticeship.

Before you enrol

Three things worth asking

  • Ask whether the work is formwork, framing or finishing, they lead different places.
  • Ask whether they have enough work for four years or whether you will be moved around.
  • Ask whether they will put you through a group training organisation instead.

We will ask all of that for you. Start with the free check.