Study Carpentry & Cabinet Making Courses in Australia for PR

Due to the rapid expansion of land and property development, construction have become two of the most common blue-collar jobs in Australia.

If you’re passionate about working with wood whether in construction, furniture design, or custom cabinetry then studying carpentry and cabinetmaking in Australia can open the door to exciting career opportunities and potential pathways to permanent residency.

Planning to start your career in carpentry and cabinet making industry? Book a free consultation with Search Education Migration Agent 

• In-demand occupation in Australia due to lack of skill workers.

• High earning potential, with average salary of between $75,000 and $85,000 AUD per year.

• Australian institutions, including universities and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) like TAFE, offer practical learning through apprenticeships and traineeship programs.

• Offers vocational placement hours (often 400+), allowing students to gain real word experience.

• Carpentry and cabinet making are featured on Australia's Medium- and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) offering PR pathway through several visas like Employer Nomination Scheme visa 186, Skilled Independent visa 189, and Skilled Work Regional visa 491. 

(CPC30220-01) Certificate III in Carpentry  

Certificate III in Carpentry is a two-year trade qualification that teaches students the skills and knowledge required to work as a carpenter. In this course you will study principles of building construction, carpentry equipment & tools, installing, and repairing products made from timber and non-timber materials, using hand & power tools, and many more.  

Course Duration: 2 years 

Vocational Placement: 400 hours 

Entry requirements: 

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent 
• Overall 6.0 in IELTS with no band less than 5.5 

Cost of Studying: $23,000 AUD to $26,000 AUD (depends upon institution) 

(MSF30322) Certificate III in Cabinet Making & Timber Technology 

Certificate III in Cabinet Making & Timber Technology is a two-year undergraduate course that teaches students the practical skills and knowledge to work as a cabinet maker. In this course you will learn skilled in making and repairing fine timber products using solid timber, flat-panel or timber-based materials. 

Additionally, you will also learn how to design dining and bedroom suites, antiques and office furniture, manufacture and installation of kitchen and bathroom fittings. 

Course Duration: 2 years 

Vocational Placement: 400 hours 

Entry requirements: 

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent 
• Overall 6.0 in IELTS with no band less than 5.5 

Cost of Studying: $25,000 AUD to $35,000 AUD (depends upon institution) 

Career outcomes after graduation from a carpentry 

• Carpenter (ANZSCO code: 331212, List: MLTSSL) 
• Carpenter and Joiner (ANZSCO code: 331211, List: MLTSSL) 

Career outcomes after graduation from a cabinet making 

• Cabinetmaker (ANZSCO code: 394111, List: MLTSSL) 

International students who graduate from the trade courses are eligible to apply for a temporary graduate visa, which allows them to live and work in Australia for up to 2 years. On this graduate visa, students need to work for 12 months to pass a skill assessment through the Job Ready Program (JRP).  

The Job Ready Program (JRP) is also known as the employment-based skills assessment program developed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). Enrolling in this program gives applicants an opportunity to demonstrate their skills and job readiness in an Australian workforce. After successfully completing the JRP with a positive skills assessment, applicants are eligible to apply for PR through several skilled migration visas  

Learn more about the Job Ready Program (JPR) in detail. 

Occupations such as carpenter, carpenter & jointer and cabinet maker are listed on Australia medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).  

As said before you must obtain full skill assessment from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). To obtain positive skill assessment, applicants must undertake a Job Ready Program (JRP) through TRA. 

After successfully completing the JRP program with positive skill assessment, international students can apply for several PR visas, such as: 

• Subclass 186 - Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa 
• Subclass 189 - Skilled Independent (points-tested) vis 
• Subclass 190 - Skilled Nominated visa 

Additionally, applicants are also eligible for temporary visa which allows them to live and work in regional area of Australia. You can also apply for PR later after meeting all the qualifications and requirements. Visa category for temporary visa includes: 

• Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa - State or Territory nominated 
• Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa - Family sponsored  
• Subclass 482 - Temporary Skill Shortage visa 

The PR application process in Australia is complex and difficult process. Please, consult with our migration agent if you need any detailed support or guidance. 

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