CPC30620 | CRICOS 116806J
CERTIFICATE III in Painting and Decorating
This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.
DURATION
112 Weeks
Delivery methods include face-to-face classroom-based training and webinars. Students are also expected to conduct self-paced learning activities. Assessment methods include written work, projects, case studies, observations, and logbook/third-party reports.
CAREER OPTIONS
Painter and Decorator
ANZSCO Identifier - 332211 Painter
Painting Trades Worker
Technician and Trade Workers
PATHWAY
Licensing, legislative and regulatory or certification requirements for painting and decorating work differ between States and Territories. Please consult with the relevant regulatory authority.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway
LLN
Sufficient LLN (Language, Literacy, and Numeracy) skills and are at least 18 years old. Applicants may be requested to take an LLN test.
Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience within a relevant industry may also be considered for entry into the course.
Students will need access to a computer and the internet. For detailed requirements please contact the college.
WORK PLACEMENT
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement
Master Painters Australia, Painting Contractors Certification Program, Housing Industry Association, Master Builders Australia and Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no formal requirements for this qualification. However, participants must be 18 years' old or over.
- IELTS overall band of 6 or equivalent internationally recognised exam result in line with DIBP regulations
- Applicants must be physically capable of doing general lifting and be prepared to be on their feet for long stretches of time
COURSE STRUCTURE
Course Structure (29 Subjects) 26 Core & 3 Electives
There are no pre-requisite units for this qualification.
- CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
- CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights
- CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
- CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work
- CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCOM2001* Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCPB3026* Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems
- CPCCPD2011* Handle and store painting and decorating materials
- CPCCPD2012* Use painting and decorating tools and equipment
- CPCCPD2013* Remove and replace doors and door and window components
- CPCCPD3021* Prepare existing coated surface for painting
- CPCCPD3022* Apply paint by brush and roller
- CPCCPD3023* Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray
- CPCCPD3024* Apply paint by spray
- CPCCPD3025* Match specific paint colours
- CPCCPD3026* Apply stains and clear timber finishes
- CPCCPD3027* Remove and apply wallpaper
- CPCCPD3028* Apply decorative paint finishes
- CPCCPD3030* Apply protective paint coating systems
- CPCCPD3031* Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry
- CPCCPD3035* Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting
- CPCCPD3036* Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Elective units
BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities
BSBESB303 Organise finances for new business venture
CPCCPD3029* Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings
CPCCPD3032* Apply advanced wall coverings
CPCCPD3033* Apply intumescent coatings
CPCCPD3034* Apply advanced decorative paint finishes
CPCCSP3003* Apply trowelled texture coat finishes
MSFID4016 Design colour schemes for interior and exterior spaces
Elective units have been selected by the college in consultation with industry experts.