CPC31020 CERTIFICATE III IN SOLID PLASTERING
(CRICOS Code: 119367C)
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This nationally recognised qualification provides you with the opportunity to establish your career as a
Solid Plasterer or Renderer in the construction industry. It develops your skills and knowledge to meet
trade outcome in solid plastering for residential and commercial work. Through the course, you will
develop your skills by attending face-to-face workshop-based training that meets industry standards
and needs.
The course is ideal for individuals looking to start a career in the construction industry as well as for
those already working in the trade who aim to recognise their skills for advancing their career
opportunities.
Course Duration:
- 52 weeks (40 weeks of study + 3 weeks Term breaks)
Weekly Delivery Schedule:
- 2 Days: Face-to-Face in the simulated workplace
- 5 hours: Supervised self-paced learning
Entry Requirements:
You will be able to enrol in this qualification if you fulfil the following requirements.
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrolment
- Have completed high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only) OR
- Have completed secondary school/A level education overseas OR
- Have demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the construction industry.
English Language requirement:
As per the Department of Home Affairs, international students applying for a student visa to undertake this course must meet one of the following English language requirements. For further details, please visit the Department of Home Affairs website at: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic or General Training): average band score of 6.0; OR
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): overall score of 47; OR
- Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT): total score of 67; OR
- Cambridge English: Advanced (C1 Advanced): overall score of 161; OR
- Occupational English Test (OET): overall score of 1210.
- Where a student is unable to provide proof of one of the above English language tests, ATCWA requires one of the following pieces of evidence of English language proficiency before a Confirmation of Enrolment can be issued:
- ACSF Level 3 test outcome at the English Test administered by the Australian Technical College Western Australia; OR
- Evidence that English has been the medium of instruction at the student’s school for the last two (2) years, with a satisfactory grade in English; OR
- Evidence that the student is currently studying in Australia and has studied for 6 months or more at the AQF Certificate IV level or above.
Training & Assessment Strategy:
The training and assessment strategy of this qualification includes the following methods of delivery and assessment to suit your learning style and the requirements of each unit of competency.
- Face to face discussions, learning activities and some skills observation tasks conducted in class.
- Simulated work-based learning and practical assessment
- Portfolios
- Written assessments including projects and knowledge-based questions
- Structured and guided e-learning activities
- Industry-based learning and assessment tasks
- Industry excursions and incursions
- Other specific methods applied in order to the requirements of the units of competency.
# | Unit Code & Title |
1 | CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
2 | CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
3 | CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication |
4 | BSBESB301Investigate business opportunities |
5 | BSBESB301Manage finances for new business ventures |
6 | CPCCOM2001Read and interpret plans and specifications |
7 | CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations |
8 | CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work |
9 | CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment |
10 | CPCCSP2001Handle solid plastering materials |
11 | CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering |
12 | CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures |
13 | CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms |
14 | CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
15 | CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights |
16 | CPCCSP3005 Install pre-cast decorative mouldings |
17 | CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes |
18 | CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces |
19 | CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats |
20 | CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork |
Fees Applicable:
- Enrolment Fee: AUD 250 (Applicable only for new students)
- Resource Fee: AUD 3,000
- Tuition Fee: AUD 19,000
Intake Dates
- 6 July 2026
- 5 October 2026
- 4 January 2027
- 5 April 2027
- 5 July 2027
- 4 October 2027