CPC30620

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

About Course

This qualification equips individuals with essential skills for success in the painting and decorating industry. Covering surface preparation, painting techniques, decorative skills, and safety regulations, it provides a solid foundation for aspiring professionals. Our college offers this program, ensuring students receive comprehensive training from experienced instructors. The course duration is 60 weeks, allowing ample time for thorough learning and skill development.

Mode of study: Mixed Mode Delivery –  face-to-face workshops, and self-paced workbooks, intermediate computer skills are essential

Career Opportunities

  • Painter & Decorator
  • Labourer
  • Business Owner

Pathway

Upon completion of this qualification, students can continue their studies with:

  • CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
  • CPC30212 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)

Recognition & Assessments

  • Australian Qualification Framework (AQF)
  • Tiling and or Building License with: Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)

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.

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.

This course include written projects/assignments, intermediate computer skills essential.

*(Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry)

Unit Listings

Unit CodeDescription
CPCCCM2008*Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012*Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015Carry 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
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
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements
BSBESB301Investigate business opportunities
CPCCPD3029*Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings
CPCCPD3032*Apply advanced wall coverings

* As marked on the GIC course page.

Eligibility & Entry Requirements

  • All applicants must be over 18 years of age
  • Academic equivalent – Year 10 +
  • Upper-Intermediate English skills
  • Literacy, Language and Numeracy test designed by GIC
  • IELTS 6.0+ (if required)
  • Intermediate Computer Skills are essential

Fees

Tuition fee$16,000
Resource fee$1,000
Enrolment fee$250

Reassessment

Students can have three reassessments of NYC (Not Yet Competent) free of charge provided that the submission of assessments has been done on time. Further, if a student fails more than three times in the unit, the student will have to repeat that unit and charges will be AUD$350.00 per unit (GST will not be charged).

CPC30620
114903B
Trades
60 weeks
$16,000
$1,000
$250

To apply as an international student, complete the online application form together with the required supporting documents.

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Gold Coast International College provides accredited training and qualifications recognised all over Australia. Our Trainers are leaders in their industries, with many years of training experience. After completing a course with GIC, you will be ready to enter the workforce anywhere in Australia or the world.

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