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CPC30620

CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

CRICOS Code :
04304G
RTO Code:
46296
CRICOS Code :
04304G
RTO Code:
46296
CRICOS Course Code
117044E
Theory Location:Geelong, VIC 3220
Practical Location:

Truganina VIC 3029 and student will also be required to work at different construction sites.

Delivery Mode :

Classroom and mandatory structured self-study.

Duration :

52 weeks

Study Load:

20 hours/week in the classroom + 4 hours/week of structured self-study.

Tuition Fees:Refer to the price list.

Course Overview

This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Painter and Decorator.

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. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations

  • If they are running their own business and subcontract to builders or clients
  • If they are an employee.

Full details on the licensing requirements are available on the following link:

https://www.mbav.com.au/mandatory-trades-registration-and-licensing and one can apply for license by following instructions given on this https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration.

Every state and territory jurisdictions may have different requirements. You should contact relevant authority in your state for more information.

For more details: https://training.gov.au

CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is designed for individuals who are eager to build a successful career in the painting and decorating industry. This course is ideal for those who:

  1. Aspire to Begin a Career in Painting and Decorating:
    • Individuals looking to establish a professional career in painting and decorating.
    • Those seeking to gain practical skills and knowledge to enter the painting industry.
  2. Aim to Transition into a Different Industry Sector:
    • Professionals from other fields who wish to transition into the painting and decorating sector.
    • Those aiming to acquire specialized painting skills to enhance their career prospects in a new industry.
  3. Seek Comprehensive Vocational Training:
    • Students who have completed relevant foundational studies and are looking to further their education in painting and decorating.
    • Individuals planning to pursue advanced qualifications in construction and seeking a strong foundational training in painting techniques and decoration styles.

Key Benefits of the Course:

  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Gain practical and technical skills required for various painting and decorating roles, including residential and commercial projects.
  • Career Advancement: Enhance job prospects in the painting and decorating industry by acquiring in-demand competencies, such as color matching, surface preparation, and decorative techniques.
  • Pathway to Advanced Qualifications: Serve as a stepping stone toward advanced vocational qualifications in construction and decorating, such as the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

This course is tailored to meet the educational and career development needs of individuals seeking to thrive in the carpentry and construction industry, providing them with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to excel.

  • Residential Painter
  • Commercial Painter
  • Decorative Finisher
  • Wallpaper Installer
  • Industrial Painter
  • Color Consultant
  • Painting and Decorating Contractor
  • Pathway to Advanced Qualifications in Construction
  • Duration: 52 weeks (48 study weeks + 4 weeks holidays)
  • Classroom Training: 20 hours/week
  • Structured Self-Study: 4 hours/week

1. Age and Education:

  • You must be at least 18 years old.
  • Completion of the equivalent of Year 12 education is mandatory.

2. Course Entry Interview and LLN Assessment:

  • Participation in a course entry interview is necessary to assess your suitability for the course and determine your specific student needs.
  • The interview will also include a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) assessment.
  • To be eligible for entry, you must achieve an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level of 4 in reading, writing, numeracy, and oral communication.

3. English Language Proficiency:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6 or equivalent is required.
  • Test results must be no more than 2 years old.
  • Alternatively, English language competence can be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
    • Education for a minimum of 5 years in an English-speaking country.
    • Completion of at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course at an Australian Registered Training Organization (RTO).
    • Successful completion of an English Placement Test.
  • Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL may be accepted, provided the results are equivalent to IELTS 6. You are required to provide your test results for verification.

4. Academic Requirement:

  • Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification

OR

  • Successful completion of a qualification from an Institute where the mode of instruction was English and where the course duration was no less than 12 months
  • Completion of unit “CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement”

5. Health Requirement:

Upon enrolling with Ashford College, it is requested that student should disclose if they have any medical conditions as there may be contraindications to the course requirements. You will be asked to provide a certificate of fitness from your GP, clearing you and allowing you to participate in classes.

Units of Competency

Core Units

CodeCore Units
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCM2012*Work safely at heights
CPCCOM1012Work 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
CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 meters
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
CPCCPD3035* Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
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
CPCCPD3031 *Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry
CPCCPD3030 Apply protective paint coating systems
CPCCPD3036*Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry

Elective Units

CodeElective Units
CPCCPD3029Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings
CPCCPD3034Apply advanced decorative paint finishes
CPCCSP3003Apply trowelled texture coat finishes

Course Credit

You can apply for recognition of your existing qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience through credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL).

Detailed information about this process is available in our International Student Handbook, which can be accessed at: ashford.edu.au

For any questions about course credit, contact us at: info@ashford.edu.au

Resource Requirements

All classes require you to bring a laptop with Office 365 (or similar) installed.

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