CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CRICOS Course Code: 121077F
What is the Qualification About?
Advance your construction career with a recognized trade qualification. This professional solid plasterer apprenticeship course provides the essential skills you need for a rewarding, hands-on role in the building industry.
By earning your CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering, you will master applying decorative and protective finishes to walls and ceilings, including:
By earning your CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering, you will master applying decorative and protective finishes to walls and ceilings, including:
- Professional solid plastering, rendering, and texturing techniques.
- Designing and installing ornamental cornices and mouldings.
- Restoring historic heritage plasterwork structures.
- Executing commercial and residential construction projects.
Take the first step toward becoming a certified, qualified solid plasterer. Boost your career in the finishing trades today!
Qualification Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
New England College Entry Requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
- Students require a completed Year 12 or equivalent; or non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies.
- Commitment to completing the required 48 shifts (minimum) of practical placement.
If a student’s first language is not English, they must satisfy one of the following English language proficiency requirements:
- Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by New England College English Proficiency Policy and Procedure.
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5.
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.
Course Duration
The duration of the course is 52 Weeks, comprising of:
- 52 Weeks Teaching Weeks
- Mode of Study Face to Face
Delivery And Assessment
- Classroom / face to face
- Workshop Sessions
Training and Assessment will be conducted through a combination of blended learning environments. Both knowledge and skill assessments are required to be completed with a competent outcome for each unit to achieve your certificate.
Career Outcomes
Job roles related to this qualification include:
- Solid Plasterer
- Renderer
- Commercial or Residential Construction Worker (Plastering/Rending)
Pathways
After completing this course, you could enrol into:
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
For other relevant qualifications or explore further study options in the automotive sector please refer to www.training.gov.au
Certificate Issuance
A Certificate is issued where all 20 units have been deemed competent. A Statement of Attainment is issued when only some units are deemed competent and the course is not completed in full.
Issuing of your Certificate and or Statement of Attainment occurs within 30 days of your last unit being deemed competent, however, this may be delayed in the event that you have not provided your Unique Student Identifier (USI) or you have any outstanding fees.
Issuing of your Certificate and or Statement of Attainment occurs within 30 days of your last unit being deemed competent, however, this may be delayed in the event that you have not provided your Unique Student Identifier (USI) or you have any outstanding fees.
Qualification Rules & Units of Competency
- 20 units of competency
- 15 core units + 5 elective units
The following list of units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.
| Units Code | Units | Core | Electives | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core | |
| 2 | CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core | |
| 3 | CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core | |
| 4 | CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core | |
| 5 | CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core | |
| 6 | CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core | |
| 7 | BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | Elective (L) | |
| 8 | CPCCSP2001 | Handle solid plastering materials | Core | |
| 9 | CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | Core | |
| 10 | CPCCSP2002 | Use solid plastering tools and equipment | Core | |
| 11 | CPCCPB3008 | Mix plastering compounds | Elective (Other) | |
| 12 | CPCCSP2003 | Prepare surfaces for plastering | Core | |
| 13 | CPCCSP3002 | Apply set coats | Core | |
| 14 | CPCCSP3001 | Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | Core | |
| 15 | CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | Core | |
| 16 | CPCCCO2013 | Carry out concreting to simple forms | Elective (L) | |
| 17 | CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | Elective (L) | |
| 18 | CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core | |
| 19 | CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms to 11 metres | Elective (L) | |
| 20 | CPCCSP3004 | Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | Core |
Fees & Charges
Contact the campus for further information.