Certificate III in Solid Plastering : CPC31020

course Description

This qualification provides a trade outcome in solid plastering for residential and commercial work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, solid plastering. Solid plasterers apply plaster, cement and other mixtures to walls to create smooth or decorative finishes to interior walls and to render to exterior walls.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Solid Plasterer
  • Renderer.

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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 CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Entry Requirements

AGE REQUIREMENTS  

Be 18 years or over at course commencement.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS  

We accept the admission to the students if they qualify in ANYONE (1) of the following:  

International students applying for this course either off-shore or on-shore will require:

– Either a minimum IELTS test score of 5.5 (with no component lower than 5) or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course; Results older than two years are not acceptable.  

LANGUAGE, LITERACY AND NUMERACY (LLN) TEST  

Applicants must undertake a language, literacy, and numeracy assessment during their induction session prior to beginning the qualification. Results will be assessed on an individual level by the assessor. Depending upon the level of support required for the language, literacy, or numeracy, an alternative training and assessment methods may be used or the learners will be recommended through individual support to fulfill the LLN gaps during the student journey.

OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER (OSHC)  

All international students must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their stay in Australia.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

Participants must be able to undertake the physical tasks required in this role, including manual handling using equipment in an aged care or disability care setting.

Course Format

There are no pre-requisites for this course

For more information, please visit the training.gov.au website below:

Core Units
15

+

Elective Units
5

=

Total Units
20
Total number of units = 20
15 core units
5 elective units, consisting of:
at least 3 units from those units listed under Group A or B
the remaining units from any of the Groups A, B or C below.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Individual Support.
Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation as outlined below.
Core units
  • CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
  • CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
  • 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
  • CPCCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials
  • CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment
  • CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering
  • CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces
  • CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats
  • CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes
  • CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork
Elective units
  • CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres (c)
  • BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
  • CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
  • CPCCPB3015 Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
  • CPCCPB3026 Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems

Course GUIDE

Nationally Recognised

CPC31020

Delivery Mode

Face to Face and Workplacements

CRICOS Code

118303E

ASSESSMENT:

The assessment of each unit of competency will take place during the course. Assessments will take the form of knowledge test, practical demonstration and project.

Knowledge questions and worksheets:

To assess the required knowledge GHMC used knowledge questions (short answer questions) that include questions covering required knowledge and performance criteria for the unit.

Practical demonstration (workshop):

Students are required to demonstrate practical skills and knowledge in solid plastering within a simulated construction environment. Prior to assessment, they undertake structured workshop sessions to practice tasks including erecting and dismantling scaffolding, safely handling and applying plaster materials, using hand and power tools, preparing and repairing surfaces, applying float and render to flat and curved surfaces, layering set coats, creating trowelled texture finishes, and restoring or renovating damaged plasterwork. Students are also expected to follow safe work practices, including correct use of PPE, safe manual handling, and adherence to workplace health and safety procedures. For practical assessments, students provide their own tool kit and appropriate PPE, which are checked for compliance prior to commencing. Tasks are completed within a set timeframe, with trainers observing performance, providing feedback, and assessing competency against national training standards.

INTAKE DATES:

Monthly Intakes

DELIVERY LOCATIONS

Tenancy C8 – 61 Riggall St, Broadmeadows VIC 3047 (Entry From Belfast Street)

Level 9 – 38 Currie St, ADELAIDE, South Australia 5000

2F Level 2, 57 Sanders St, Upper Mount Gravatt Office QLD 4122

COMPUTER LITERACY REQUIREMENTS  

All students enrolling into Global Healthcare Management College programs must have basic computer skills. Students will be asked questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre-training review Interview by GHMC staff.

COURSE CREDIT  

Global Healthcare Management College can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorized issuing organisation. We can also grant you credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course, and the subject or unit you have completed.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING  

Not available

Qualification Mapping Information

Supersedes and is not equivalent to CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support.

FAQ

Mon-Wed 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Thu-Sat 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Course Details:

CRICOS CODE:

04089J

VET National Code:

CPC31020

Delivery Type:

Face to Face, Work Placement

Course Price:

$20,000

Duration

54 Weeks

Language:

English

Certifications

Digital, Physical

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Tenancy C8 - 61 Riggall St, Broadmeadows VIC 3047 (Entry From Belfast Street)

+61 430 208 624

2F Level 2, 57 Sanders St, Upper Mount Gravatt Office QLD 4122

+61 489 931 169

Level 9 - 38 Currie St, ADELAIDE, South Australia 5000

0468 282 094

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