CPC30620: Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

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CRICOS Course Code: 110423F

Course Overview

The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is a nationally recognised qualification for individuals pursuing a professional career in the painting and decorating trade. This course equips students with the essential skills, practical experience, and safety knowledge required to work confidently on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

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CRICOS Course Code

110423F

Delivery Method

Face to face with theory and hands-on

Duration

60 Weeks including term breaks

Study Load

20 hours per week (Full-Time)

Age

18+ on the date of commencement

Location

Melbourne or Brisbane Campus

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Available at Melbourne Campus
83 – 89 Boundary Road, North Melbourne VIC 3051
Available at Brisbane Campus
Unit 19, Level 4, 269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley 4006

Career Pathways

Painter

Painter and Decorator

1

Age & Academic Criteria

  • Must be 18 years or older at the time of application.
  • Completion of Australian Year 11/12 or an equivalent qualification.

2

English Language Proficiency

  • IELTS 6.0 (Academic or General) or equivalent, as per DOHA regulations.
  • Online IELTS is NOT accepted. Refer to DOHA English Language Requirements.
  • Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test before training
For further information, refer to Entry Requirements Policy and Procedures.

Entry Requirements

Further Study Pathways

CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Ideal for those aspiring to become site supervisors or project managers. (Available with NVC)
CPC50220

Diploma of Building and Construction

Focuses on construction project management, contract administration, and leadership.
BSB40520

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management

Prepares painting professionals to take on team leadership and minor business roles.

Course Structure / Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 29 units of competency, including:

  • 26 Core Units

  • 3 Elective Units

Core Units

Unit of Competency

CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCPD2011 Handle and store painting and decorating materials
CPCCPD2012 Use painting and decorating tools and equipment
CPCCPB3026 Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems
CPCCPD3021 Prepare existing coated surface for painting
CPCCPD3035 Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting
CPCCPD3022 Apply paint by brush and roller
CPCCPD3023 Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller, and spray
CPCCPD3025 Match specific paint colours
CPCCPD3026 Apply stains and clear timber finishes
CPCCPD3024 Apply paint by spray
CPCCPD2013 Remove and replace doors and door and windows components
CPCCPD3028 Apply decorative paint finishes
CPCCPD3036 Work safely to encapsulate non‐friable asbestos in the painting industry
CPCCPD3030 Apply protective paint coating systems
CPCCPD3027 Remove and apply wallpape
Core Units

Elective Units

Unit of Competency

CPCCPD3029 Remove graffiti and apply anti‐graffiti coatings
CPCCPD3032 Apply advance wallpaper coverings
CPCCPD3034 Apply advanced decorative paint finishes

 

Elective Units

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