CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

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Key Information

Course Overview

The CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is a recognised qualification that delivers a trade outcome for individuals seeking to undertake painting and decorating work across various sectors.

Learns will develop the technical capability to carry out protective application, surface preparation and complete a variety of finishing processes across a range of substrates. This qualification integrates core construction competencies with specialised skills that are required to perform painting and decorating tasks to industry standards.

Potential Occupational Outcomes may include:

Painter and Decorator

Licensing, legislative, regulatory, and certification requirements applicable to painting and decorating trades may vary across state and territory jurisdictions. It is recommended that learners consult the relevant regulatory authority to confirm specific compliance obligations.

This qualification is commonly delivered through an Australian Apprenticeship pathway that allows learners to gain practical experience alongside formal training.

Course Duration And Delivery Mode

The delivery of this qualification is based on 20 hours of face-to-face training per week over a period of 60 weeks including 52 weeks of study and 8 weeks of scheduled holidays.

Assessment Methods And Facilities

This course is delivered face-to-face through a combination of tutorials and industry-based training. The training is designed to stimulate real workplace conditions and support the development of industry-relevant skills.

Assessment is conducted using a variety of methods including direct observation, outcome-based analysis, portfolios and a variety of questioning techniques.

Delivery and assessment methods include:

Face-to-Face Training
Simulated Work Environment

Students have access to fully equipped classrooms, student computers, and both printed and online learning resources. Classrooms are spacious and supported with free internet access to enhance the learning experience.

Entry Requirements

Atlantis College of Management has the following entry requirements for CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating:

Be at least 18 years of age and must have completed at least the equivalent of Year 12.
Meet minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements including:

Have an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old); or
Have studied in English for at least five years in an English-speaking country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States)
Have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification within the last 2 years; or
Have successfully completed a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (Internal) and achieved a minimum CSPA scale score of 110.

Pathways

Into the Qualification:

Entry in the CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating may be supported by lower-level qualifications such as the CPC20120 – Certificate II in Construction. This pathway allows learners to gain establish foundational construction knowledge, practical skills and an overall understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

From the Qualification:

Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners may choose to further evolve and develop their skills through progression into higher-level studies. Progression into higher-level education can support the development of advanced skills, contributing to long-term career growth.

Employment:

Graduates of this qualification may seek employment within the solid plastering sector of the construction industry working across a variety of projects.

Please Note: Completion of this qualification does not guarantee immediate employment however it does provide the underpinning skills, knowledge and nationally recognised credentials and core skills required to support entry into the workforce.

Campuses

Level 14, 474, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
Practical Training Facility – Conveniently located within the Melbourne metropolitan CBD

Course Structure

This qualification comprises a total of 29 units of competency, that consists of 26 core units and 3 elective units. The core units provide essential foundation skills and knowledge required across the construction industry in addition to developing specialised trade competencies in painting and decorating. The elective units are selected to complement the core skill set and is aligned with job outcomes within the industry.

All units of competency have been chosen and designed to reflect current industry practices, standards and employer expectations. This structure ensures a balanced combination of knowledge and practical application.

For more information please visit: https://training.gov.au/training/details/CPC30620

Code	Title	Core - Elective
CPCCCM2008*	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding	Core
CPCCCM2012*	Work safely at heights	Core
CPCCCM3001	Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres	Core
CPCCCM3005	Calculate costs of construction work	Core
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry	Core
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work	Core
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication	Core
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations	Core
CPCCOM2001*	Read and interpret plans and specifications	Core
CPCCPB3026*	Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems	Core
CPCCPD2011*	Handle and store painting and decorating materials	Core
CPCCPD2012*	Use painting and decorating tools and equipment	Core
CPCCPD2013*	Remove and replace doors and door and window components	Core
CPCCPD3021*	Prepare existing coated surface for painting	Core
CPCCPD3022*	Apply paint by brush and roller	Core
CPCCPD3023*	Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray	Core
CPCCPD3024*	Apply paint by spray	Core
CPCCPD3025*	Match specific paint colours	Core
CPCCPD3026*	Apply stains and clear timber finishes	Core
CPCCPD3027*	Remove and apply wallpaper	Core
CPCCPD3028*	Apply decorative paint finishes	Core
CPCCPD3030*	Apply protective paint coating systems	Core
CPCCPD3031*	Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry	Core
CPCCPD3035*	Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting	Core
CPCCPD3036*	Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry	Core
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry	Core
CPCCPD3034*	Apply advanced decorative paint finishes	Elective
BSBESB301	Investigate business opportunities	Elective
BSBESB303	Organise finances for new business venture	Elective

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