RTO Code: 45341

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CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Course Overview

This qualification is designed to provide students with the practical skills and knowledge required to work as a painter and decorator in the construction industry.

The course focuses on developing competencies in surface preparation, paint application, decorative finishes, and workplace safety, preparing students for employment in residential, commercial, and industrial painting environments.

Training is delivered through a combination of face-to-face classroom sessions, practical workshop training, and theory-based assessments, with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning in a simulated workplace environment.

This course is suitable for individuals who are looking to start a career in painting and decorating or formalise their existing skills within the construction industry.

This is a nationally recognised qualification under the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package, delivered in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.

Additional Information

Learn professional painting and decorating techniques for residential and commercial projects. More information can be found below:

Entry Requirements

Students must:

Be 18 years or older
Provide valid identification
Meet Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements
Be physically capable of performing construction-related tasks

Practical Requirements

Students may be required to:

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g., safety boots, gloves, masks)
Attend all practical sessions
Use tools and equipment safely
Participate in hands-on painting and decorating activities

Course Structure

To achieve this qualification, students must complete:

Total Units: 30 Units

26 Core Units
4 Elective Units

Course Duration

Typical duration: 12 to 24 months
Study mode: Full-time or part-time options may be available

Delivery Mode

This course is delivered through:

Face-to-face classroom training
Practical training in workshop and simulated construction environment
Online or written theory assessments
Practical competency-based assessment

Students will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and materials.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students may seek employment as:

Painter and Decorator
Construction Painter
Maintenance Painter
Decorative Finisher

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods may include:

Written or online theory assessments
Practical demonstrations
Observation by assessor
Workplace-based tasks and projects

Students must demonstrate competency in both theoretical and practical components.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment in:

Residential and commercial construction
Painting and decorating companies
Maintenance and renovation services
Industrial coating environments

Skills You Will Learn

Students will develop a wide range of practical painting and decorating skills, including:

Surface preparation and treatment
Applying paints, coatings, and finishes
Decorative painting techniques
Wallpapering and special finishes
Colour matching and selection
Use of painting tools and equipment
Workplace health and safety practices
Working effectively in construction environments

Pathways

After completing this qualification, students may progress to:

Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Diploma of Building and Construction
Other specialised trade qualifications

Unit of Competency

Unit Code	Unit Name	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
BSBESB301	Investigate business opportunities	Elective
BSBESB303	Organise finances for new business venture	Elective
CPCCPD3029*	Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings	Elective

* = Unit has prerequisite requirements (must be assessed after prerequisite units are completed)

Course Details

Qualification Code: CPC30620

RTO Code: 45341

Course Name: Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Delivery Mode: Delivered through classroom training, workshop-based practicals, theory assessments, and competency-based evaluations.

Course Duration: 12 to 24 months