Certificate III in Solid Plastering

CPC31020

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

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 modelCode of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (apprenticeship)
      • Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s
      • Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This apprenticeship is available:

    • Solid Plasterer

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through apprenticeship:
      4 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply basic levelling procedures Core
Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces Core
Apply set coats Core
Apply trowelled texture coat finishes Core
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Core
Carry out measurements and calculations Core
Conduct workplace communication Core
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding Core
Handle solid plastering materials Core
Plan and organise work Core
Prepare surfaces for plastering Core
Read and interpret plans and specifications Core
Restore and renovate solid plasterwork Core
Use solid plastering tools and equipment Core
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Core
Apply plaster by projection machine Elective
Carry out concreting to simple forms Elective
Carry out conite construction and wall sheet panelling Elective
Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems Elective
Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems Elective
Install cast plaster blockwork and wall sheet panels Elective
Install pre-cast decorative mouldings Elective
Investigate business opportunities Elective
Manage finances for new business ventures Elective
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres Elective
Use explosive power tools Elective
Work safely at heights Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Solid Plastering sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Fibrous Plasterer

    ANZSCO 333211

    Fibrous Plasterers apply and fix plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic tiles, and composite wall linings to buildings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Solid Plasterer

    ANZSCO 333212

    Solid Plasterers apply decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement and similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Solid Plastering

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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