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CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

Course Code and Title

CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining 

Full Course Fee - $6700     
Easy Skills Payment Plan Available On Request
*See terms and conditions below.
 
 
 
RPL Fee - $2800 
If you think you have the required Skills and Knowledge, then fast track your qualification today. Payment breakdown ($1000 on enrolment and $1800 balance on completion)             
 
 
 

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DURATION

The RPL Fast Track process can be completed in a shorter time frame depending on the amount of evidence you can supply to meet the requirements of the qualification. Maximum 24 months to complete.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

This Nationally Recognised qualification provides a trade outcome for persons seeking recognition as a qualified wall and ceiling liner, covering work in residential and commercial applications.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Wall and ceiling liner 
  • Plasterer

This qualification is recognised by state builder regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To gain entry into the CPC31211 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining , it is recommended that you have:

  • Have been employed in the field of building and construction and have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in residential or commercial applications wall and ceiling lining. 
  • Before enrolling in this course you must successfully complete the WHS Induction Training (White Card) which will allow you entry into a construction site. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001A covers this requirement
  • RPL - Must be older than 18 years of age to enrol. A student younger would find it hard to have gained the level of knowledge and skills gained through life, work and study, that is required to meet the criteria of RPL

DELIVERY METHOD

RPL pathway. Gap training is provided if applicable (please refer to the fees section for applicable fees) 

WHAT WILL I LEARN

This qualification provides you with the technical skills to become a wall and ceiling lining contractor, or supervisor covering work in commercial applications.

Completion of the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007) is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001A covers this requirement.

DELIVERY

Although this is an RPL pathway, gap training will be conducted via distance and through workplace training. The learning component of the qualification is customised to suit the individual client needs. Accelerated learning is open to all participants providing that they are able to demonstrate competency in all units required to gain the qualification.

Upon enrolment, the student will be provided with an RPL Evidence Application to complete in their own time, which will enable them to provide evidence of their experience. Once the RPL Evidence Application has been completed and submitted to the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), then an assessor will check your file and contact you to arrange an interview.

Evidence for RPL may include:

  • Proven work experience
  • Life experiences (including voluntary work and leisure pursuits)
  • Previous study e.g. qualifications, industry training, professional development programs or units
  • References from qualified tradespersons

During your interview this will allow the student to explain the evidence provided, and allow the assessor to question the candidate on their knowledge skill and experience. The assessor may also conduct site visits to confirm the candidate’s level of knowledge and skill. If gaps in knowledge, skill or experience are identified, further training can be provided for the candidate to obtain the qualification. The duration of this training is dependent on the individual candidate’s prior and current work experience.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Total number of units = Twenty Nine (29)

  • Twenty Two (22) core units
  • Seven (7) elective units

Core Units of Competency

  • CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads
  • CPCCCA3026 Assemble partitions
  • CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
  • 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
  • CPCCPB3001 Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
  • CPCCPB3002 Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
  • CPCCPB3003 Fix battens
  • CPCCPB3004 Fix wet area sheets
  • CPCCPB3005 Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas
  • CPCCPB3006 Fix fibre cement board
  • CPCCPB3007 Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work
  • CPCCPB3008 Mix plastering compounds
  • CPCCPB3009 Finish plasterboard joints manually
  • CPCCPB3010 Manually sand plaster work
  • CPCCPB3012 Cut and fix paper-faced cornices
  • CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
  • CPCCWC3004 Install suspended ceilings
  • CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Elective Units of Competency

  • CPCCPB3017 Rectify faults in drywall applications
  • CPCCCA3001 Carry out general demolition of minor building structures
  • CPCCCM2006  Apply basic levelling procedure
  • CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
  • CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
  • CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes
  • CPCCSP3005 Install pre-cast decorative mouldings

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS/METHODS

Recognition of Prior Learning assessments are evidence-based. You will be assigned a qualified assessor who will be available to answer questions and support the RPL process. You must be able to provide evidence of your skills and knowledge for an assessor to deem you ‘competent’. Enrolling as an RPL candidate doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be successful in your application for recognition.

Students will be required to complete a series of assessment tasks successfully which may include a written exam, and/or practical demonstration/observation.

COURSE / QUAL RECOGNITION

This qualification provides a nationally recognised trade outcome in Wall and Ceiling Lining, covering work in residential and commercial applications.


The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work.

This qualification is recognised by all state builder regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services.

What are the Pathways

After successful attainment of this qualification many Wall and Ceiling Lining tradesmen go onto upgrading to other trades licenses, and enrolling into qualifications such as:

  • CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building)
  • CPC50210 Diploma of Building & Construction (Building)
  • CPC50308 Diploma of Building & Construction (Management)

Licensing Requirements

This qualification is recognised by State Building Regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services. If you are seeking licensing in Western Australia, you will need to contact WA Building Commission, and check CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) – Western Australian students link.

To work as a Builder or Contractor in Australia you must have a licence or be registered.

A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application. One step in the process of gaining your licence or registration is to complete training which has been approved by the licensing body in your state.

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Fees

RPL – Fee for service price is $2800. This includes gap training for 4 units of competency.  Additional fees apply for further gap training. The price per unit is $285.   

Resources

Gap training requires access to a worksite and tools. Please check the student handbook for the list of resources required for each unit of competency. If you require access to a worksite, you will need to inform National Skills prior to enrolment so we can arrange access to a worksite for you.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS*

 

Easy Skills Payment Plan

The sole purpose of National Skills setting up Easy Skill Payment Plan is to make it easy for students who may need financial assisstance in achieving their goals. We have set it up to be fair and reasonable for both parties. You may choose to pay your plan off earlier, there is no added fees.

Payment Plan terms and conditions
 
All instalments must be paid on or before the due date. Sufficient funds are to be made available in the nominated account to meet the instalment payments before due date. If student fails to meet this obligation they will be liable for any costs or fees that may arise by the banks for both parties.
 
Fee Schedule
 
Fees are based on $1000 + $45 upfront non- refundable. The $1045 fee includes the 1st week instalment and the enrolment fee. The course will need to be paid within 12 months. The weekly tuition fee is $45 weekly until the course is paid in full. Please note that you will not receive your certificate (after you complete) unless the full amount has been paid. Total course fee is $5680.
 

Agreement Conditions

When you as the student signs up for this payment plan by default you are agreeing to all the Easy Skills Payment Plans terms and conditions and are fully aware in the event that you cancel after the orientation period you agree to the fees being non-refundable. In the event this occurs National Skills reserves the right to suspend access to your online  access portal.

Defaulting on Agreement
 
In the event you cancel your course and then decide to resume the course within a 3month period after then the balance of course fees will continue under the payment plan fee schedule.  If in the event you fail to meet the payment obligations, then National Skills will issue a statement of attainment for the units you have paid up to date and the course will be cancelled. You agree to National Skills not been held liable for any losses if occurred by your default.