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CPC31020 - Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Course Overview

Certificate III in Solid Plastering

The CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering develops practical skills in preparing surfaces, applying render and plaster systems, and completing internal and external finishes.

Students gain hands-on training in trade techniques, tool use, workplace safety, and quality finishing across construction settings.

Surface Preparation
Learn preparation, mixing, and finishing systems properly.
Trade Technique
Develop practical plastering and rendering capability.
Workplace Safety
Training aligned with site safety and compliance expectations.
Employment Ready
Prepare for entry into construction finishing roles.
Certificate III in Solid Plastering
Course Details
Course Code
CPC31020
Level
Certificate III
Duration
52 Weeks
Campuses
Melbourne
Delivery
Face-to-Face / Practical
Intakes
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Curriculum

Units of Competency

Study a mix of core and elective units designed to build practical, industry-relevant capability.

Core Units
CPCCOM1012
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1014
Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015
Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCSP3001
Apply solid plastering finishes
CPCCSP3002
Install and finish cement rendering systems
CPCCSP3003
Prepare surfaces for plastering and rendering
Elective Units
CPCCSP3004
Repair plaster finishes
CPCCSP3005
Apply texture coating systems
CPCCCM2005
Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCCM2012
Work safely at heights
CPCCCM3001
Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCCM2002
Carry out hand excavation
Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Suitable for students entering solid plastering or related finishing trades.
Minimum age of 18 years at the time of enrolment unless otherwise approved.
Basic English language and numeracy capability suitable for practical study and site safety.
Completion of any required Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment.
Career Outcomes

Where This Takes You

Solid Plasterer
Renderer
Construction Finishing Worker
Surface Preparation Worker
Residential Trade Assistant
Commercial Finishing Team Member
Construction Apprentice Pathway
General Building Finisher

Train for Practical Site Work

Learn plastering and rendering skills that translate directly into construction site capability.

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