Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

Course Code CPC31220

Apprenticeship

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 3 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining provides apprentices with comprehensive training for the wall and ceiling lining industry, incorporating a range of practical and theoretical aspects of the trade in both domestic and commercial settings. You will develop skills in such things as fixing wall and ceiling sheets, installing ornamental cornices and installing suspended ceilings.

Career Opportunities

  • plasterer
  • wall and ceiling liner
  • drywaller

Pathway to further studies

  • CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
  • CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.<p>As this is an apprenticeship delivery, all students must have an employer and a valid Apprenticeship Contract in place prior to commencement.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Unit code Unit name
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
CPCCPB3001 Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets
CPCCPB3002 Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets
CPCCPB3008 Mix plastering compounds
CPCCPB3009 Finish plasterboard joints manually
CPCCPB3010 Manually sand plaster work
CPCCPB3012 Cut and fix paper-faced cornices
CPCCPB3004 Fix wet area sheets
CPCCPB3006 Fix fibre cement board
CPCCPB3005 Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas
CPCCPB3007 Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work
CPCCWC3004 Install suspended ceilings
CPCCCA3014 Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3026 Assemble partitions
CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
CPCCPB3003 Fix battens
Unit code Unit name
CPCCPB3027 Install ceiling insulation products
CPCCPB3014 Install bulk insulation and pliable membrane products
CPCCPB3022 Use mechanical jointing equipment to finish joints
CPCCPB3018 Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work
CPCCWC3002 Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate
CPCCWC3001 Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to curved wall and ceiling substrates
CPCCPB3020 Match, mitre and install cast ornamental cornices

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apprenticeship

A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment.<br>A representative from the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice.<br><a href="https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/">Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au </a> for more information.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

After completing your apprenticeship, you will receive the nationally endorsed CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $3,521
Concession $705
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when undertaking practical activities. The personal protective equipment and course materials students will be required to supply are: <br>Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) <br>Work pants and shirt <br>Safety gloves (when handling building materials) <br>Dust respirator to P2/P3 standard when required <br>Fold-out ruler Notebook, HB Pencil, blue or black pen, eraser <br>BYO Device-Laptop $400 <br>The total cost of these items is between $650 - $750 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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