Certificate III in Solid Plastering
Course Overview
The Certificate III in Solid Plastering (CPC31020) is a practical qualification designed for students who want to develop professional skills in plastering and surface finishing within the construction industry. This course focuses on applying plaster to walls, ceilings, and other surfaces to create smooth, durable, and decorative finishes used in residential and commercial buildings.
Course Code: CPC31020
CRICOS Code: 119707K
Duration: 52 Weeks
What You Will Learn
Surface Preparation
Students learn how to prepare walls and ceilings by cleaning, leveling, and applying base coats before plastering.
Plaster Application Techniques
You will learn different plastering methods used to apply smooth and decorative finishes on building surfaces.
Plaster Materials & Mixing
Students develop skills in preparing and mixing plaster materials to achieve the correct consistency and strength.
Decorative Finishes
Learn how to apply textured and decorative plaster finishes used in modern building designs.
Reading Work Specifications
Students learn how to interpret construction plans and job instructions used in plastering projects.
Workplace Safety
The course teaches safe work practices, including handling materials, using tools properly, and maintaining safety standards on construction sites.
Career Opportunities
After completing this qualification, graduates may work as:
Solid Plasterer
Construction Plasterer
Surface Finishing Tradesperson
Construction Worker
Building Maintenance Technician
Plastering Technician
This course also provides a pathway to higher-level qualifications in building and construction trades.
Course Structure
Training includes practical workshop sessions, plastering demonstrations, simulated construction projects, and hands-on tasks. Assessments focus on real plastering activities such as:
Preparing walls and surfaces for plastering
Mixing and applying plaster materials
Creating smooth and decorative finishes
Reading work instructions and construction plans
Following workplace safety procedures
The program emphasises practical plastering skills used in real construction environments.
Course Details (Onshore Students)
Tuition Fee (Onshore): AUD $10,000
Enrolment Fee: AUD $250
Material Fee: AUD $1,750
Course Details (Offshore Students)
Tuition Fee (Offshore): AUD $14,000
Enrolment Fee: AUD $500
Material Fee: AUD $1,750