CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
Build a career that shapes every space
This apprenticeship course will give you the knowledge and skills to finish floors, walls and ceilings, construct decorative mouldings, textured finishes, and ornamental restorations.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Balga
When Semester 1, 2027 | Semester 2, 2026
How Apprenticeship
Do you want a career in a trade that has everything covered?
The Certificate III in Solid Plastering provides the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified tradesperson working across the residential and commercial construction industries. Through this qualification, apprentices develop expertise in applying a wide range of plastering systems and finishes while meeting industry standards for quality, safety, and workmanship.
As a qualified solid plasterer, you will play a vital role in creating the finished surfaces that define the quality, appearance, and durability of a building. Solid plasterers apply finishes to walls, ceilings, floors (including microcement finishes), and architectural features across projects ranging from modern residential developments to heritage restorations. As construction methods and materials continue to evolve, plasterers are increasingly working with modern systems such as Exsulite cladding and decorative finishes including microcement and Venetian plaster.
Their work is essential to the success of carpenters, cabinet makers, tilers, painters, plumbers, and ceiling fixers, providing straight, level, flat, and square surfaces that enable accurate and efficient installation. As one of the most visible elements of a completed building, quality plastering requires careful preparation and expertise in material selection and application, making a significant contribution to a building's functionality, appearance, and long-term performance.
The Certificate III in Solid Plastering is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
Learn how to:
- Finish walls and ceilings with gypsum and Portland cement-based plasters
- Apply rendered, textured, and decorative finishes
- Construct decorative mouldings and features
- Restore ornamental and heritage plasterwork
- Read and interpret plans
- Apply workplace health and safety requirements
- Apply micro cement and Exsulite cladding systems
You may enjoy solid plastering if you:
- Like working with your hands
- Enjoy practical, physical work
- Good hand-eye coordination, precise and careful
- Comfortable working at heights
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
- Enjoy seeing a project take shape
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Like to gain satisfaction from creating a finished product.
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Important information
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Semester 1, 2027
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.50 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials | $0.00 | $0.00 | $50.00 |
| CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $47.00 |
| CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering | $0.00 | $0.00 | $47.00 |
| CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | $0.00 | $0.00 | $70.00 |
| CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats | $0.00 | $0.00 | $75.00 |
| CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
| CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | $0.00 | $0.00 | $75.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $36.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $90.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Short courses are non-accredited and differ from the information above regarding accredited qualifications. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Please review the applicable fees, terms and conditions before enrolling.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.50 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications | $0.00 | $0.00 | $10.50 |
| CPCCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials | $0.00 | $0.00 | $50.00 |
| CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $47.00 |
| CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering | $0.00 | $0.00 | $47.00 |
| CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | $0.00 | $0.00 | $70.00 |
| CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats | $0.00 | $0.00 | $75.00 |
| CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
| CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | $0.00 | $0.00 | $75.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $21.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $36.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $90.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $60.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Short courses are non-accredited and differ from the information above regarding accredited qualifications. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Please review the applicable fees, terms and conditions before enrolling.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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