CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
A trade that has everything covered
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 low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus Balga
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How Apprenticeship
Do you want a career in a trade that has everything covered?
When you complete the Certificate III in Solid Plastering you will be ready for a certified trade career as a solid plasterer in the commercial or residential construction industry.
The Certificate III in Solid Plastering is an apprenticeship; please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
- Finish walls and ceilings in gypsum and Portland cement plasters
- Construct decorative mouldings, textured finishes, and ornamental restorations
- Interpret plans
- Apply WHS requirements
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy practical work
- Good hand-eye coordination, precise and careful
- Comfortable working at heights
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | $25.92 | $7.68 | $15.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications | $51.84 | $15.36 | $10.00 |
| CPCCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials | $38.88 | $11.52 | $50.00 |
| CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment | $103.68 | $30.72 | $45.00 |
| CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering | $38.88 | $11.52 | $45.00 |
| CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | $194.40 | $57.60 | $70.00 |
| CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats | $129.60 | $38.40 | $75.00 |
| CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | $129.60 | $38.40 | $85.00 |
| CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | $194.40 | $57.60 | $75.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $51.84 | $15.36 | $20.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $20.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $35.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $90.00 |
|
|
$25.92 | $7.68 | $100.00 |
|
|
$51.84 | $15.36 | $60.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCCM2008 Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | $25.92 | $7.68 | $15.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations | $25.92 | $7.68 | $10.00 |
| CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications | $51.84 | $15.36 | $10.00 |
| CPCCSP2001 Handle solid plastering materials | $38.88 | $11.52 | $50.00 |
| CPCCSP2002 Use solid plastering tools and equipment | $103.68 | $30.72 | $45.00 |
| CPCCSP2003 Prepare surfaces for plastering | $38.88 | $11.52 | $45.00 |
| CPCCSP3001 Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces | $194.40 | $57.60 | $70.00 |
| CPCCSP3002 Apply set coats | $129.60 | $38.40 | $75.00 |
| CPCCSP3003 Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | $129.60 | $38.40 | $85.00 |
| CPCCSP3004 Restore and renovate solid plasterwork | $194.40 | $57.60 | $75.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $51.84 | $15.36 | $20.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $20.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $35.00 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $90.00 |
|
|
$25.92 | $7.68 | $100.00 |
|
|
$51.84 | $15.36 | $60.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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