Overview
This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.
Occupational titles may include:
- Painter and Decorator.
Licensing, legislative and regulatory or certification requirements for painting and decorating work differ between States and Territories. Please consult with the relevant regulatory authority.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Course Entry Requirements
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Edinburgh Institute requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Successfully meets the requirements and satisfies the criteria of Genuine Student Test.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Edinburgh Institute is able to provide.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.
- Please Note: It is highly recommended that student must have successfully completed ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’, prior commencing this course as this unit of competency is a pre-requisite to most of the units contained within the qualification.
- All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Edinburgh Institute to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Edinburgh Institute.
Students must complete their practicals in the Edinburgh Institute’s CPC facilities (nominated warehouse) or as advised otherwise.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:
- Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
- Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
- All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.
Pathways
Once students have successfully completed CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating, they can apply for various roles across painting and decorating trades. The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
- Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.
Course Structure
A total of 29 Units (26 Core and 3 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 29 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | Core |
CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | Core |
CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | Core |
CPCCCM3005 | Calculate costs of construction work | Core |
CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | Core |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | Core |
CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | Core |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | Core |
CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
CPCCPB3026* | Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems | Core |
CPCCPD2011* | Handle and store painting and decorating materials | Core |
CPCCPD2012* | Use painting and decorating tools and equipment | Core |
CPCCPD2013* | Remove and replace doors and door and window components | Core |
CPCCPD3021* | Prepare existing coated surface for painting | Core |
CPCCPD3022* | Apply paint by brush and roller | Core |
CPCCPD3023* | Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray | Core |
CPCCPD3024* | Apply paint by spray | Core |
CPCCPD3025* | Match specific paint colours | Core |
CPCCPD3026* | Apply stains and clear timber finishes | Core |
CPCCPD3027* | Remove and apply wallpaper | Core |
CPCCPD3028* | Apply decorative paint finishes | Core |
CPCCPD3030* | Apply protective paint coating systems | Core |
CPCCPD3031* | Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry | Core |
CPCCPD3035* | Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting | Core |
CPCCPD3036* | Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry | Core |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Core |
BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | Elective |
CPCCPD3029* | Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings | Elective |
CPCCPD3034* | Apply advanced decorative paint finishes | Elective |
An asterisk (*) against a unit code indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit/s must be assessed and successfully completed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Pre-Requisite Unit – CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry.
Orientation
New student Orientation will be done face-to-face. New students will receive an e-mail and call from the Admissions department on the Friday, prior to their date of commencement with all necessary further information and instructions. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact +61 (0) 452 670 158 or admin@edinburgh.edu.au. Please email or call the student administration should you require any additional support.
Classes
During Covid-19, Edinburgh Institute will transition to an online learning environment, this means there will be no face to classes running, unless required to be in simulated environment specifically in class; or covid-19 restrictions are eased and/or state government allow to return to full onsite learning. If any student require assistance with their online learning environment, student will notify their trainer and assessor where trainer/assessor will provide them with further guidance.
Assessment
Assessment tasks will vary for each unit of competency, but some of these may be moved online. Some assessment tasks may also be delayed or deferred to a later date pending the situation with COVID-19. The trainers are required to communicate with students for unit specific information. The best way to do this is through Zoom or through email.
Support
All staff at Edinburgh Institute will continue to work and will continue to provide the students with the support any individual may need. The student will be remained connected with each trainer/assessor through regular class participation to assist them continuing their studies. Edinburgh Institute will also provide online academic and language support and student support staff are always here to help.
Assessment Methodology
Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Facilities and Resources
Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms, and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study.
You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Recommended textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish. You may also purchase these textbooks if you require.
The recommended textbook for this course is:
Painting and Decorating, 6th Edition, Derek Butterfield, Alf Fulcher, Brian Rhodes, Bill Stewart, Derick Tickle 2011
Painting and Decorating, 1st Edition, Skills2Learn 2011
The City & Guilds Textbook: Painting and Decorating for Level 1 and Level 2, 1st Edition, Barrie Yarde, Steve Olsen 2020
Further Information
For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook on for all related policies and procedures (policies and procedures also available on www.edinburgh.edu.au) and other important information related to international students including Covid-19, living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.
Please contact the Administration Manager at admin@edinburgh.edu.au or at +61 (0) 452 670 158 for further information.
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