Certificate III in
Painting and Decorating
CPC30620

International Students

CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

CRICOS Course Code: 120602J

DESCRIPTION

CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is a nationally recognised trade qualification designed for learners seeking a career in the building and construction industry as a painter and decorator. The qualification provides students with the practical skills, technical knowledge and industry understanding required to work in residential, commercial and industrial construction environments.

The course equips students with the skills to undertake a wide range of painting and decorating tasks including surface preparation, applying paints and protective coatings, matching paint colours, applying decorative finishes, wallpapering, texture coating, spray painting, timber staining and finishing, and the safe handling and storage of painting materials and equipment. Students will also learn to prepare coated and uncoated surfaces, remove and replace doors and window components, apply advanced decorative paint finishes and work safely with lead-painted surfaces and non-friable asbestos encapsulation in accordance with workplace and safety standards.

The qualification also develops learners’ skills in workplace health and safety, planning and organising work, workplace communication, construction calculations, interpreting plans and specifications, sustainable work practices and working safely at heights. Students gain experience using industry-standard painting and decorating tools, equipment and materials within a simulated workshop environment designed to reflect real workplace conditions and expectations.

Training is delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning and practical hands-on workshop activities to ensure students develop both theoretical knowledge and job-ready practical skills. The course has been structured to support learners with little or no prior experience in painting and decorating and enables students to progressively build foundational and advanced trade competencies.

Students will complete practical activities and assessments aligned to current industry standards and workplace practices while developing problem-solving, teamwork, communication and project organisation skills relevant to the construction and decorating industry.

This qualification is suitable for individuals who wish to gain employment outcomes such as:

• Painter
• Decorator
• Painting Tradesperson

The course also provides pathways into higher-level qualifications within the building and construction industry, including Certificate IV and Diploma level qualifications in Building and Construction and related trade pathways.

Successful completion of this qualification may assist learners in meeting industry expectations and licensing or regulatory requirements applicable in different Australian states and territories.

ACCREDITATION

This qualification is nationally recognised under the:

• CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
• Qualification Code: CPC30620
• Qualification Title: Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
• AQF Level 3

Yarra College Australia (RTO Code: 45992 | CRICOS Code: 04115A) is authorised to deliver this qualification subject to regulatory approval.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

YCA Admission Requirements

Students seeking enrolment at Yarra College Australia must satisfy all academic, English language, LLND and pre-enrolment review requirements prior to commencement.

Age Requirements

Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.

Academic Requirements

• Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent qualification.
• For international students, successful completion of studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required.

English Language Requirements

Students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

• IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or equivalent, OR
• Successful completion of at least two (2) years of study at AQF Level 4 or higher completed in Australia.

Pre-training Review

All learners are required to undertake a pre-training review prior to enrolment. The review identifies:

• Suitability for the course
• Previous education and experience
• Support needs
• Credit transfer or RPL opportunities
• Career goals and training needs

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLND) Assessment

All students must complete an LLND assessment prior to enrolment. Yarra College Australia uses the LLN Robot platform to assess learners’ language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills and determine appropriate learner support requirements.

LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements for painting and decorating work vary between Australian states and territories. Relevant state and territory authorities should be consulted to confirm current requirements.

Completion of the general construction induction training program specified in the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: Construction Work is mandatory for individuals carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry satisfies this requirement.