Course Overview

About This Course

Step into a vibrant and colourful world of painting and decoration with the Accord College CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating.

This nationally recognised course equips you with the knowledge to meet market standards and stand out in the construction industry - particularly in painting and decorating. With this course, you will learn the nuances of painting and decoration for both residential and commercial properties, building foundational skills needed to work in the construction sector.

The construction industry rewards practical, industry-relevant skills, which are truly achieved through hands-on training and assessment. All core units of this qualification are delivered in a hands-on context - in real life or a closely designed environment.

For our international students, before entering a construction site, it is required to complete the General Induction Training Programme as outlined by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007). We ensure all students complete this programme to work in the local market.

Skills You Will Learn

Key Skills & Competencies

Prepare and apply paint to interior and exterior surfaces

Apply decorative finishes including texture coatings and wallpaper

Identify and use appropriate tools, materials and equipment

Follow workplace health and safety (WHS) regulations on site

Estimate materials and quote painting jobs

Work professionally on residential and commercial projects

Career Outcomes

Employment Opportunities

Painting & Decorating Tradesperson

Site Painter

Commercial Painter

Residential Painter & Decorator

Decorative Finishes Specialist

Self-Employed Painting Contractor

Licensing

Licensing / Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Entry Requirements

Pre-requisite

Pre-requisite Nil - open entry, no prior qualifications required.

Further Education Pathways

Where This Takes You

Once you complete the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating, you can enrol in CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) and then progress to the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) for further career growth.

Please Note: CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is not offered by Accord College.

29 Total Units 26 Core Units 3 Elective Units

CoreCPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

CoreCPCCCM2012Work safely at heights

CoreCPCCCM3001Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

CoreCPCCCM3005Calculate costs of construction work

CoreCPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

CoreCPCCOM1013Plan and organise work

CoreCPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication

CoreCPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations

CoreCPCCOM2001Read and interpret plans and specifications

CoreCPCCPB3026Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems

CoreCPCCPD2011Handle and store painting and decorating materials

CoreCPCCPD2012Use painting and decorating tools and equipment

CoreCPCCPD2013Remove and replace doors and door and window components

CoreCPCCPD3021Prepare existing coated surface for painting

CoreCPCCPD3022Apply paint by brush and roller

CoreCPCCPD3023Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray

CoreCPCCPD3024Apply paint by spray

CoreCPCCPD3025Match specific paint colours

CoreCPCCPD3026Apply stains and clear timber finishes

CoreCPCCPD3027Remove and apply wallpaper

CoreCPCCPD3028Apply decorative paint finishes

CoreCPCCPD3030Apply protective paint coating systems

CoreCPCCPD3031Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry

CoreCPCCPD3035Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting

CoreCPCCPD3036Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry

CoreCPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

ElectiveBSBESB301Investigate business opportunities

ElectiveBSBESB303Organise finances for new business ventures

ElectiveCPCCPD3029*Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings

Course Fees

Tuition & Fee Information

Contact Us for Fee Details

For detailed fee information, including tuition, material costs and payment plans, please get in touch with our team directly.

(03) 8676 1899 • info@accord.edu.au

CPC30620 Certificate III inPainting and Decorating