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58 weeks
Face-to-face (tutorials + industry-based training)
20 hours per week
Monthly - first Monday of every month
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
11-17 Jeffcott St, WEST MELBOURNE, VIC 3003
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core unit
Work safely at heights
Core unit
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
Core unit
Calculate costs of construction work
Core unit
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
Core unit
Plan and organise work
Core unit
Conduct workplace communication
Core unit
Carry out measurements and calculations
Core unit
Read and interpret plans and specifications
Core unit
Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems
Core unit
Handle and store painting and decorating materials
Core unit
Use painting and decorating tools and equipment
Core unit
Remove and replace doors and door/window components
Core unit
Prepare existing coated surface for painting
Core unit
Apply paint by brush and roller
Core unit
Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray
Core unit
Apply paint by spray
Core unit
Match specific paint colours
Core unit
Apply stains and clear timber finishes
Core unit
Remove and apply wallpaper
Core unit
Apply decorative paint finishes
Core unit
Apply protective paint coating systems
Core unit
Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry
Core unit
Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting
Core unit
Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry
Core unit
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core unit
Apply advanced decorative paint finishes
Elective unit
Investigate business opportunities
Elective unit
Organise finances for new business venture
Elective unit
Common Questions
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is a nationally recognised vocational qualification that provides students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to work as a painter and decorator in the construction and trade industries.
This course is delivered by Thinkgate Learning Pty Ltd, a registered training organisation in Australia.
Graduates of the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating are equipped to pursue careers as professional painters and decorators in the construction industry, working on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Application
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!
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