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52 weeks
Classroom Blended — face-to-face classroom sessions, self-guided learning (SGL), theory assessments at home, and practical training in a simulated workplace
Minimum 20 scheduled contact hours per week; average 3–4 hours per week of self-guided learning and assessments outside scheduled hours
Monthly intakes
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Level 11, 474 Flinders Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000
Eligibility
All students:
Workshop & PPE requirements:
Physical abilities requirements:
Work placement: Simulated workshop environment at GST campus.
International students — English language requirements:
Career & Study Pathways
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing or regulatory requirements — consult the relevant authorities before commencing work. Employment outcomes depend on individual skills and industry demand. GST does not guarantee employment.
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Apply basic levelling procedures
Core unit
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
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 — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Handle solid plastering materials
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Use solid plastering tools and equipment
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Prepare surfaces for plastering
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Apply float and render to straight and curved surfaces
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Apply set coats
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Apply trowelled texture coat finishes
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Restore and renovate solid plasterwork
Core unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Core unit
Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Manage finances for new business ventures
Elective unit
Carry out concreting to simple forms
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Work safely at heights
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Carry out setting out
Elective unit — has prerequisite requirements (all prerequisites are included within this qualification)
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$25,000, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$22,000 and a non-tuition fee of AU$3,000.
The course has a duration of 52 weeks.
The course is delivered at the provider's CBD site located at Level 11, 474 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, a location owned and operated by the provider.
The CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Solid Plastering is 120414B, and the VET National Code is CPC31020.
Yes, the course is delivered in English and does not include a foundation studies component.
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Step 03
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