Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

Central Australian College

CRICOS Institution Code 03217C

Duration

52 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face (On Campus)

Intakes

January, April, July and October (monthly intake available for onshore students)

Course Overview

About This Course

The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (CPC31320) provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial construction work. Tilers cut and lay materials such as ceramic, glass, slate, marble and clay onto interior and exterior walls and floors, and may add decorative finishing touches. The course covers core construction-industry skills alongside specialist tiling techniques.

Delivered face to face at Central Australian College's West Footscray campus, training combines classroom tutorials, case study analysis and simulated workplace practice. Students complete 20 units of competency (17 core and 3 elective) covering WHS requirements, levelling, reading plans, handling tiling materials and tools, surface preparation, floor and wall tile installation, mosaic and decorative tiling, curved surfaces, waterproofing, and repair work.

Graduates are prepared for trade roles across residential, commercial and specialist tiling work, with further training pathways into the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building), Certificate IV in Building Project Support, or Diploma of Building and Construction.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

Level 1, 276 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

International Students

Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or higher
IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent), satisfactory completion of the CAC entry test, or completion of an ELICOS program
Minimum age of 18 years at commencement
Completion of a Pre-Training Assessment prior to commencement
A valid Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and immunisation history are required prior to commencing work placement

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Wall and Floor Tiler
Self-Employed Contractor in Wall and Floor Tiling
Waterproofing Specialist
Mosaic Tiling Specialist
Maintenance and Repair Tiler
Industrial and Commercial Tiler

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units20 units

CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Core unit

CPCCCM2006

Apply basic levelling procedures

Core unit

CPCCOM1012

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

Core unit

CPCCOM1013

Plan and organise work

Core unit

CPCCOM1014

Conduct workplace communication

Core unit

CPCCOM1015

Carry out measurements and calculations

Core unit

CPCCOM2001

Read and interpret plans and specifications

Core unit

CPCCWF2001

Handle wall and floor tiling materials

Core unit

CPCCWF2002

Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment

Core unit

CPCCWF3001

Prepare surfaces for tiling application

Core unit

CPCCWF3002

Install floor tiles

Core unit

CPCCWF3003

Install wall tiles

Core unit

CPCCWF3004

Repair wall and floor tiling

Core unit

CPCCWF3005

Install decorative tiling

Core unit

CPCCWF3006

Install mosaic tiling

Core unit

CPCCWF3007

Tile curved surfaces

Core unit

CPCCWF3009

Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling

Core unit

BSBESB301

Investigate business opportunities

Elective unit

BSBESB407

Manage finances for new business ventures

Elective unit

CPCCCM2012

Work safely at heights

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling take to complete?

The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling has a duration of 52 weeks.

What are the tuition and total costs for this course?

The tuition fee for this course is AUD $20,000, with a non-tuition fee of AUD $4,850, bringing the estimated total course cost to AUD $24,850.

What is the CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling?

The CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling is 117497J, and the VET National Code is CPC31320.

Where is this course delivered?

This course is delivered at the Victoria location of Central Australian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, which trades as Central Australian College, based in West Footscray, Victoria.

Is this course eligible for Post-Study Work Rights?

No, this course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Certificate III level qualification, not a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD), which is one of the key criteria required for eligibility.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$55,000 – $65,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$65,000 – $78,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$78,000 – $95,000/yr

Career Paths

Wall and Floor Tiler
Tiler (Residential)
Tiler (Commercial)
Tiling Apprentice
Tiling Subcontractor

Key Skills

Laying and finishing ceramic, glass, slate, marble, and clay tiles on walls and floors
Surface preparation including removing old tiles, filling cracks, and levelling substrates
Applying tile adhesives, grouts, and sealants correctly to industry standards
Using tile-cutting tools including wet saws, dry diamond saws, angle grinders, and manual cutters
Applying waterproofing membranes to internal and external wet areas

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Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

About This Course

Available Locations

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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