Introduction

This qualification will put you on the path to success as a contractor or business owner who specialises in painting and decorating in residential and commercial construction work. The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.

This is a trade qualification for painter and decorator in residential and commercial workplaces. It includes handling and storing painting and decorating materials; using tools and equipment; applying paint by different methods; removing and applying wallpaper.

We provide aim to prepare our students for the workforce. This certification is offered as a mixed-mode course, meaning students will spend time learning in class for theory knowledge and practice skills in the practical area, and also developing real work-site skills during job placement hours.

Birger International College students receive quality support, they get help to find a work-placement and regular opportunities to meet industry professionals.

A painter and decorator is a professional tradesman who applies paint, wallpaper, varnish and other finishes and special coatings to the walls, ceilings and other surfaces of residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures. The work of a painter and decorator has both a practical and a decorative function, since painting surfaces not only protects them from weather damage, erosion, mould and rust, but also makes them look more attractive.

Course Duration

Birger International College will deliver this course is 94 Weeks (Including Breaks).

Course Fee

Tuition Fee: $27,600

Material Fee: $2,000

Application Fee: $250

Total Course Fee: $29,850

Delivery Mode

All training is delivered by face-to-face, Practical training and assessment over a period of 94 weeks.

The delivery of this course is based on the principles of adult learning; participants will be given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and practice their skills by participating in all or some of the following delivery methods: face-to-face, structured, self-paced learning and online research.

Self–study hours must be allocated towards the various tasks such as research work, assignments, projects, reading notes and preparing for assessments.

Pathways

Upon completion of the CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating, graduates may undertake other trade qualifications or progress the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction or other qualifications.

Careers Outcome

Job roles and titles may vary across the industry however, possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

• Painter
• Decorator

Course Structure

For students to acquire the CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating,
students must have successfully completed all units.

All overseas students entering this qualification must have an English Language proficiency level of one of the below:

• IELTS band score of 6.0 (Academic or general version) or equivalent internationally recognised exam result, or
• IELTS band score of 5.0 (Academic or general version) then Satisfactory completion of ELICOS or ESL up to 20 weeks at upper intermediate level or
• Upper Intermediate (General English) or higher certificate from a CRICOS registered English language training provider
• In the 2 years before commencing the course, has completed secondary studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification from an English language speaking country.
• In the 2 years before commencing the course, has completed, in Australia and in the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate III or higher level.