Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
CPC30620 | CRICOS COURSE CODE 120177K
Certificate III
This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.
📌 Core Knowledge & Skills
Core Knowledge
- Surface preparation, coating systems, and finishing methods for painting and decorating work
- Safe work practices, materials handling, and compliance requirements in construction environments
- Tools, equipment, measurements, plans, and work organisation used in painting projects
- Decorative finishes, colour matching, wallpaper application, and protective coating concepts
Core Skills
- Prepare coated and uncoated surfaces for painting and decorating applications
- Apply paints, texture coatings, stains, wallpapers, and decorative finishes using industry methods
- Use painting and decorating tools, equipment, measurements, and plans to complete work accurately
- Work safely at heights and on construction sites while organising tasks and communicating effectively
Career Opportunities
Painter and Decorator
Decorative Finishes or Wall Coverings Applicator
Protective Coatings / Specialist Coatings Applicator
To view outcomes about employment prospects for this qualification see
To whom is this course recommended?
International students who are interested in developing their knowledge and skills
Study Pathway
After achieving this qualification candidates may choose to undertake studies at higher education level.
Entry Requirement
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Abbey College Australia requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level. Or Pass an Abbey College Australia entry test designed to assess the level of English Proficiency.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Abbey College Australia is able to provide. Participate in Digital literacy test to determine the level of skills and competencies.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Access to a computer and Internet.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN and Digital skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Please Note: It is highly recommended that student must have successfully completed ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’, prior commencing this course as this unit of competency is a pre-requisite to most of the units contained within the qualification.
Qualification units
Tuition Fee
To obtain information about tuition fees, please access the Course Guide. Additionally, feel free to reach out to us directly or connect with one of our authorized educational agents for assistance.
