Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
CPC31320 | CRICOS COURSE CODE 120178J
Certificate III
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial construction work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, wall and floor tiling. Tilers work with materials like ceramic, glass, slate, marble and clay. They cut these materials and lay tiles on walls and floors, both interior and exterior. They may also add decorative touches to their basic work.
📌 Core Knowledge & Skills
Core Knowledge
- Surface preparation, substrate repair, waterproofing systems, and installation methods for wall and floor tiling in residential and commercial settings.
- Safe work practices, materials handling, and compliance requirements for tiling work in construction environments.
- Tools, equipment, adhesives, measurements, plans, and work organisation used to complete wall and floor tiling projects accurately.
- Specialist tiling concepts including decorative tiling, mosaic tiling, curved surfaces, repairs, finishing, and grouting techniques.
Core Skills
- Prepare and repair surfaces for tiling applications, including setting out work areas and applying waterproofing in wet areas ready for installation.
- Install wall and floor tiles using industry methods, including cutting, laying, aligning, and grouting tiles to different substrates and finishes.
- Use wall and floor tiling tools, equipment, materials, measurements, and plans to complete tiling work accurately and efficiently.
- Carry out specialised tiling tasks such as repairs, decorative finishes, mosaics, and curved surface tiling while organising work and maintaining site safety.
Career Opportunities
Wall and Floor Tiler
Residential and Commercial Tiler
Tiling Installer for Renovation Projects
Surface Preparation Specialist
To view outcomes about employment prospects for this qualification see
https://training.gov.au/training/details/CPC31320/qualdetails
To whom is this course recommended?
International students who are interested in developing their knowledge and skills
Study Pathway
This qualification is primarily designed as a trade pathway into employment in the wall and floor tiling industry. It may also support further study in higher-level vocational qualifications, such as Certificate IV, Diploma, or building and construction pathways, depending on the training provider and admission requirements.
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 enrolment.
- 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.
