Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Course Overview

This qualification prepares students for trade roles in solid plastering, focusing on internal and external plastering, rendering, surface preparation, and restoration work for residential and commercial construction projects.

Course Description

• Industry-aligned training in plastering skills
• Hands-on experience with structural and decorative techniques
• Covers interior and exterior plastering
• Focus on real-world, practical trade skills

Entry Requirements

• No formal academic entry requirements
• Must meet physical requirements for construction work
• Construction induction training (White Card) required before site work

Delivery Modes

This course is delivered through a combination of face-to-face training and practical learning in either a real workplace or a simulated environment. The training approach ensures students gain hands-on experience aligned with industry standards and job site expectations.

Course Completion

To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in all 20 units of competency, including 15 core units and 5 elective units. Successful completion results in a nationally recognised trade qualification within the construction industry.

Assessment

Assessment is competency-based and includes practical demonstrations, workplace tasks, and knowledge-based activities. Students must demonstrate their ability to perform plastering tasks to industry standards in real or simulated environments.

Course Structure

• Total of 20 Units of Competency
• 15 Core Units (mandatory)
• 5 Elective Units
• 2 electives from approved list
• Some units may have prerequisites

English Competency Requirement

• Basic English reading and communication skills required
• Ability to understand safety instructions and workplace communication
• Additional English requirements may be set by provider

Pathway and Further Studies

• Certificate IV in Building and Construction
• Diploma of Building and Construction
• Advanced trade and contractor pathways
• Solid Plasterer
• Renderer
• Plastering Apprentice

Employement Pathway

Core Courses

• CPCCCM2006 - Apply basic levelling procedures
• CPCCCM2008* - Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
• CPCCOM1012 - Work effectively in the construction industry
• CPCCOM1013 -Plan and organise work
• CPCCOM1014 - Conduct workplace communication
• CPCCOM1015 - Carry out measurements and calculations
• CPCCOM2001* - Read and interpret plans and specifications
• CPCCSP2001* - Handle solid plastering materials
• CPCCSP2002* - Use plastering tools and equipment
• CPCCSP2003* - Prepare surfaces for plastering
• CPCCSP3001* - Apply float and render to surfaces
• CPCCSP3002* - Apply set coats
• CPCCSP3003* - Apply trowelled texture coat finishes
• CPCCSP3004* - Restore and renovate plasterwork
• CPCCWHS2001 - Apply WHS requirements in construction

Electives

Educore Institute has determined that the units below will be offered in the delivery of this program. The selection of units has been based on meeting local industry needs and confirmation of the availability of Educore Institute resources, equipment and teaching staff, with the relevant vocational competence.

• CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
• CPCCPB3015* - Install acoustic and thermal environmental protection systems
• CPCCCO2013* - Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCCM2012* - Work safely at heights
• CPCCPB3026* - Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems