Certificate III in
Painting and Decorating

National Course Code: CPC30620
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Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

National Course Code: CPC31020

This qualification provides a trade outcome in painting and decorating for residential and commercial construction work.

Occupational titles may include:

Painter and Decorator.


Licensing, legislative and regulatory or certification requirements for painting and decorating work differ between States and Territories. Please consult with the relevant regulatory authority.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

National Course Code:      CPC30620

CRICOS Course Code:      116539A

Course Duration:      60 Weeks (including holiday break)

Delivery Location:      Level 9, 190 Queen St, MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000

Delivery Mode:      Face to face (Classroom based)

Study Load:      20 hours per week in the classroom

International Onshore Student Fees

Tuition Fee:    &nbspAUD 10,500

Material Fee:      AUD 1,500

Application Fee:     AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]

International Offshore Student Fees

Tuition Fee:     AUD 15,000

Material Fee:      AUD 1,500

Application Fee:     AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]

(Application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Please refer to the Melbourne College of Business and Technology refund policy and procedure for further details. Fees listed are at rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment)
Code Title SUPERSIDE OR NOT
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding Core
CPCCCM2012* Work safely at heights Core
CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres Core
CPCCCM3005 Calculate costs of construction work Core
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Core
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work Core
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication Core
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations Core
CPCCOM2001* Read and interpret plans and specifications Core
CPCCPB3026* Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems Core
CPCCPD2011* Handle and store painting and decorating materials Core
CPCCPD2012* Use painting and decorating tools and equipment Core
CPCCPD2013* Remove and replace doors and door and window components Core
CPCCPD3021* Prepare existing coated surface for painting Core
CPCCPD3022* Apply paint by brush and roller Core
CPCCPD3023* Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray Core
CPCCPD3024* Apply paint by spray Core
CPCCPD3025* Match specific paint colours Core
CPCCPD3026* Apply stains and clear timber finishes Core
CPCCPD3027* Remove and apply wallpaper Core
CPCCPD3028* Apply decorative paint finishes Core
CPCCPD3030* Apply protective paint coating systems Core
CPCCPD3031* Work safely with lead-painted surfaces in the painting industry Core
CPCCPD3035* Prepare uncoated surfaces for painting Core
CPCCPD3036* Work safely to encapsulate non-friable asbestos in the painting industry Core
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Core
BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities Elective
CPCCPD3029* Remove graffiti and apply anti-graffiti coatings Elective
CPCCPD3034* Apply advanced decorative paint finishes Elective

Education Pathway:

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

• CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building),
• CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), or
• Range of Certificate IV or Diploma level qualifications with the CPC Training Package.

Employment Pathway:

Once students have successfully completed CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating, they can work as a tiler or wall and floor tiler

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)

Melbourne College of Business and Technology (MCBT) will offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) to all prospective students through the enrolment process. MCBT has documented policies and procedures for these processes and students are provided details of how to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process. For further details, please refer to RPL and Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure.

Entry Requirements International Students

There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students, and Melbourne College of Business and Technology requires that students are able to provide evidence that they

• Have demonstrated an IELTS level of at least 6.0 or equivalent or the successful completion of at least General English Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Melbourne College of Business and Technology is able to provide.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
• Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLND test on the orientation day to assist Melbourne College of Business and Technology to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Melbourne College of Business and Technology.
MCBT will review the student’s current competencies, student needs, English level, support requirements and oral communication skills in order to enrol them in the most appropriate course to achieve their intended outcomes.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy, and Digital Test (LLNDD)
All students wanting to study at MCBT are required to undertake LLNDD Test prior to enrolment. Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring internal support and/or external support.
Although a student is expected to have pre-developed LLNDD skills achieved through the prior qualification, still College will assess the student’s LLND skills to ensure that the student possesses sound LLNDD skills to complete the course successfully; therefore, students will be required to undertake LLNDD assessment.
LLNDD test will be conducted using an ACSF mapped online LLNDD assessment tool – LLND Robot. All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy test (LLNDD) according to the following qualification:
Students are required to achieve the expected level of performance level as per the required level. Where a student does not achieve the required LLND scores for the qualification into which they are seeking enrolment, another opportunity and LLND support* will be provided to the student.
*LLND support-If students do not meet the recommended English and/or LLND requirements, students will be referred for additional support, which will be provided by the College with ACSF Support Plan, or students may also be asked to take further Language, literacy, numeracy training, such as ELICOS programs to ensure that students are provided with support and proper guidance.
Note: MCBT does not:
• guarantee any job or employment outcomes.
• guarantee a successful education assessment outcome for the student or intending student.
• claim to commit to secure for, or on the student or intending student’s behalf, a migration outcome from undertaking any course offered by MCBT

Computer literacy requirements
All students enrolling on this course at MCBT must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre Enrolment Form provided along with the Application form.
Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with a basic computer using support. Students can contact MCBT for any further information or assistance.
Materials and Equipment Required
MCBT will provide access to computers with required resources, including access to the internet during classroom hours; however, to work on the assignments and tasks for self-study, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with the Windows 7 operating system or higher.
Students must have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All students are expected to have access to MS office applications such as Microsoft Word and an email platform.
We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how any practical components will be managed. We ensure that:
● Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
● Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
● All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.

Admission to the Institute is based on academic merit.

  • Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions) or
  • Have two years of equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
  • Have successfully students must have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in their home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12.

International students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

  • Have demonstrated an IELTS level of at least 5.5 or equivalent or the successful completion of at least General English Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
  • Have a suitable level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Melbourne College of Business and Technology is able to provide.

Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete the LLN test on the orientation day to assist Melbourne College of Business and Technology in identifying students’ needs for additional support during their study with Melbourne College of Business and Technology.

You do not need to provide evidence of an English test score with your visa application if one of the following applies:

  • you are a citizen and hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ, or the Republic of Ireland
  • you are an applicant who is a Foreign Affairs or, Defence sponsored student or a Secondary Exchange student (AASES)
  • you are enrolled in a principal course of study that is a registered school course, a standalone English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS), a course registered to be delivered in a language other than English, or a registered post-graduate research course
  • you have completed at least 5 years study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland in the 2 years before applying for the student visa, you completed, in Australia and 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 IV or higher level, while you held a student visa.

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    Further Information

    Contact the Administration Manager at admissions@mcbt.vic.edu.au or +61 3 9018 5699 or refer to www.mcbt.vic.edu.au for further information.