Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Develop practical painting and decorating skills for residential and commercial construction environments.
Explore a practical trade pathway covering painting, surface preparation, decorating techniques and construction work practices.
Turn practical skills into a construction career pathway.
Painting and decorating combines practical construction work with precision, preparation and attention to finish.
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating provides a pathway for people interested in developing professional painting and decorating skills within the construction industry.
The course pathway can involve working with different surfaces, preparing areas for painting, applying coatings and finishes, and following construction-site safety and work requirements.
It can suit people looking for a practical career where attention to detail and hands-on skills are important.
Why consider painting and decorating?
- Develop practical painting skills
- Build knowledge of surface preparation
- Develop decorating and finishing skills
- Work toward a recognised trade qualification
- Explore residential construction pathways
- Explore commercial renovation opportunities
- Develop skills relevant to construction companies
CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
The current Shepherds course database identifies this as a Victorian self-funded course.
Qualification
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Qualification Code
CPC30620
Location
Victoria
Course Type
Certificate III
Duration
54 weeks
Funding Model
Self-Funded
Build practical painting and decorating skills.
The exact units and assessment requirements are confirmed by the relevant training provider.
Surface Preparation
Develop knowledge and practical skills for preparing surfaces before painting and decorating work.
Painting Techniques
Develop practical skills associated with applying paint and coatings to different surfaces.
Wall & Ceiling Finishes
Explore painting and finishing work across walls, ceilings and other construction surfaces.
Doors & Windows
Develop practical knowledge relevant to painting doors, windows and associated surfaces.
Decorative Finishes
Develop awareness of decorative finishes and techniques used within painting and decorating work.
Construction Materials
Build familiarity with materials used in painting, decorating and surface finishing work.
Tools & Equipment
Develop knowledge of tools and equipment used for practical painting and decorating activities.
Safe Work Practices
Develop awareness of construction-site safety requirements and safe working practices.
Learn through practical trade skills.
Painting and decorating requires patience, accuracy, preparation and attention to detail.
Prepare for real construction environments
Painting and decorating work can involve preparing surfaces, handling materials, using tools and equipment, working at different heights and maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Practical training and assessment arrangements depend on the relevant training provider. Your provider will confirm the exact attendance, equipment and assessment requirements.
If you're new to the construction industry, an advisor can help you understand what the course involves before you enrol.
Where can painting and decorating training take you?
Career outcomes depend on your qualification, practical experience, employment opportunities and applicable licensing or regulatory requirements.
Painter & Decorator
Explore employment opportunities involving painting and decorating work.
Residential Projects
Develop skills relevant to residential construction, renovation and refurbishment projects.
Commercial Projects
Explore painting and finishing work within commercial construction and renovation environments.
Renovation Work
Apply painting and decorating skills to renovation and refurbishment projects.
Construction Companies
Seek opportunities with construction companies, painting businesses and renovation contractors.
Future Progression
With appropriate experience, explore future supervisory or self-employment pathways subject to applicable requirements.
A practical pathway for people who enjoy hands-on work.
Painting and decorating can suit people who enjoy practical work and take pride in accuracy and finished results.
This pathway may suit people who:
- Want to enter the construction industry
- Enjoy practical hands-on work
- Have good attention to detail
- Enjoy working with colours and finishes
- Want to develop painting skills
- Want to work toward a trade qualification
- Are comfortable working on different surfaces
- Are prepared to follow workplace safety requirements
Before you enrol
Consider the physical and practical nature of painting and decorating work.
You should understand the course duration, fees, attendance arrangements, practical training and assessment requirements before making an enrolment decision.
Entry requirements and suitability depend on the relevant training provider and your individual circumstances.
Know the cost before you enrol.
The current course database provides the following pricing information for CPC30620.
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
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Government Funding May Be Available
Government-subsidised training may be available to eligible students depending on the course, state, training provider and individual circumstances.
The CPC30620 course listed on this page is currently identified in our course database as a Victorian self-funded course. Government funding should therefore not be assumed for this particular offering.
Who Provides the Training?
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Training is delivered and the qualification is issued by the relevant registered training organisation (RTO).
CPC30620 Painting & Decorating FAQs
Common questions about the course and current self-funded option.
What is CPC30620?
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Where is this course available?
How much does the course cost?
Is the $9,990 price still available?
Is this course government funded?
What will I learn?
Is painting and decorating physically demanding?
Can this course lead to painting work?
Can I work in residential construction?
Can I work in commercial construction?
Do I need previous painting experience?
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How do I find out if this course is right for me?
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