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Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling practical vocational training

CPC31320

Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

Develop practical capability for preparing surfaces and completing wall and floor tiling work safely and accurately.

Nationally Recognised Training

Course overview

About This Course

CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling is a nationally recognised trade qualification for tiling work across residential and commercial construction. It develops practical ability in surface preparation, tile installation, decorative work, repairs and waterproofing for tiling.

The qualification may suit aspiring tilers, apprentices and experienced workers seeking to have their skills recognised. Learners develop the planning, measurement, material-handling and safe-work capability required for accurate finishes.

Key facts

Course At A Glance

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Qualification

CPC31320

National course code

Nationally Recognised

Yes

Recognised across Australia

RTO

1362

McGibbon Institute of Trade and Business

Duration

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Varies by study plan and RPL

Delivery

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Discussed at your enquiry

Fees

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Current fees on enquiry

Practical capability

What You Will Learn

Surface preparation

Floor tile installation

Wall tile installation

Tile cutting & setting

Decorative tiling

Mosaic work

Waterproofing for tiling

Repairs & workplace safety

National packaging rules

Units of Competency

This qualification requires 20 units: 17 core and 3 elective units. The verified core units are listed below.

Unit codeUnit nameType
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling proceduresCore
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industryCore
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise workCore
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communicationCore
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculationsCore
CPCCOM2001Read and interpret plans and specificationsCore
CPCCWF2001Handle wall and floor tiling materialsCore
CPCCWF2002Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipmentCore

Elective units

The 3 elective units for this course are listed below.

Unit codeUnit nameType
CPCCCM2009Carry out basic demolitionElective
CPCCWP3002Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areasElective
CPCCCO2013Carry out concreting to simple formsElective

Career pathways

Where Can This Qualification Take You?

Wall and floor tiler

Residential tiler

Commercial tiler

Tiling repair and renovation worker

Career outcomes depend on individual experience, employer requirements and any applicable occupational licensing or registration rules. Employment is not guaranteed.

Competency-based learning

Training & Assessment

Vocational education and training may include trainer-led learning, practical activities, projects, written assessments and practical demonstrations. Competency is assessed against the requirements of each unit.

Contact McGibbon Institute of Trade and Business for the current training, assessment, delivery and location arrangements for this qualification.

Before you apply

Entry Requirements

General entry requirements

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.
  • Applicants complete an enrolment application and a pre-training review with our team.

Language, literacy and numeracy

  • Applicants must satisfy the course-specific numeracy and literacy requirements for this qualification.
  • This may be assessed through a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment conducted by McGibbon Institute of Trade and Business, or through an equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating sufficient competence.

Course-specific requirements

  • Physical capacity to safely perform the practical tasks involved in construction and trade work.
  • Access to appropriate personal protective equipment for practical activities.
  • Where applicable, additional checks or evidence (such as a portfolio, interview or prior study) may be requested for selected qualifications.

Contact McGibbon Institute of Trade and Business to confirm the current entry requirements for CPC31320 before applying.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Already Have Industry Experience?

Your existing skills, knowledge and industry experience may be recognised through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is assessment-based and an outcome is not guaranteed.

Check your RPL eligibility

Language, Literacy & Numeracy

Applicants may complete a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment, or provide an equivalent qualification or experience that demonstrates sufficient competence.

Outcome & Licensing

Completion does not automatically guarantee employment, licensing or registration. Confirm applicable requirements with the relevant authority.

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