Course Overview

Completing your apprenticeship through GippsTAFE gives you access to great teachers and industry relevant training.

You'll learn both theoretical and practical aspects of painting and decorating enabling you to complete your apprenticeship and attain trade accreditation.

This course will develop your skills in painting, wall papering, wood graining, marbling, spray painting and stenciling.

GippsTAFE is recognised by the Institute for Trade Skills Excellence as one of Australia's leading building and construction training providers.

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (Apprenticeship).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

• Painter and Decorator
• Sign Writer
• Visual Merchandiser

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be currently employed as an apprentice or trainee in the Painting and Decorating industry and have a valid contract of training in place.

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Assessment is competency based and includes practical tasks and written assignments.

Opportunities For Further Study

• Certificate IV in Arts (Interior Decoration)
• Diploma in Arts (Interior Decoration and Design)

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

No.

Course Structure

Unit Code	Unit Name
Core
CPCCOHS1001A	Work safely in the construction industry
CPCCCM1002A	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCM1003A	Plan and organise work
CPCCCM1004A	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM1005A	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCM1006A	Work safely at heights
CPCCCM2001A	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2003A	Calculate and cost construction work
CPCCCM3001A	Operate elevated work platforms
CPCCOHS2001A	Apply OH&S requirements, policies and procedures in the Construction Industry
CPCCPB3026A	Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems
CPCCPD2001A	Handle painting and decorating materials
CPCCPD2002A	Use painting and decorating tools and equipment
CPCCPD2003A	Remove and replace doors and door and window components
CPCCPD3001A	Prepare surfaces for painting
CPCCCM2008A	Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCPD3002A	Apply paint by brush and roller
CPCCPD3003A	Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray
CPCCPD3004A	Apply paint by spray
CPCCPD3005A	Match specified paint colour
CPCCPD3006A	Apply stains and clear timber finishes
CPCCPD3007A	Apply wallpaper
CPCCPD3008A	Apply basic decorative paint finishes
CPCCPD3011A	Apply lead paint and asbestos management
Electives
CPCCPD3009A	Remove graffiti and apply protective coatings
CPCCPD3010A	Apply protective paint coating systems
CPCCPD3012A	Apply advanced wallpaper techniques
CPCCPD3014A	Apply advanced decorative paint finishes

Apprenticeship and Traineeship Information

Completing your apprenticeship through GippsTAFE gives you access to great teachers and industry relevant training.