CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

Pathways into the qualification

Pathways from the qualification: Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into, but are not limited to, CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Employment pathways may include:

Tiler
Wall and Floor Tiler

*Completion of the qualification does not guarantee immediate employment.

Duration

Full time over 52 weeks.

The 52-week duration includes 4 weeks of holiday breaks.

Classroom sessions are scheduled for 20 hours per week.

Students are expected to complete guided learning activities and assessments during training weeks.

Mode of study: Face to Face.

Delivery includes classroom sessions, guided learning, theory assessments completed at home, and simulated training in a practical workshop environment.

Delivery locations:

Level 6, 440 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (classroom)
5/133 Elgar Road, Derrimut VIC 3026 (simulation workshop)

Assessment methods may include:

Written Assessment
Project / Practical Demonstration
Skill Test

Course Fees

Total tuition fees:	$15,600
Total non-tuition fees:	$3,300
Total course cost:	$18,900

Units of Competency

Core Units

CPCCWHS2001 ：Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM2001 ：Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCCM2006 ：Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCOM1012 ：Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013 ：Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014 ：Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 ：Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCWF2001 ：Handle wall and floor tiling materials
CPCCWF2002 ：Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
CPCCWF3001 ：Prepare surfaces for tiling application
CPCCWF3002 ：Install floor tiles
CPCCWF3003 ：Install wall tiles
CPCCWF3004 ：Repair wall and floor tiling
CPCCWF3005 ：Install decorative tiling
CPCCWF3006 ：Install mosaic tiling
CPCCWF3007 ：Tile curved surfaces
CPCCWF3009 ：Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling

Elective Units

BSBESB301 ：Investigate business opportunities
BSBESB407 ：Manage finances for new business ventures
CPCWHS1001 ：Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Note: Units with prerequisite requirements in the training plan must be completed in the required order in line with the qualification packaging rules.

Admission Requirements

(According to the RTO)

CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling allows direct entry at the time of publication on training.gov.au. Noble College of Education requires applicants to meet the following admission requirements to support successful completion of the qualification.

Minimum age of 18 years or above.
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 or higher.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS (General or Academic) overall	PTE Academic	TOEFL IBT	CAE Scale
6.0	47–54	60–78	169–175

Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable for offshore applicants.

Applicants may also meet the English language requirement through one of the following alternatives:

Evidence of study in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States.
Evidence that, within two years of the application date, the applicant successfully completed in Australia a foundation course, a senior secondary certificate of education, or substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) of a Certificate IV or higher Australian Qualifications Framework qualification on a student visa.
Applicants from student visa assessment level 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital literacy test.

All international students, both onshore and offshore, are required to complete a Pre-Training Review including an LLND assessment to identify training needs, previous education or training, relevant work experience, and course suitability. This assessment may be conducted by video call or phone call.

Satisfactory completion of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, is required before any construction workplace site visit.

Other Conditions

Students are expected to dedicate approximately 4 hours per week to guided learning during training weeks, excluding term breaks.

Noble College of Education will provide a PPE kit and safety boots before participation in workshop sessions.

Entry into the workshop without the required PPE and safety boots is not permitted.

Students should have a reasonable level of physical fitness, as practical tasks may involve bending, kneeling, lifting materials, standing for extended periods, repetitive hand movements, confined spaces, or working at heights.

Required PPE for Wall and Floor Tiling

Safety boots (steel-capped or composite-toe)
High-visibility clothing or vest
Safety glasses or goggles
Hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs
Cut-resistant or gripping gloves
Dust mask or respirator (P2 or equivalent)
Knee pads
Hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs
Long work pants and a long-sleeved shirt