This qualification reflects the role of wall and floor tilers who install ceramic, porcelain, mosaic, natural stone and other tiling products in residential, commercial and industrial construction projects. Graduates develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required to prepare surfaces, lay tiles, apply waterproofing systems where applicable, and complete high-quality tiling work in accordance with industry standards and workplace requirements.
This qualification provides a pathway to employment as a Wall and Floor Tiler within the building and construction industry and may also provide opportunities for further study within the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package where entry requirements are met.
The skills and knowledge gained through this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, and relevant industry codes of practice.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply in some States and Territories. Students should consult the relevant regulatory authority for the requirements applicable in their jurisdiction before undertaking work in the industry.
Twenty (20) units, comprising seventeen (17) core units and three (3) elective units, are required for the award of the CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling. Units have been selected in accordance with the qualification packaging rules and are relevant to the qualification outcomes, local industry requirements and the AQF level.
be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.
| Core Unit Code | Core Unit Title |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| 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 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
Elective Units
| Elective Unit Code | Elective Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2009 | Carry out basic demolition |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
Please note: All electives are pre-selected by Starford College.
- Wall and Floor Tiler
- Ceramic Tiler
- Tiling Specialist