Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Course details
Overview
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and ceiling lining in the residential and commercial construction industry.
Careers
Completion of this course results in trade qualified roles as Wall and Ceiling Liner such as a fibrous plasterer. Plasterer (Solid) and Fibrous Plasterer (Commercial and Domestic).
Pathways
Certificate IV in Building and Construction.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Applicants enrolling as an Apprentice/Trainee must have a registered training contract.
Units & Assessment
Core Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CPCCCA3014 | Construct and install bulkheads | 16 | $20.80 |
| CPCCCA3026 | Assemble partitions | 35 | $45.50 |
| CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights | 8 | $15.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | 20 | $26.00 |
| CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work | 20 | $26.00 |
| CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | 20 | $26.00 |
| CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | 20 | $26.00 |
| CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 36 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3001 | Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets | 60 | $78.00 |
| CPCCPB3002 | Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets | 60 | $78.00 |
| CPCCPB3003 | Fix battens | 20 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3004 | Fix wet area sheets | 20 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3005 | Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3006 | Fix fibre cement board | 20 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3007 | Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3008 | Mix plastering compounds | 20 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3009 | Finish plasterboard joints manually | 60 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3010 | Manually sand plaster work | 16 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3012 | Cut and fix paper-faced cornices | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWC3003 | Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems | 40 | $52.00 |
| CPCCWC3004 | Install suspended ceilings | 40 | $52.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 20 | $26.00 |
Elective Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CPCCPB3014 | Install bulk insulation and pliable membrane products | 25 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3016 | Install and finish columns | 16 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3017 | Rectify faults in drywall applications | 20 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3018 | Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work | 60 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3020 | Match, mitre and install cast ornamental cornices | 60 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3021 | Install and fix residential acoustic plaster products | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3022 | Use mechanical jointing equipment to finish joints | 60 | $0.00 |
| CPCCPB3027 | Install ceiling insulation products | 30 | $0.00 |
| CPCCSP3003 | Apply trowelled texture coat finishes | 80 | $0.00 |
| CPCCSP3005 | Install pre-cast decorative mouldings | 120 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWC3001 | Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to curved wall and ceiling substrates | 40 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWC3002 | Install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting to arch substrate | 60 | $0.00 |
Your particular units of study will be determined from the core and elective units required for this qualification.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
Course Fees
| 2026 | |
| Government Subsidised | $3,041 |
| Concession | $985 |
| Apprenticeship | $3,041 |
| Apprenticeship Concession | $985 |
| Self-Funded | $6,125 |
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Course Intakes
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2026 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Full Year, Apprentice |
| 2026 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Full Time, Full Year, Apprentice |
| 2026 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Full Year, School Based Apprentice |
