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CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
CRICOS Course Code: 120972E | CRICOS Provider Code: 04158A | RTO Code: 46040
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Qualification Description
This qualification provides learners with the skills and knowledge required to work in the wall and floor tiling industry, undertaking a wide range of residential, commercial, and renovation projects. The qualification includes core units of competency that develop essential construction industry skills, together with specialist wall and floor tiling competencies required to prepare surfaces, apply waterproofing systems, and install a variety of wall and floor tiles in accordance with industry standards and workplace requirements.
Graduates of this qualification apply technical knowledge and practical skills to interpret plans and specifications, prepare substrates, measure and set out tiling work, install ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic, and decorative tiles, apply waterproofing systems, repair tiled surfaces, and complete tiling projects using industry-standard tools, equipment, materials, and safe work practices.
Occupational titles may include:
- Wall and Floor Tiler
- Wall Tiler
- Floor Tiler
- Ceramic Tiler
- Tiling Tradesperson
This qualification is suitable for individuals seeking employment within the residential, commercial, and construction sectors and may also provide a pathway to higher-level qualifications in building and construction. It is also suitable as an Australian Apprenticeship pathway for learners entering the wall and floor tiling trade.
Mode of Delivery
This qualification is delivered through a combination of:
- Face-to-face classroom training
- Practical workshop-based training
- Online learning activities
Training is conducted at:
Lotus College
Unit 2, 206–208 Liverpool Road
Ashfield NSW 2131
Practical Workshop Facility
2/365 Wentworth Avenue
Pendle Hill NSW 2145
Students are required to attend scheduled classroom sessions, practical workshop training, and complete all assessment activities in accordance with the course requirements. Practical training is conducted in a simulated workplace environment using industry-standard wall and floor tiling tools, equipment, materials, and installation techniques to ensure students develop the practical skills and knowledge expected by the wall and floor tiling and construction industry. Students will gain hands-on experience in surface preparation, waterproofing, tile installation, decorative tiling, mosaic tiling, and repair work while applying safe work practices and industry standards throughout their training.
Course Duration
52 Weeks Total Duration
- 48 Weeks of Training and Assessment
- 4 Weeks of Scheduled Term Breaks
Weekly Study Commitment
- 15 hours face-to-face classroom and practical workshop training
- 5 hours online learning activities
Total Scheduled Learning: 20 hours per week
Supplementary classes may be scheduled where required due to public holidays, missed classes, or reassessment requirements.
Students are also expected to undertake approximately 5 hours of independent self-study each week to reinforce classroom learning, complete research activities, prepare for assessments, and review course materials.
The qualification is delivered through a structured sequence of classroom learning, practical workshop activities, supervised online learning, and independent study, enabling students to progressively develop the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and workplace competencies required to work safely and effectively in the wall and floor tiling industry. Throughout the course, students develop skills in surface preparation, waterproofing, measuring and setting out, wall and floor tile installation, decorative and mosaic tiling, tile repairs, and the safe use of industry-standard tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements
Job Outcomes
This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required to work in the wall and floor tiling industry as a:
- Wall and Floor Tiler
- Wall Tiler
- Floor Tiler
- Ceramic Tiler
- Tiling Tradesperson
Career opportunities may exist within residential, commercial, industrial, and renovation construction projects, building contractors, tiling companies, shopfitting businesses, bathroom and kitchen renovation companies, commercial fit-out contractors, and specialist tiling organisations.
Graduates may be employed in the installation of ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic, decorative, and large-format tiles for residential homes, commercial buildings, retail developments, hospitality venues, public infrastructure, and renovation projects. They may also undertake waterproofing, tile repairs, restoration work, and decorative tiling applications.
Lotus College does not guarantee employment outcomes upon completion of this qualification.
Learning Pathways
Students who successfully complete this qualification may progress to:
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- Higher-level qualifications in building, construction, project management, or related disciplines.
Additional pathway opportunities may be available depending on individual career goals, industry requirements, and higher education admission criteria. Graduates may also choose to undertake specialised training in wall and floor tiling, waterproofing, shopfitting, bathroom and kitchen renovations, construction supervision, site management, or other related building and construction fields.
Fee Structure
Tuition Fees: 9000
Material Fees:1000
Enrolment/Application Fees:250
Total Course Fees: 10250
All fees are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD).
Please refer to the Student Handbook and Fees and Refund Policy for detailed information regarding fees, charges, and refunds.
Units of Competency
To achieve the qualification CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling, students must successfully complete the following units of competency.
Core Units (17)
Elective Units (3)
Total Units: 20 (17 Core Units and 3 Elective Units)
* Prerequisite unit requirements apply to these units. Students must successfully complete the prerequisite unit(s) before undertaking assessment for the corresponding unit of competency.
Entry Requirements
International students must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have successfully completed Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Participate in a pre-enrolment interview and pre-training review.
- Provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to:
English language evidence may also be demonstrated through previous studies completed in English, subject to Lotus College’s assessment requirements.
All applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) assessment prior to enrolment to identify any support needs and ensure they have the capability to successfully complete the course.
Physical Requirements
Students must be physically capable of undertaking practical wall and floor tiling activities, including:
- Standing, kneeling, bending and squatting for extended periods.
- Lifting, carrying and handling tiles, adhesives, grout, screed, waterproofing materials, and other tiling products.
- Using wall and floor tiling hand tools, power tools, and cutting equipment safely.
- Measuring, marking, setting out, cutting, and installing ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic, and decorative tiles.
- Preparing wall and floor surfaces, applying waterproofing systems, and carrying out tile repairs.
- Working at heights using restricted-height scaffolding, ladders, and elevated work platforms where required.
- Operating workshop equipment and tiling machinery in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
- Performing practical tasks in workshop and simulated workplace environments.
- Wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during all practical training activities.
Students should possess an appropriate level of physical fitness, manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to safely perform practical wall and floor tiling tasks in accordance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements.
Safety Requirements
Students must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during all practical training and workshop activities.
PPE may include:
- Safety boots complying with AS/NZS 2210
- High-visibility clothing
- Safety glasses or goggles
- Hard hat
- Work gloves
- Hearing protection
- Dust mask or respirator suitable for protection against silica dust
- Knee pads (recommended for prolonged floor tiling activities)
- Weather-appropriate protective clothing where required
Students must comply with all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements, safe operating procedures, and trainer instructions during practical training sessions. All practical activities must be undertaken using industry-standard tiling tools, cutting equipment, waterproofing materials, scaffolding, and construction products in accordance with relevant workplace safety legislation, Australian Standards, and manufacturer operating instructions.
Students are required to identify workplace hazards, follow safe manual handling practices, use fall prevention measures where applicable, maintain a clean and organised work area, and safely handle cutting equipment, adhesives, waterproofing products, and other construction materials throughout practical activities. Failure to comply with safety requirements, safe work practices, or the correct use of PPE may result in students being excluded from practical training until the required safety standards have been met.
Contact Us
Lotus College
Unit 2, 206–208 Liverpool Road
Ashfield NSW 2131
Practical Workshop Facility
2/365 Wentworth Avenue
Pendle Hill NSW 2145
Phone: (02) 8339 0823
Email: info@lotuscollege.edu.au
Website: www.lotuscollege.edu.au
RTO Code: 46040
CRICOS Provider Code: 04158A