CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Start a trade career in a high-demand industry
Become a wall and ceiling liner and use your skills to renovate, extend and create projects in the building and construction industry.
Gain the skills and knowledge to install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting.

This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Where Rockingham
When Continuous enrolment
How Apprenticeship
Do you want to build a lifetime career that others will look up to?
When you complete the Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining you will be ready for a certified trade career as a wall and ceiling liner.
Important information
School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
This course is available as an apprenticeship.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at SM TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
- Earn a wage while you train
- Learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
- Receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
- Start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Work placement is mandatory for completion of this course. SM TAFE will arrange a suitable work placement within industry for you which will involve your attendance at a workplace.
To access free career planning and job search assistance, visit the Jobs and Skills Centres page.
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Details
Units
National ID | Unit title |
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CPCCCA3014 | Construct and install bulkheads |
CPCCCA3026 | Assemble partitions |
CPCCCM2012 | Work safely at heights |
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 |
CPCCPB3001 | Fix standard plasterboard wall sheets |
CPCCPB3002 | Fix standard plasterboard ceiling sheets |
CPCCPB3003 | Fix battens |
CPCCPB3004 | Fix wet area sheets |
CPCCPB3005 | Fix ceiling sheets to external protected areas |
CPCCPB3006 | Fix fibre cement board |
CPCCPB3007 | Apply levels of finish standards to planning and inspection of own work |
CPCCPB3008 | Mix plastering compounds |
CPCCPB3009 | Finish plasterboard joints manually |
CPCCPB3010 | Manually sand plaster work |
CPCCPB3012 | Cut and fix paper-faced cornices |
CPCCWC3003 | Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems |
CPCCWC3004 | Install suspended ceilings |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
National ID | Unit title |
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CPCCCA3001 | Carry out general demolition of minor building structures |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
CPCCPB3017 | Rectify faults in drywall applications |
CPCCPB3018 | Use vacuum and electric sanding equipment to finish plaster work |
CPCCPB3019 | Inspect equipment for serviceability |
CPCCPB3020 | Match, mitre and install cast ornamental cornices |