CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Formal recognition for solid plasterers and renderers who apply plaster, cement and other mixtures to interior walls and exterior render for residential and commercial work.

Overview

Get recognised for the plastering and rendering skills you have built on real construction sites with CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering, a nationally recognised trade qualification. It covers the core skills of the construction industry alongside the specialist field of solid plastering, including handling and preparing materials, applying float and render, set coats and trowelled texture finishes, and restoring existing plasterwork on residential and commercial jobs. Through RPL, your years on the tools are assessed against these same industry standards by a partner RTO and converted into the same AQF-registered qualification awarded through structured training.

Career Opportunities

Solid Plasterer

Applies plaster, cement and other mixtures to interior walls to create smooth or decorative finishes.

Renderer

Applies plaster and cement render mixtures to exterior walls for a finished, weatherproof surface.

Reference: training.gov.au

Benefits

Trade RecognitionYour years of hands-on plastering and rendering work are formally assessed and recognised as the nationally accredited CPC31020 qualification.

Licensing PathwayHolding this qualification supports state and territory trade contractor licensing applications and opens the way to supervisor, renovation-specialist and business-owner roles in solid plastering.

Our Trusted Partners Offering the Qualification

Meee Australia Pty Ltd T/A Building Trades Australia

RTO Code: 30979

Nationally Recognised

ASQA Registered

RPL Specialist

Alpha Training & Recognition Pty Ltd

RTO Code: 45282

Nationally Recognised

ASQA Registered

RPL Specialist

Documents & Evidence you might require

General Documents

Your identification Documents
USI Number
Detailed Resume
Work Reference Letter(s)
Payslips
Previous Qualifications (If Any)
White Card

Project & Work Evidence

Job cards, work orders or quotes for solid plastering and rendering jobs you have completed
Records of surface preparation carried out before plastering, such as cleaning, patching or bonding treatments
Evidence of the solid plastering materials, tools and equipment you have worked with on the job
Photos of float and render work you have applied to straight and curved wall or ceiling surfaces
Records or photos of set coats and trowelled texture coat finishes you have applied
Evidence of restoration or renovation work you have carried out on existing solid plasterwork
Plans and specifications you have read and worked from on plastering and rendering projects
Records of measurements and calculations you have carried out for material quantities and job costing
Site safety records such as SWMS, toolbox talks or inductions showing WHS practices you have followed, including any scaffolding or restricted-height access work

Working Photos & Videos

Photos taken in a real, active workplace/worksite
You clearly visible working in a professional setting
Videos recorded on site showing relevant tasks
Each video approximately 90-120 seconds

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

Labor Opportunity in Australian Industry

4,600Employed

39Median Age

700Annual Employment Growth

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age) · Jobs and Skills Australia (Annual Employment Growth)

Industry Average Salary

$1,841Median per week

$95,732Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

Collect Your Evidence

Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.

Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs

We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your SelfAssessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.

Submit Your Completed Forms

Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.

Assessment and Competency Review

Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.

Outcome Issued

Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

Personalised quote after your consultation

Pricing based on your individual advised pathway

RTO name and all payment options included

No payment until you've accepted your quote

Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available

Debit / Credit Card

Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a Certificate III in Solid Plastering through RPL instead of a full apprenticeship?

Yes, you can gain a Certificate III in Solid Plastering through RPL, which recognises the plastering and rendering skills you've already built on site, matched against the qualification through a formal assessment process. You'll still work with the partner RTO, which carries out a genuine assessment of your evidence before the qualification is issued.

What evidence do I need for RPL in solid plastering?

Assessors look at photos and short videos, generally around 90 to 120 seconds each, taken on a real, active worksite that clearly show you applying plaster or render. The footage needs to show you working in a professional setting so your skills can be matched against the qualification's requirements.

Is a Certificate III in Solid Plastering from RPL the same as one earned through full-time training?

Yes, a Certificate III in Solid Plastering issued through RPL is the exact same nationally recognised qualification as one earned through full-time training, with identical units on the certificate. It's issued by the ASQA-registered RTO that assesses your evidence, not by ATSR, which guides candidates through the RPL pathway.

Does this qualification cover both plastering and rendering work?

A Certificate III in Solid Plastering supports work as both a Solid Plasterer, applying plaster and cement finishes to interior walls, and a Renderer, applying cement render to exterior walls for a weatherproof finish. Both roles draw on the same qualification, so your evidence can cover whichever side of the work you've actually been doing.

Secure your status as a certified solid plasterer today

Turn years of hands-on plastering and rendering experience into a nationally recognised qualification.