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ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing

Formal recognition for print machinists who set up and operate printing presses, digital printers or screen printers.
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Overview
Get recognised for the printing work you already do. The ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing is for print machinists who set up and operate letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, digital or screen printing equipment, prepare materials, monitor production and check quality. RPL lets your experience be formally assessed towards this nationally recognised qualification.
Print Machinist
Sets up and operates printing presses and digital printers.
Screen Printer
Prepares and runs screen printing jobs.

Reference: training.gov.au

Trade RecognitionTurn your printing experience into a nationally recognised Certificate III.
Career ProgressionUse the qualification to support senior machinist and print supervisor roles.

No RTO partner assigned yet.

Is your experience eligible for certification?

General Documents

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

Project & Work Evidence

  • Job tickets or work orders for print runs
  • Press or printer setup records
  • Production monitoring and run records
  • Quality inspection records against job standards
  • Records of preparing stock and materials
  • Machine maintenance or cleaning records
  • Waste reduction and sustainability records
  • Safety checklists or hazard reports
  • Photos of printed products you have produced

Working Photos & Videos

  • Photos of you working in a real, active workplace or worksite
  • Photos where you are clearly visible doing the work in a professional setting
  • Videos recorded on site showing you completing relevant tasks
  • Each video around 90–120 seconds long

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

3,400Employed
48Median Age
85%Full-Time Employment Share

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age, Full-Time Employment Share)

$1,408Median per week
$73,216Yearly 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.

1
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.
2
Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs
We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your Self-Assessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.
3
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.
4
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.
5
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.

Qualification Overview

  • Qualification Code: ICP31220
  • Qualification Name: Certificate III in Printing
  • AQF Level: 3
  • Units: 5 core + 16 elective

Reference: Official packaging rules and description from training.gov.au – Australia's national register for vocational training.

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

Payment & Refund

Check Personalised quote after your consultation
Check Pricing based on your individual advised pathway
Check RTO name and all payment options included
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Check 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 Printing through RPL?−

Yes, experienced print machinists can apply for ICP31220 through RPL. A partner RTO formally assesses your work evidence.

What evidence do I need for printing RPL?+

Job tickets, setup records, quality checks, photos and videos of you running equipment, and employer references are commonly used.

Is an RPL printing qualification the same as one from training?+

Yes, it is the same AQF Certificate III issued by an ASQA-registered RTO.

What roles does ICP31220 support?+

It supports print machinist and screen printer roles and can lead to print supervisor positions.

Secure your status as a certified print machinist today

Turn your printing experience into a nationally recognised qualification.

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