CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry

Formal recognition for stonemasons who cut, shape and lay stone to produce monuments, heritage stonework and building components.

Overview

Get recognised for the stonework skills you’ve built on the tools. The CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry is the nationally recognised qualification for stonemasons who work with sandstone, limestone, marble and other stone products to produce monuments, heritage stonework, walls, arches, stairs and benchtops. Whether your background is in heritage restoration, monumental masonry or new stone construction, ATSR guides you through converting that hands-on experience into a formal, AQF-recognised credential assessed by a partner RTO.

Career Opportunities

Stonemason

Cuts, shapes and lays stone to construct and repair walls, floors, arches and stone structures.

Heritage Stonemason

Restores and conserves historic stone buildings and monuments using traditional stonemasonry methods.

Monumental Stonemason

Designs, carves and constructs stone monuments, memorials and cemetery installations.

Reference: training.gov.au

Benefits

Trade RecognitionGet your stonemasonry skills and years of stonework experience formally recognised through a nationally recognised AQF qualification.

Career AdvancementUse your Certificate III as the foundation for state trade licensing, heritage specialisation, or further study toward supervisory and Certificate IV building qualifications.

Our Trusted Partners Offering the Qualification

Meee Australia Pty Ltd T/A Building Trades Australia

RTO Code: 30979

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

Marked-up plans, drawings or specifications you have worked from for stonemasonry projects
Records of setting-out and measurement calculations completed for stonework jobs
Photos of stone you have cut, dressed, shaped or finished by hand or machine
Job cards or work orders for stone laying, building or installation work
Evidence of lettering, profile work or decorative carving you have completed in stone
Records of the stone products and materials you have selected and used on projects
Photos of stonemasonry tools, plant and equipment you have used or maintained
Safe work method statements or records of scaffolding and working at heights
WHS checklists or communication records showing how you plan and coordinate stonemasonry work on site

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

4,800Employed

38Median Age

84%Full-Time Employment Share

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

Industry Average Salary

$2,317Median per week

$120,484Yearly 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 Stonemasonry through RPL without doing a full apprenticeship?

Yes, you can gain a Certificate III in Stonemasonry through RPL, which recognises the stonemasonry skills you've already built on the job, 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 stonemasonry?

Assessors look at photos and short videos, generally around 90 to 120 seconds each, taken on a real, active worksite that clearly show you cutting, shaping or laying stone. The footage needs to show you working in a professional setting so the RTO can match what you do against the qualification's units.

Is an RPL Certificate III in Stonemasonry the same qualification as one from TAFE?

Yes, a Certificate III in Stonemasonry 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 you through the RPL pathway.

What kind of stonemasonry work can I do with this qualification?

A Certificate III in Stonemasonry supports work as a general Stonemason, a Heritage Stonemason restoring and conserving historic buildings and monuments, or a Monumental Stonemason. It's formal recognition for the specific type of stone work you've actually been doing, whether that's general construction, heritage or monumental work.

Secure your status as a certified stonemason professional today

Turn years of hands-on stonework into a nationally recognised trade qualification.