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Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining (CPC31220)
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About the CPC31220 – Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
This qualification is the industry standard for wall and ceiling liners working in residential, commercial and industrial construction across Australia.
It covers key areas like:
- Reading and interpreting wall and ceiling lining plans and specifications
- Installing plasterboard, fibre cement and other lining systems
- Constructing partitions, suspended ceilings and decorative finishes
- Repairing and maintaining wall and ceiling linings to industry standards
- Using specialised lining tools and equipment safely and effectively
- Applying workplace health and safety practices on construction sites
Why it matters:
This certificate is a licensing requirement in most states and can open doors to higher-paying roles, site supervision and business ownership.
Already experienced?
If you’re already working in the trade, you may be eligible to complete this qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). No need to sit a course — just prove what you know.
Core Units
BSBESB301 - Investigate business opportunities
BSBESB407 - Manage finances for new business ventures
CPCCCA3014 - Construct and install bulkheads
CPCCCA3026 - Assemble partitions
CPCCCM2006 - Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2007 - Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008 - Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2012 - Work safely at heights
CPCCCOM1012 - Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCOM1013 - Plan and organise work
CPCCCOM1014 - Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCOM1015 - Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCOM2001 - 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
CPCCPB3017 - Rectify faults in drywall applications
CPCCWC2001 - Complete penetrations and flashings
CPCCWC3003 - Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
CPCCWC3004 - Install suspended ceilings
CPCCWHS2001 - Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
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Evidence Collection
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Pre Assessment Approval
A qualified assessor will review your experience and supporting evidence. Once approved, you’ll be pre-cleared to move forward with your qualification and contractor licence.
Final Submission and Certification
Once you’re officially approved with no further action remaining and the course fees are paid, Building Trades Australia RTO 30979 assesses and issues your nationally recognised qualification.
Licensing Support
Once certified, our trusted licensing specialists will guide you through the entire process in your state, helping with the paperwork, application and lodgement right through to your licence approval.


