This course is for people who want to work in the painting and decorating industry. You will learn about the processes, materials, tools and equipment used and develops specialised skills associated with the surface coating industry. Course Structure To receive the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Apply decorative paint finishes Apply Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Apply paint by brush and roller Apply paint by spray Apply stains and clear timber finishes Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray Apply wallpaper Calculate and cost construction work Carry out measurements and calculations Conduct workplace communication Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding Erect and maintain trestle and plank systems Handle painting and decorating materials Implement safe lead paint and asbestos work practices in the painting industry Match specified paint colour Operate elevated work platforms Plan and organise work Prepare surfaces for painting Read and interpret plans and specifications Remove and replace doors and door and window components Use painting and decorating tools and equipment Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry Work safely at heights Additional Units Apply advanced decorative paint finishes Apply advanced wallpaper techniques Apply in tumescent coatings Apply protective paint coating systems Apply trowelled texture coat finishes Glaze/re-glaze residential windows and doors Investigate micro business opportunities Manage small business finances Organise schedules Remove graffiti and apply protective coatings Use construction tools and equipment Career opportunities Painter, decorator