A step towards your trade contractors licence
Qualification Description
CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing is designed to meet the needs of workers who undertake waterproofing for residential and commercial construction work. The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as the specialist field of work, construction waterproofing. Waterproofers apply membranes and special coatings to protect contents and the structural integrity of buildings.
Occupational titles may include:
- Waterproofer
Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
What is this course about?
CPC31420- Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing is an innovative workshop course suitable for those who have a certain level of experience in the waterproofing sector, may need to upgrade their skills and are seeking to apply for their contractor waterproofing licence. This workshop delivers on industry best practice skills for waterproofing of internal, external and below ground areas, as well as remedial works.
Did you know?
NSW Fair Trading requires you to obtain a waterproofing certificate (Certificate III) before applying for a trade contractor’s licence.
Who should do it?
Experienced tradespeople who are looking for a comprehensive course covering the core skill sets in the trade.
How will undertaking this course benefit you?
This course is designed to up skill experienced practitioners in the building, construction and waterproofing industry. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be eligible to apply to NSW Fair Trading for a waterproofing licence.
Are there any entry requirements?
- You must have carried out waterproofing, with at least 2 years full time experience, or
- Be a licenced builder, carpenter, plumber, tiler and renovator with at least 3 years waterproofing experience, or
- For all other trades have at least 5 years part time waterproofing experience.
- Valid White Card (general construction induction card)
- Currently working on active construction projects
- Must provide details of two referees to confirm your work history/experience. Referees must be a qualified/licenced tradesperson in waterproofing and have worked with you for 12 months or more
Participants resources that are required
All participants of Best Option Training are required to complete and Language, Literacy and Numeracy test to the level of the qualification.
All participants will need basic computer skills and access to wifi and a laptop or computer with a web camera, as all assessments are completed online.
Are there any entry requirements?
Participants should have a minimum of four years’ experience working in a relevant role, and must hold a current Construction Induction (White) Card and/or a Statement of Attainment for the unit of competency CPCCOHS1001A Work Safely in the Construction Industry.
All participants must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). To obtain yours, go to www.usi.gov.au and follow the prompts to create your USI. Enter your Unique Student Identifier (USI) (if you already have one) You may already have a USI if you have done any nationally recognised training, which could include training at work, completing a first aid course or RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) course, getting a white card, or studying at a TAFE or training organisation. It is important that you try to find out whether you already have a USI before attempting to create a new one. You should not have more than one USI. To check if you already have a USI, use the ‘Forgotten USI’ link on the USI website at https://www.usi.gov.au/faqs/i-have-forgotten-my-usi/.
You are currently working on active construction projects
You have more than three (3) years’ experience in the building and construction industry (experience must be within the last ten (10) years)
You must be 15 years or older
How much does this course cost?
The course fees are $3,500.
Best Option Training cannot accept more than $1,500 as a deposit.
How long will it take to complete this course?
This course takes 18 months to complete.
How is it delivered?
This training provider offers courses in the following delivery modes:
Face to face training
In-person training delivered at the Villawood Education and Skills development centre or another venue chosen by Best Option Training.. Also known as ‘on-campus’, ‘in-class’, ‘traditional face-to-face’, ‘on-RTO-site’ delivery. All assessments are delivered online.
Offsite training
Best Option Training can deliver in-person training using facilities at-or-near a client’s workplace, or else in a mobile manner (eg. delivery at a regional/remote location for a specific period or for a specific training course). Also known as ‘workplace’, ‘mobile’, ‘on-client-site’ delivery. All assessments are delivered online.
Flexible learning
Flexible delivery for Best Option Training works because there are no terms, no intakes, when you want to start your course you enrol, pay a deposit and start. We are truly flexible. Our students can go as quickly or as slowly as they want. If you have the time start today. All our courses are online and self-paced
Online (training available online or via email submission)
Self-paced (training has no set class times of set submission dates)
As Best Option Training uses an online Leaning Management System, courses can be offered Face to Face, blended, or online.
Mixed mode training
A combination of various delivery modes. If you attend classes, all assessments are still online
Where is it?
Villawood Education and Skills development centre or another venue chosen by Best Option Training.
What do I get from it?
Upon successful completion participants receive CPC31420 – Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing which is a NSW licensing qualification requirement.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
- 19 units of competency:
- 14 core units
- 5 elective units.
Electives must be selected as follows:
- all five units from the electives listed below, or
- two units from the electives listed below, plus three units selected from any current training package or accredited course as long as they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintain the integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit used to achieve this qualification.
Prerequisite units of competency
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
Core units | |
CPCCOM1012 | Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry |
CPCCOM1013 | Plan and organise work |
CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations |
CPCCOM2001* | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
CPCCWP2001* | Handle waterproofing materials |
CPCCWP2002* | Use waterproofing tools and equipment |
CPCCWP2004* | Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application |
CPCCWP3001* | Apply waterproofing process to below-ground level wet areas |
CPCCWP3002* | Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas |
CPCCWP3003* | Apply waterproofing process to above-ground external wet areas |
CPCCWP3004* | Apply waterproofing remedial processes |
CPCCWP3005* | Assess construction waterproofing process |
Elective units | |
BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities |
BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures |
CPCCCA3012* | Frame and fit wet area fixtures |
CPCCCM2002* | Carry out hand excavation |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures |
CPCCCM2007* | Use explosive power tools |
CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
CPCCCM2009* | Carry out basic demolition |
CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights |
CPCCCM3001* | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
CPCCCO2013* | Carry out concreting to simple forms |
What do I need to bring?
- 100 points of identification
- Closed footwear
- High visibility shirt or vest
- White Card
- Students are required to have access to the internet and a computer with a webcam.
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