Become qualified in wall and floor tiling.
Course Description:
This qualification provides a trade outcome in wall and floor tiling 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, wall and floor tiling. Tilers work with materials like ceramic, glass, slate, marble and clay. They cut these materials and lay tiles on walls and floors, both interior and exterior. They may also add decorative touches to their basic work.
The course covers advanced tiling techniques, surface preparation, tile installation, grouting systems, and specialized tiling methods. Students will develop expertise in reading plans and specifications, using professional tiling tools and equipment, applying various tiling systems, and working with different substrates and finishing materials.
The qualification prepares learners for employment as wall and floor tilers across various sectors of the construction industry, including residential tiling, commercial building projects, bathroom and kitchen installations, and specialized decorative tiling applications. The units integrate workplace health and safety requirements, environmental considerations, quality standards, and sustainable work practices throughout all aspects of wall and floor tiling work.
Occupation Outcome:
- Tiler
- Wall and Floor Tiler
Delivery Mode:
Best Option Training delivers training online through its state-of-the-art Learning Management System and/or via RPL assessment. All training and assessment is conducted by our highly qualified trainers who are all industry experts and will fully support each student through their learning outcome.
Entry Requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Learner Requirements:
- Possess a minimum LLN level mapped to ACSF 2
- Learners must hold a valid White Card (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry) to be accepted into this course.
- Have access to their own computer/laptop or device fitted with a camera (this will be used to verify identity when undertaking the course online)
- Be physically fit to the level required to complete the practical tasks associated with the course.
- Have a USI or create one from https://www/usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi
- Access to appropriate tools, equipment and workplace
To be considered for RPL assessment, in addition to the above, 1 minimum of 3 years demonstrated work experience in a related field is required.
Course Structure:
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
20 units of competency:
17 core units
3 elective units.
Electives must be selected as follows:
- all three units from the electives listed below, or
- two units from the electives listed below, plus one unit selected from any current training package or accredited course as long as it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintains the integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and does 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
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
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
CPCCWF2001* Handle wall and floor tiling materials
CPCCWF2002* Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment
CPCCWF3001* Prepare surfaces for tiling application
CPCCWF3002* Install floor tiles
CPCCWF3003* Install wall tiles
CPCCWF3004* Repair wall and floor tiling
CPCCWF3005* Install decorative tiling
CPCCWF3006* Install mosaic tiling
CPCCWF3007* Tile curved surfaces
CPCCWF3009* Apply waterproofing for wall and floor tiling
Elective units
BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities
CPCCCM2009* Carry out basic demolition
CPCCCO2013* Carry out concreting to simple forms
Assessment Requirements:
Assessment for this qualification is conducted in accordance with the training package guidelines and industry standards. Students may be assessed through a combination of the following methods:
- Practical demonstrations – showing skills in a simulated or real construction environment
- Written assessments – including short answer questions, case studies, and workbooks
- Oral questioning – to confirm knowledge and understanding
- Projects and assignments – based on realistic workplace scenarios
- Workplace observation – where applicable (e.g. if placement or site visits are used)
Assessments are designed to be:
- Competency-based – students must demonstrate that they can perform to the standard required in the workplace
- Aligned with units of competency – covering both knowledge and performance evidence as per the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
All assessment tasks must be:
- Completed in full
- Submitted within specified timeframes
- Conducted under the supervision of a qualified trainer/assessor
Students must demonstrate competency across all core and elective units before qualification completion can be awarded.
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