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Painting and Decorating
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Is the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating course difficult?
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating requires students to have a completed the equivalent of Australian Year 10
How does the future of Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker industry look?
As per Job OutLook, the industry for Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker is predicted to have strong future growth
Is it hard to get a job as a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker?
As per Job Outlook, 76 % of Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker are employed full time
Can you be a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker without a degree?
Yes, you can become a qualified Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker in Australia with a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Is a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker in demand in Australia?
Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker is currently on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) in Australia
How many hours a week does a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker work in a week?
As per Job OutLook, Painter & Decorators or Painting Trades Workers work an average of 43 hours per week.
What do equipment do I need to work as a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker?
Painter & Decorator’s or Painting Trades Workers use a range of tools, including the following: Decorators Edges Dust-Sheets Extension Poles. Ladders and Platforms. Paint Kettles and Scuttles. Paint Rollers, Roller Sleeves and Trays. Paint Stirrers and Mixing....
Will these qualifications be recognised in my home country?
These qualifications are part of the Australian Qualification Framework. Most countries, specifically European or North American countries, accept qualifications issued by Australia. So yes, generally speaking, the qualifications will be accepted and allow you to work...
What is the study timetable like for a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating course?
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is generally 15-20 hours per week, spread over 2-3 days. Timetables vary depending on education institute.
How long does it take to become a qualified Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker?
It takes 24 months to complete the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating. Durations may vary depending on education institute
How much is a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating course?
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating cost $8,000 per year. Prices may vary depending on education institute
What qualifications do I need to be a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker?
To be a qualified Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker in Australia you need to have successfully completed a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
How much does a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Workers get paid?
As per Job Outlook, a qualified Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Workers earns $1,371 a week, on average
Can foreigners do a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker apprenticeship in Australia?
International students can’t do a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker apprenticeship in Australia. Instead, they can study a 24-month vocational course to become a qualified Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker. Click here to read more about...
Where can I study to be a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker?
You can study to be a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker in Melbourne or on the Gold Coast.
What do you do as a Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Workers?
Painter & Decorator’s or Painting Trades Workers apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures. A Painter & Decorator or Painting Trades Worker may also does the following in a normal...