CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing

CPC31420 – Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing is a nationally recognised trade qualification designed for workers specialising in waterproofing for residential and commercial construction projects. Students gain practical skills in applying waterproofing membranes and coatings to protect building structures and contents. Training is delivered in real or closely simulated workplace conditions to ensure job readiness.

Licensing & Site Access

Completion of the general construction induction training (White Card) is required for anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 19 units:

• ✔ 14 core units
• ✔ 5 elective units

Electives may all be chosen from the listed group or up to three may be selected from other endorsed training packages or accredited courses, provided they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and do not duplicate other units in this qualification.

Core Units (14)

• ✔ 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 to below-ground level wet areas
• ✔ CPCCWP3002* – Apply waterproofing to internal wet areas
• ✔ CPCCWP3003* – Apply waterproofing to above-ground external wet areas
• ✔ CPCCWP3004* – Apply waterproofing remedial processes
• ✔ CPCCWP3005* – Assess construction waterproofing processes

* Indicates prerequisite requirements. These must be met and assessed prior to delivery of the unit.

Elective Units (5)

• ✔ 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

Modification History

• Release 3 (24 Dec 2024) – Updated reference to general construction induction training program.
• Release 2 (6 May 2021) – Added CPCCCM2012 (Work safely at heights); clarified prerequisite for CPCCOM2001.
• Release 1 (27 Nov 2020) – Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing.

Mapping & Classification

• ✔ Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
• ✔ ANZSCO Identifier: 330000 – Construction Trades Workers
• ✔ Field of Education: 0403 – Building
• ✔ AQF Level: Certificate III

Delivery & Duration (NSTA Werribee™)

• ✔ Delivery: Face-to-Face / Flexible
• ✔ Duration: Apprenticeship pathway or program schedule as advised
• ✔ Location: 3/27 Synnot St, Werribee VIC 3030

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