CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

CPC33020 – Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying is a nationally recognised trade qualification for bricklayers, blocklayers and pavers working across residential, industrial and commercial projects. The qualification may include heritage restoration, refractory work and paving. All units must be delivered and assessed in real or closely simulated workplace conditions.

Licensing & Site Access

Completion of the general construction induction training (White Card) is required for anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 – 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 28 units:

• ✅ 20 core units
• ✅ 8 elective units

Electives can be selected from the specialist groups below (Traditional & Heritage, Refractory, Paving) or General Electives. Up to two elective units may be selected from any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course where they support a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and the AQF level of this qualification.

Core Units (20)

✔ CPCCBL2001* – Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
✔ CPCCBL2002* – Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
✔ CPCCBL3002* – Carry out masonry veneer construction
✔ CPCCBL3003* – Carry out cavity brick construction
✔ CPCCBL3005* – Lay masonry walls and corners
✔ CPCCBL3006* – Lay multi-thickness walls and piers
✔ CPCCBL3009* – Install flashings and damp proof course
✔ CPCCBL3010* – Construct masonry arches
✔ CPCCBL3011* – Construct curved walls
✔ CPCCBL3013* – Construct masonry structural systems
✔ CPCCCA3002* – Carry out setting out
✔ CPCCCM2006 – Apply basic levelling procedures
✔ CPCCCM2008* – Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
✔ CPCCCM2012* – Work safely at heights
✔ 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

* An asterisk indicates a prerequisite requirement applies. Prerequisites must be met and assessed prior to the relevant unit (as packaged in the qualification on training.gov.au).

Elective Units (8)

Group A – Traditional & Heritage Bricklaying

• CPCCST4001 – Prepare to undertake the heritage restoration process
• CPCCST4002 – Undertake the heritage restoration process
• CPCCBL3004* – Construct masonry steps and stairs
• CPCCBL3012* – Construct fireplaces and chimneys
• CPCCBL3015* – Construct decorative brickwork
• CPCCBL3016* – Construct battered masonry walls and piers
• CPCCBL3017* – Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry
• CPCCCO2013* – Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCSF2004* – Place and fix reinforcement materials

Group B – Refractory Bricklaying

• CPCCST4003 – Undertake preparations for refractory work
• CPCCST4007 – Construct a fire brick wall and arch using refractory materials
• CPCCBL3004* – Construct masonry steps and stairs
• CPCCBL3012* – Construct fireplaces and chimneys
• CPCCBL3016* – Construct battered masonry walls and piers
• CPCCCM2009* – Carry out basic demolition
• CPCCCO2013* – Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCSF2004* – Place and fix reinforcement materials

Group C – Paving

• CPCCCO2013* – Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCPA3001* – Prepare subgrade, base and bedding course for segmental paving
• CPCCPA3002* – Lay segmental paving
• CPCCPA3003* – Cut segmental paving
• CPCCPA3004* – Finish segmental paving
• CPCCPA3005* – Maintain and repair segmental paving
• CPCCSF2004* – Place and fix reinforcement materials

General Electives

• AHCLSC319 – Implement a retaining wall project
• CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
• CPCCST4003 – Undertake preparations for refractory work
• CPCCBL3001* – Lay paving
• CPCCBL3004* – Construct masonry steps and stairs
• CPCCBL3007* – Install glass blockwork
• CPCCBL3012* – Construct fireplaces and chimneys
• CPCCBL3014* – Install fire-rated masonry construction
• CPCCBL3015* – Construct decorative brickwork
• CPCCBL3016* – Construct battered masonry walls and piers
• CPCCBL3017* – Carry out tuck pointing and repointing to masonry
• CPCCBL3018* – Install aerated autoclaved concrete products
• CPCCCM2009* – Carry out basic demolition
• CPCCCO2013* – Carry out concreting to simple forms
• CPCCPA3001* / 3002* / 3003* / 3004* / 3005* – Segmental paving suite
• CPCCSF2004* – Place and fix reinforcement materials

Modification History

• Release 5 (24 Dec 2024) – Updated reference to general construction induction training program.
• Release 4 – Imported unit AHCLSC307 updated to equivalent AHCLSC319.
• Release 3 – Removed prerequisite asterisks from CPCCOM1012/1013/1014; noted prerequisite marking for CPCCOM2001.
• Release 2 – Title change in unit list for CPCCBL3017 (tuck pointing).
• Release 1 (27 Nov 2020) – Initial release; supersedes and is equivalent to CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying.

Mapping & Classification

• ✅ Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying.
• ✅ ANZSCO: 331111 – Bricklayer
• ✅ 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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