Cert III Scaffolding

You must demonstrate competency in 14 units of competency: 10 core units and 4 elective units. Of the electives, 3 must be selected from the listed elective units, and 1 may be selected from that list or from another current training package or accredited course under the conditions stated in the packaging rules.

The register states there are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, the source also notes that 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, and CPCWHS1001 meets that requirement.

The qualification itself has no entry requirements, but the source advises that anyone carrying out construction work must complete the general construction induction training program. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement, so completing it early is a sensible step.

The 10 core units are CPCCCM2006, CPCCLSF2001, CPCCLSF3001, CPCCOM1012, CPCCOM1013, CPCCOM1014, CPCCOM1015, CPCCOM2001, CPCCSC2001 and CPCCWHS2001. They cover levelling, basic and intermediate scaffolding licences, sustainable work practice, work planning, communication, measurements and calculations, plans and specifications, scaffolding components, and WHS.

An asterisk indicates a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite units must be assessed before assessment of any unit marked with an asterisk, and all prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification. Check which core and elective units carry an asterisk so you sequence your training and assessment correctly.

Listed electives include business opportunities and finance units, explosive power tools, working safely at heights, elevated work platforms up to 11 metres, a truck-mounted loading crane, dogging, advanced scaffolding, personnel and materials hoists, basic and intermediate scaffolding erection, oxy-LPG cutting and bending, traffic management, and forklift operation. Several carry prerequisites.

Yes. The source states this is a licensed occupation and advises users to check requirements with their relevant licensing authority. Completing the qualification does not by itself guarantee a licence, so confirm the current licensing conditions, application process and any additional requirements with the authority in the state or territory where you intend to work.

Start with the core units, paying attention to prerequisite chains, because units marked with an asterisk cannot be assessed until their prerequisites are met. Completing CPCWHS1001 early also satisfies the general construction induction expectation. Then choose electives that match the scaffolding work you intend to perform.

A frequent error is selecting too many units from outside the listed electives. Only 1 unit may be taken from another current training package or accredited course, and only where it is packaged in an AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV qualification, maintains the integrity of the AQF level, supports a valid industry outcome, and does not duplicate another unit.

Confirm details on the National Training Register entry for CPC30920. The register shows modification history, including Release 3 updating the reference to the general construction induction training program. Always check the current release before enrolling, because unit codes, prerequisites and packaging rules can change between releases.