Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Certificate III

Duration

9 months – 2.2 years

Providers

142

ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Available

ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

About this course

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is a certificate iii that typically takes 9 months – 2.2 years and is offered by 142 accredited providers across ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA in the field of Architecture and Building.

Career & Outcomes

Architecture and Building

Why study in this field

Hands-on outcomes — your work becomes permanent, visible infrastructure

Australia's housing and construction boom creates sustained demand for graduates

Diverse pathways: architecture, urban planning, quantity surveying, and project management

Sustainable design skills increasingly valued as Australia transitions to green building

Trades-adjacent qualifications offer strong regional employment prospects

National licensing pathways support long-term career security

Graduate job roles

Architect Building Surveyor Urban Planner Project Manager Interior Designer Quantity Surveyor Building Inspector

Links open Seek job search for this role in Australia

Australian job market

Australia's housing crisis is driving record construction activity across all major cities
State governments actively nominate built environment professionals in skilled migration programmes
Green building certification and sustainable design skills command salary premiums
Regional areas offer strong employment prospects and employer-sponsored pathways

Indicative salary ranges

Entry-level

$60,000 – $78,000

per year, AUD

Experienced

$95,000 – $135,000

per year, AUD

Indicative ranges referenced from Seek and PayScale Australia public listings, last reviewed May 2026. Actual salaries vary by employer, experience, and location.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements vary by intake and student background. Speak with a provider directly about English proficiency, prior qualifications, and experience requirements for your specific situation.

Course details and pricing are from the Australian CRICOS register. Providers may have updated their offerings — confirm directly with the provider before applying.

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