
Help transform any space. Gain the skills needed to install a range of floorings, both in residential and commercial premises. Learn a variety of techniques that allow you to graduate ready to work in the industry.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Use basic power tools and hand tools
Examine drawings, work orders and sample parts to determine specifications
Select and work with materials like carpet, vinyl, timber, concrete and resin
Work from detailed drawings and specifications
Create flooring solutions where detail is required
Prepare, lay, finish and maintain flooring
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Certificate III
Experience to prepare and lay flooring
Skills to follow plans and drawings
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
Be employed as an apprentice in the building, construction and trades industry evidenced by a letter of support from your employer.
Submit your training plan proposal (TPP) with your application.
Provide evidence, such as a resume or letter of support from your employer, of significant and current industry experience. Your workplace evidence will be reviewed prior to course entry to make sure your skills and knowledge meet course requirements.
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
A general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card). You will need this before you can enter a construction site.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An intermediate level of fitness
The ability to kneel or stand for long periods of time
You can plan your work and try to solve problems on your own.
You can understand documents you see often in everyday life.
You can write short sentences or lists to share information
You can speak clearly and explain your thoughts in a group.
You can do everyday maths like working out prices or reading a timetable.
You can use email, search the internet, and open files.
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
This simple tool guides you to a suitable course level based on your foundation skills and confidence.
Our graduates go onto roles like: carpet floor preparer, floor finisher and coverer and flooring installer.
A white card (or general construction induction card) is required for any worker who needs to access a construction site. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements. Visit the SafeWork website for more information on applying for your white card.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Flooring Technology does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Flooring Technology does not have any related courses.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Flooring Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 24 units of competency, including 12 core and 12 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
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