Overview About this course
Gain and perfect the skills needed to install a range of floorings, both in residential and commercial premises. Through on-the-job training, this course trains you in a variety of techniques and allows you to graduate ready for the industry.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Use basic power tools and hand tools
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Select and work with materials including carpet, vinyl, timber, concrete and resin
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Work from detailed drawings and specifications
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Create flooring solutions where detail is required
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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Experience to prepare and lay flooring
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Skills to maintain already complete flooring
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The ability to select and work with different materials
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Skills to follow plans and drawings
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
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Check the campus page for requirements to take this course as an apprenticeship
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This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship
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Enquire today to discuss your eligibility
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
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A general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card). You will need this before you can enter a construction site.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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The ability to kneel or stand for long periods of time
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Enthusiasm for working in flooring, in either residential or commercial premises
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An aptitude for practical skills
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Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Carpet floor preparer, Timber floor preparers, Floor finisher and coverer, Concrete floor preparer, Licensed installer, Supervisor in the construction and Shop fitting/commercial fit out industries
Licensing
A white card (or general construction induction card) is required for workers who want to carry out construction work in NSW. This is specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (ASCC 2007). Visit the SafeWork website for more information on applying for your white card.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study 0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Flooring Technology does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study 1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
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.
Units Units taught in this course
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.
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.
Establish and maintain a safe flooring technology work environment MSFFL3053
Assess flooring installation sites MSFFL3054
Receive and prepare flooring materials MSFFL2030
Make measurements and calculations MSFGN2001
TAFE NSW services Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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