Your pathway to a trade licence could be quicker than you think!

Have you got all the skills, knowledge and experience of a Waterproofer?

The Master Builders CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing RPL program can help you on your pathway to a Waterproofing licence. To find out about the trade licence process in NSW, please visit Fair Trading NSW.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process by which you can achieve a nationally recognised qualification, without the need to attend classes. You are assessed by providing us with evidence of the knowledge, skills and experience you already have. Our industry expert assessors review your submission and provide feedback if we require more information or clarification.

With RPL you can complete the CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing within 6 months.

 

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PROGRAM FEES

Are you eligible for fee-free training?

The NSW Government and Master Builders are committed to supporting the economic recovery of NSW from the COVID-19 Pandemic. For more information please scroll down to SKILLING FOR RECOVERY.

Fees for this program are as follows:

NSW Government Smart and Skilled Subsidy Indicative Pricing

If you do not hold a previous qualification

from $1,480

If you do hold a previous qualification

from $1,770

Indicative Pricing without NSW Government Subsidy

Master Builders Member Rate

$2,200

Non-Member Rate

$2,400

Note: On enrolment, you will be invoiced for $1,500.00. This consists of a $1,000.00 non-refundable administration fee.

Student fees will increase if you are assessed as 'not yet competent’ by Recognition of Prior Learning in any unit/s of competency and are required to undertake classroom or distance-based training and assessment. Fees may increase on a pro-rata basis per unit of competency to a maximum of $3,580.

Price

$1,500.00 Members $1,500.00 Non Members

Location

My Office or Worksite
5 Burbank Place
Norwest
NSW 2153

Date

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Participant Handbook v5.5_22.pdf732.19 KBCourse Brochure CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing (RPL) 1.0.pdf1.12 MB

WHAT IS RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process by which you can achieve a nationally recognised qualification, without the need to attend classes. Simply follow our RPL kit and provide video and photographic evidence of the knowledge, skills and experience you have. Plus, our industry expert assessors review your submission and provide feedback if we require more information or clarification.

HOW DOES THIS PROGRAM BENEFIT MY CAREER?

Expand your employment and business opportunities and be on the pathway to a waterproofing licence. The CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing RPL program is designed to enable you to formally recognise your skills in Waterproofing work.

Before making any training decisions we recommend you find out everything you need to know about becoming a licenced Waterproofer from Fair Trading NSW.

Once the RPL program is successfully completed you will earn a nationally recognised qualification CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing.

Career benefits:

  • Advance your employment opportunities and gain more work
  • Start your own waterproofing business
  • Build your own clientele network
  • Be on the pathway to a waterproofing licence

IS THIS RPL PROGRAM FOR ME?

To enrol into this course you must have the following entry requirements:                                                                                                                

  • Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience in Waterproofing, within the last 10 years
  • Valid White Card (general construction induction card)
  • Currently working on-site in Waterproofing
  • Provide details of 2 qualified/licensed referees in Waterproofing to confirm your work history/experience who have worked with you for 12 months or more 
  • Answer at least 80% of the technical industry questions correctly during your application process 
  • Apply for your USI prior to application

HOW LONG IS THIS PROGRAM?

This program must be completed within 6 months.

To achieve this, the knowledge based assessment is required to be completed and submitted within 2 months and all evidence is to be submitted within 5 months.

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE MASTER BUILDERS?

Take your place in one of Australia’s largest industries, study with the Master Builders. Backed by the original Building and Construction Association, why would you choose anyone else for your qualification pathway to a trade licence? Within our building community, you will be supported by our industry expert educators and our customer service team throughout your learning journey.

WHAT WILL I BE ASSESSED ON?

Here is a list of the full units of competency in this course:

CODE 

UNITS OF COMPETENCY 

Participants must undertake the following mandatory core and elective units: 

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

CPCCWP2001

Handle waterproofing materials 

CPCCWP2002 

Use waterproofing materials 

CPCCWP2004 

Prepare surfaces for waterproofing application 

CPCCWP3001 

Apply waterproofing process to below-ground level wet area

CPCCWP3002 

Apply waterproofing process to internal wet areas

CPCCWP3003 

Apply waterproofing process to above-ground external wet areas

CPCCWP3004 

Apply waterproofing remedial processes 

CPCCWP3005 

Assess construction waterproofing process 

 

Participants are also required to undertake the following five (5) elective units: 

CPCCCM2009 

Carry out basic demolition 

CPCCCA3012 

Frame and fit wet area fixtures 

CPCCPB3004 

Fix wet area sheets

CPCCSH2003 

Apply and install sealant and sealant devices

CPCCWHS3001 

Indentify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

What types of evidence do I need to provide?

Examples of the types of evidence that you will need to gather will depend on the qualification you are completing, however, examples could include:

  • Video footage of your performing tasks on site
  • Time-lapse photos of you performing tasks on site
  • Certificates you have already gained 
  • Project management documentation

 

IS THERE A FEES PAYMENT PLAN?

Fees are invoiced under the following payment structure: 

Invoice Stage

Amount

Invoice Issued

Enrolment

Up to $1,500 (this includes a $1,000.00 non-refundable administration fee)

On enrolment

Commencement

Remaining value if applicable (not exceeding total course value)

4 weeks after enrolment

You will not be permitted to move from one assessment stage to the next until the accompanying fees are paid in full. All participant fees are GST exempt. 
Visit www.smartandskilled.nsw.gov.au to learn more about the Smart and Skilled program. 

According to the Standards for RTOs 2015, at no stage will Master Builders charge more than $1,500.00 in advance of services being provided.

 

SMART AND SKILLED

The Smart and Skilled program provides subsidies from the NSW Government to support your training. Master Builders has a contract with the NSW Government (Department of Education) to offer subsidised training and assessment programs under the government's Smart and Skilled program.
Eligibility and course availability criteria apply. To find out if you are eligible visit the Smart and Skilled NSW website. The Master Builders customer service team will also assist you with your enquiries.

SKILLING FOR RECOVERY

Are you eligible for fee-free training?

The NSW Government and Master Builders are committed to supporting the economic recovery of NSW from the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Under the Skilling for Recovery program, Training Services NSW is providing fee-free* training places with Master Builders if you meet ONE of the following criteria:

  • aged 16 to 24 years old OR
  • A NSW Veteran or their recognised partner or spouse OR
  • Unemployed OR
  • At risk of unemployment OR
  • Employed and don't hold a Certificate III or above qualification


Plus you must also meet all of the following Smart and Skilled criteria:

  • live or work in NSW
  • be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or a humanitarian visa holder
  • have left school

*Training under JobTrainer is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth goverments. Subject to Smart and Skilled, and Skilling for Recovery eligibility criteria. Limited places are available.