CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Install, maintain and repair flashings, metal roof and wall claddings and rainwater products across residential, industrial and commercial buildings.
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About this qualification
This qualification reflects the role of a person installing, maintaining and repairing flashings, metal roof and wall claddings, and rainwater products such as gutters and downpipes, on residential, industrial and commercial buildings.
This qualification includes units of competency common to other qualifications in the plumbing industry as well as roof plumbing specialist units, and can provide a pathway to further learning and work in the plumbing industry.
The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment, and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.
This is a licenced occupation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may vary between states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Occupational titles may include
- Roof plumber
What makes this course different
Practical training
Workshop activities, simulated workplace tasks and industry-relevant projects covering roof sheeting and cladding, roof drainage, flashings and safe work practices.
Nationally recognised
Recognised across Australia, giving graduates employment opportunities in roof plumbing and the broader construction industry.
Industry-relevant skills
Reading plans, calculating quantities, cutting and joining sheet metal, installing roof sheeting and wall cladding, fabricating roof drainage systems and flashings, and collecting and storing roof water.
Strong focus on safety
Units covering WHS requirements, working safely on roofs and working at heights.
What you need to apply
Epicure Skills Training has the following entry requirements. You must:
- Be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of the course.
- Have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent, or successfully completed an AQF Certificate III qualification or above.
- Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
- Meet Australian student visa subclass 500 requirements.
- Complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment prior to commencing the course.
English language requirement
English language entry requirements apply. Contact our admissions team to confirm the current requirement for this qualification.
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for at least 5 years in an English-speaking country where the medium of instruction was English; or
- Completed at least a Certificate IV level course at an Australian RTO within the last 2 years.
- Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL may be accepted. Students must provide their results so Epicure Skills Training can confirm equivalence.
Construction induction requirement
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
How the course is built
Total units
Core units
Elective units
Packaging rules
- 23 units of competency: 20 core units and 3 elective units.
- 2 elective units must be chosen from the listed elective units.
- Up to 1 elective unit may be selected from any other group, or from any relevant nationally endorsed training package or accredited course.
Delivery and assessment
The class is delivered 15 hours face-to-face in a classroom and 5 hours in an online setting on a full-time basis. Students also have access to simulated work environments to enhance their learning experience.
- A variety of assessment methods are used, including projects, role-plays, presentations, reports, portfolios, case studies and short answer responses, all designed to simulate a professional workplace environment.
- Tasks are structured to replicate real-world work activities and must be completed within industry-standard timeframes set by assessors.
- Evaluation is based on criteria reflecting industry expectations for quality and compliance with relevant safety standards.
- Students engage with authentic workplace documentation, collaborate in teams, and manage competing priorities through effective planning and organisation.
- Standard workplace tools such as computers and industry software are used, while practical constraints like time and budget are taken into account.
Units of competency (23)
| Unit code | Unit title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2008* | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | — |
| CPCCCM2012* | Work safely at heights | — |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres | — |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | — |
| CPCPCM2040* | Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials | — |
| CPCPCM2041 | Work effectively in the plumbing services sector | — |
| CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements | — |
| CPCPCM2047* | Carry out levelling | — |
| CPCPCM2048* | Cut and join sheet metal | — |
| CPCPCM2055* | Work safely on roofs | — |
| CPCPCM3021* | Flash penetrations through roofs and walls | — |
| CPCPCM3024* | Prepare simple drawings | — |
| CPCPRF2022* | Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding | — |
| CPCPRF2023* | Collect and store roof water | — |
| CPCPRF3022* | Fabricate and install roof drainage systems | — |
| CPCPRF3023* | Fabricate and install external flashings | — |
| CPCPRF3024* | Install roof components | — |
| CPCPRF3025* | Install roof coverings to curved roof structures | — |
| CPCPRF3026* | Install roof sheets, wall cladding and complex flashings | — |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | — |
| CPCCST2005* | Carry out load slinging of off-site materials | — |
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | — |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | — |
Where this qualification can take you
- Roof Plumber
Further study pathways
This qualification can provide a pathway to further learning and work in the plumbing industry.
Studying this course on a student visa
This qualification is registered on CRICOS under course code 120831G, delivered by Epicure Skills Training, CRICOS Provider Code 04142J. That registration is what allows the course to be studied on a Student Visa (Subclass 500).
Visa and conditions
Requirements for the Subclass 500 visa and the conditions you maintain while studying.
Overseas Student Health Cover
OSHC is mandatory for the full duration of your stay in Australia.
Questions about CPC32620
52 weeks, delivered blended.
Classroom delivery takes place at Level 1, 175 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000. Practical training for this qualification takes place at Unit 3/21 Marigold Street, Revesby NSW 2212.
Tuition fees for this qualification are not published on this site. Contact admissions@epicure.edu.au for current fees and payment terms.
Intake dates are confirmed by our admissions team at the time of application. Contact us to confirm the next available intake for CPC32620.
Yes. Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning applications are assessed under the Course Credit and RPL Policy. Forms are available on the Downloads page.
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