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WALL & FLOOR TILING 
Courses in Wall & Floor Tiling in Australia (CRICOS-registered)

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By trade, the most acute labour shortages remain in bricklaying (-1.02) and ceramic tiling (-0.88), followed by roofing (-0.75), carpentry (-0.62) and plastering (-0.54).

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According to the Housing Industry Association (HIA), ceramic tiling ranks among the most severe trade shortages in Australia (with an availability index sitting around -0.88 to -0.96).

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Most Acute Shortages: Regional Western Australia, regional Queensland, Adelaide, and Perth face the tightest availability of tilers.

Source: hia.com.au - 03 March 2026

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WALL AND FLOOR TILING COURSES
CRICOS registered courses

Start Date
Several intakes throughout the year

Career Opportunities

  • Wall and Ceiling Liner

  • Drywall Installer

  • Plasterboard Fixer

  • Partition Installer

  • Ceiling Fixer

  • Renovation Specialist

Location
Study wall and floor tiling in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and Gold Coast

Course Duration

  • 1 year

  • or 2 years (if packaged with the Cert. IV or Diploma in Building & Construction)

Entry Requirement
Completion of the equivalent to Australian Year 10

Language Requirement
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
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Free English placement test available for applicants from assessment level 1 countries

COURSE OVERVIEW

Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling | Study Tiling in Australia (CRICOS REGISTERED Course)

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Master the skilled trade of wall and floor tiling in Australia. The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (CRICOS Course) provides comprehensive hands-on training for international students seeking a recognised qualification in residential and commercial construction.


 

Are Wall and Floor Tilers in demand in Australia?

Yes. Wall and floor tilers are currently listed on Australia’s National Skills Priority List and Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). High volumes of residential renovations, apartment developments, and infrastructure projects across major capital cities continue to drive strong nationwide demand for qualified tilers.


 

How do I become a Wall and Floor Tiler in Australia?

To become a trade-qualified Wall and Floor Tiler, Wall and Ceiling Liner or Drywall Installer in Australia:

  1. Complete a Vocational Qualification: Enrol in an accredited trade course such as the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling with an approved Registered Training Organisation (RTO) / VET college or TAFE institute.

  2. Obtain Your General Construction Induction Card (White Card)

  3. Gain Hands-On Site Experience: Accumulate practical workshop and real-world construction experience cutting, laying, and waterproofing tiles to Australian standards.

  4. Apply for Trade Recognition/Licensure: Depending on the Australian state or territory (e.g. NSW Fair Trading, QBCC in Queensland), apply for your trade licence or contractor registration upon graduation.

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How many years to study Wall and Floor Tiling as an international student in Australia?

The standard duration for the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling for international students on a Subclass 500 Student Visa is 52 weeks (1 year) of full-time study delivered via face-to-face classroom learning, practical workshop training, and site-simulated workplace assessments. Many international students package the Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling with the Certificate IV in Building and Construction, studying a one-year Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling followed by a one-year Certificate IV in Building and Construction. While completing the Certificate IV, they can already work as a qualified tiler.

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Course Breakdown & Qualification Pathways

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Trade qualifications in construction are structured to take students from foundational job-site skills through to technical specialisation and high-level construction management.

 

Tier 1: Entry-Level Trade Qualification​

  • Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (52 Weeks | CRICOS Course)

    • Core Focus: Fundamental trade techniques including surface preparation, levelling, handling tiling tools, applying waterproofing systems, and laying ceramic, glass, slate, marble, and terracotta tiles.

    • Practical & Placement Component: Integrated practical workshop training, simulated building sites, working at heights, restricted height scaffolding setup, and real-world project work across 20 structured units of competency (17 core + 3 electives).

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Advanced Technical Tier

  • Certificate IV in Building & Construction

    • Core Focus: Construction plan reading, codes and standards (NCC/BCA), trade contract administration, site safety management, and cost estimation for residential projects.

    • Practical Component: Applied project management scenarios, site supervisory simulations, and detailed building plan analysis.

Tier 3: Management & Leadership Tier

  • Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

    • Core Focus: Managing structural building projects, legal compliance, financial management, contractor oversight, and site project scheduling.

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Campus Locations Across Australia

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CRICOS-approved tiling and construction programs are delivered across Australia's primary education hubs:

  • Melbourne (Victoria): Train in Australia's booming residential development corridor with access to extensive commercial build sites.

  • Sydney (New South Wales): Study across Sydney serving a high-demand housing and renovation market.

  • Brisbane (Queensland): Capitalise on the massive infrastructure surge and booming construction boom leading up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, creating unprecedented long-term demand for skilled trade professionals.

  • Gold Coast (Queensland): Combine world-class vocational education with a premier coastal lifestyle, enjoying surfing in Surfers Paradise while training for the region's expanding construction markets.

  • Perth (Western Australia): Position yourself in Western Australia's economic powerhouse, where a thriving mining sector and associated regional expansion fuel high demand for industrial trade specialists.

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Study CRICOS Courses in Australia on a Student Visa

All listed courses are nationally recognised CRICOS courses in Australia, structured to meet student visa compliance rules.

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Standard Admission Requirements

  • Age: Minimum 18 years old.

  • Academic: Completion of Australian Year 10.

  • English Proficiency: Academic IELTS score of 6.0 overall (or equivalent PTE/TOEFL).

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Where can I study Wall and Floor Tiling courses in Australia?

If you are an international student researching where to study CRICOS-registered wall and floor tiling courses in Australia, contact Study in Australia Group for a free consultation.

As a leading education consultancy, our team provides free quotes from various Registered Training Organisations (RTOs), vocational colleges, and TAFEs, along with detailed course information, enrolment assistance, campus tours, and trial class bookings to help you choose the right study pathway.

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Are wall and floor tiling TAFE courses and private RTO courses equivalent?

Yes. Both CRICOS-registered wall and floor tiling TAFE courses and accredited RTO programs deliver nationally recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) awards accepted by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) for skills assessment.

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Can I work while studying a wall and floor tiling course on a student visa?

Yes. International students holding a valid Student Visa (Subclass 500) can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term time, and unlimited hours during official scheduled course breaks.

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👉GET STARTED WITH STUDY IN AUSTRALIA GROUP

As an education agency, Study in Australia Group and our trusted partners assist you in choosing the right trade school and course(s), arranging trial classes, campus tours, comprehensive visa support, and guiding you through every step of the enrolment process.

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Complete our short CONTACT US form and we will send you detailed information on your course and college options, tuition fees, payment plans, timetables and explain which documents you require for your enrolment. We will organise a face to face consultation, online meeting or phone call to go through your questions. If eligible we will organise a free English placement test for you, so you don't have to sit the IELTS test. Study in Australia Group will guide you through the whole application process and help you with your student visa application.

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