Certificate III in Printing

Course Code ICP31220

Apprenticeship

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 4 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
  • Workplace
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing is perfect for printing apprentices specialising in flexographic printing. This nationally recognised course covers essential skills in label design, printing, and production using flexographic techniques. Gain hands on experience with state of the art printing technology and develop expertise in both practical and theoretical aspects of the printing trade. Start your journey in the printing industry and advance your career with this comprehensive training program.

Career Opportunities

  • Print Machinist
  • Printing Operator
  • Printing Supervisor
  • Screen Printer

Pathway to further studies

  • ICP40120 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts Management
  • ICP50120 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts Business Management

Studying the Certificate III in Printing at Holmesglen

You will be taught by highly qualified teachers with extensive industry experience. This program is predominantly delivered on site at the employer's workplace.<p>You will also benefit from flexible delivery methods, which include off-site workshops, site visits, training and assessment, determined by the needs of the employer and your abilities as an apprentice.<p>The course comprises 21 competencies which will build skills and knowledge to equip you with real-world applicable workplace skills to work effectively in a digital environment.<p>Working with the Adobe suite of programs, you will be taken through the fundamentals of typography, page-layout, imposition, image manipulation, pre-flighting and working with complex images, working with various file types for print and on-line display, managing colour through high-end RIPs and managing digital prints.<p>You will be trained on-campus to use high-quality digital cameras to capture images, to use spectrophotometers for colour measurements and calibration, using rendering intents, colour profiling and creating and outputting to hot folders on digital devices.<p>You will be required to use a combination of skills to produce final products for both print and digital platforms and on various media types.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 17 years of age.<p>As this is an apprenticeship, prior to enrolling or commencing training you will be required to have an Epsilon registration and signed contract with an employer, as well as a signed training plan with Holmesglen.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

The ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing with a specialisation in flexographic printing (flexo wide web) is conducted over three years within a four year apprenticeship contract period. <p>The program is structured over a total of 9 block training sessions on campus and 9 workplace visits over three years. <p><strong>Year One:</strong> Focuses on foundational core units, emphasising navigating safety requirements and communication within the industry. Hands-on activities introduce the practical aspects of machine operation and the printing setup process.<p><strong>Year Two: </strong>Builds on first-year knowledge with practical skills in setting up and operating flexographic printing machinery. Incorporates sustainability and efficiency principles within the dynamic printing industry.<p><strong>Year Three:</strong> Focuses on complex flexographic printing, developing specialised skills to handle intricate printing tasks and solve issues related to the printing process.
Unit code Unit name
ICPSUP2600 Maintain a safe work environment
ICPSUP2620 Communicate in the workplace
ICPSUP2160 Inspect quality against required standards in a production environment
BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ICPKNW3220 Develop and apply knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry
Unit code Unit name
ICPSUP2010 Prepare, load and unload reels and cores on and off machine
ICPSUP2820 Undertake basic machine maintenance
ICPSUP3230 Dispose of waste
ICPSUP2030 Prepare and maintain the work area
ICPPRN3130 Set up for basic flexographic printing
ICPPRN2140 Produce basic flexographic printed product
ICPPRN2110 Mount and proof flexographic plates for basic printing
ICPSUP2630 Perform basic industry calculations
ICPSUP2110 Prepare inks and additives
ICPSUP3570 Apply quick changeover procedures
ICPSUP2810 Use computer systems in the printing and graphic arts sectors
MSS402002 Sustain process improvements
MSS402080 Undertake root cause analysis
ICPPRN284 Use colour management systems
ICPPRN3140 Produce complex flexographic printed product
ICPPRN4130 Set up for complex flexographic printing

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Apprenticeship

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion you will receive the ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $5,463
Concession $1,093
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $35 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Pens Folders USB stick <br>$50

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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